First Group to operate Radisson Red hotel in Ras Al Khaimah

Dubai-headquartered First Group Hospitality has signed an agreement to operate Radisson Red Ras Al Khaimah, further expanding its management portfolio following several deals announced at the recent Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World in Dubai.

 

Developed in collaboration with BB Holding, the lifestyle property is set to open in 2027 on Al Marjan Island, one of Ras Al Khaimah’s landmark developments and home to world-class resorts and the upcoming Wynn casino and resort. 

 

The 281-key Radisson Red will feature four F&B venues, a swimming pool, gym, spa, MICE facilities and a private beach.

 

Targeting Millennial and Gen Z travellers, the hotel is designed to deliver a bold and contemporary experience that reflects the Radisson Red brand’s energetic flair. 

 

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The opening will mark the second Radisson Red hotel in the UAE and the fourth in the Middle East, joining existing properties in Dubai, Riyadh and Amman. 

 

Radisson’s regional expansion continues apace with 2,000 keys signed across the Middle East in 2025, its strongest year of growth since 2020.

 

The signing adds to The First Group’s growing list of partnerships, including its recent collaboration with Marriott International to rebrand three Dubai properties under the Tribute Portfolio and Autograph Collection brands.

 

Commenting on the wave of activity, Rob Burns, CEO of The First Group, said the new agreements highlight the group’s ability “to operate across a wide spectrum of properties, from midscale to luxury, and from city hotels to beach resorts". 

 

The First Group Hospitality portfolio also includes the recently signed Holiday Inn Dubai Village Circle, building on its collaboration with IHG that extends to Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection, which will be the world’s tallest hotel when it opens on 15 November. 

 

For more information, visit tfghospitality.com