Hilton Hotels & Resorts is set to take off at Dubai World Central with the opening of an upscale 535-guestroom property. Slated to open in early 2019, the hotel will be located in the heart of DWC on Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport, expected to develop its position to become a leading global hub for aviation in the Middle East.

“With Hilton Worldwide’s multi-brand vision for Dubai and a 50-year legacy of outstanding hospitality in the region we are delighted to be once again at the forefront of the industry, with the addition of our flagship Hilton brand in DWC,” said Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Middle East and Africa, Hilton Worldwide. “Across the Middle East and Africa, Hilton Worldwide expects to open an average of one hotel per month over the course of the next few years and plans to more than double our portfolio here in Dubai.”

In addition to offering guests close proximity to the main passenger entrance, Hilton Dubai World Central will also be located close to the venue of Dubai Expo 2020, a focal point for Dubai’s tourism objective of reaching 20 million visitors per year.

The upscale hotel will feature seven floors, offering a village of food and beverage options; leisure facilities including a spa and wellness center, a fitness center and two swimming pools; and expansive meeting and event space, including a large multifunctional ballroom, eight meeting rooms and six boardrooms.