Cheval Blanc Announces Exclusive Private Island Maison in Dubai – Opening 2029

Cheval Blanc, the ultra-luxury hospitality brand under LVMH, has revealed plans to open its first Middle Eastern maison in Dubai, in collaboration with Shamal Holding, a leading Dubai-based investment firm. Set to welcome guests in 2029, this highly anticipated project will be located on a private island surrounded by the Arabian Gulf, offering an extraordinary blend of privacy, sophistication, and emotional luxury.

A New Benchmark in Ultra-Luxury Hospitality

This upcoming island retreat will mark a new chapter in Dubai’s luxury landscape. Designed in line with Cheval Blanc’s philosophy of contemporary timelessness, the property will feature:

• 30 elegant suites
• 40 private pool villas
• A limited number of branded beachfront residences available for purchase

These residences will provide homeowners full access to the maison’s world-class hospitality services while maintaining the seclusion and serenity of a personal sanctuary.

Architecture Rooted in Nature

Carefully placed within a preserved coastal ecosystem, the development is designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings. The architectural language of the maison will reflect quiet sophistication, focusing on light, spatial flow, and understated beauty—signature characteristics of the Cheval Blanc design ethos.

Curated Experiences Inspired by “Art de Recevoir”

Cheval Blanc is renowned for delivering experiences that go beyond luxury, rooted in its “art de recevoir” — the art of welcoming. Guests can expect:

• Personalised wellness rituals
• Elevated dining journeys
• Tailored lifestyle experiences curated to inspire tranquility, connection, and lasting memories

This project is a strategic part of Cheval Blanc’s selective international expansion, creating only a few, highly exclusive maisons across the globe to meet the desires of the world’s most discerning travelers.

A Shared Vision for Excellence

For Shamal Holding, this collaboration highlights their ongoing mission to introduce exceptional firsts to the region and aligns perfectly with Dubai’s 2030 vision for developing world-class experiences and iconic destinations.

Project Overview