rty has exceeded all expectations with occupancy in the 80s for the first five months of operation.

One&Only The Palm has been hailed as an immediate success and its sister property One&Only Royal Mirage is also bouncing back with occupancy up 8% year on year, continuously in the high 80s and 90s.

And rates are also up, by 7% - above expectations according to group managing director Olivier P. Louis.

He added: “We are absolutely delighted with the way leisure business to Dubai has re-bounced and has now filtered towards the success of our latest property, One&Only The Palm.

“Our guests are embracing the property. The Palm Island location overlooking the skyline of New Dubai and the intricacy of its design are both strong draws.

“The low rise Moorish architecture reflects a true sense of place and is contrasted by chic and contemporary interiors. The atmosphere of refined elegance paired with the attention to detail and generous space is what sets this intimate resort apart and makes One&Only The Palm a true jewel within Dubai’s hotel landscape.”

One&Only The Palm has 90 keys and four beachfront villas.

The company invested in the Royal Mirage recently to refurbish rooms, introduce new suites and built The Jetty Lounge, a beachside bar and re