The new 1,608-bedroom JW Marriott Marquis Dubai will become one of the world's tallest hotels at a height of 355m (1,164ft) when it opens this year in the United Arab Emirates.

Due to launch during the fourth quarter, the new property is just 26m (85ft) shorter when compared with the Empire State Building in New York, US, and will open in two phases.

Facilities will include the 1,500sq m (16,146sq ft) Saray Spa, which has been inspired by the caravanserai silk route and will offer treatments aimed at mind and body renewal.

The spa will incorporate separate relaxation areas for men and women; a yoga room and an aerobic studio; a VIP treatment rooms; and 10 further treatment rooms.

A ladies and gents hairdressers and Turkish Hammam steam baths will also form part of the Saray Spa, which will be among the facilities to open in the first phase at the hotel.

A pool deck will occupy the seventh floor of the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai and comprise a 32m swimming pool, while facilities also include nine restaurants and five lounges.

Among the restaurants and lounges will be The Vault lounge on the 71st and 72nd floors; an unnamed late-night music venue; Prime 68 boutique steakhouse; and an Arabic eatery.

General manager Rupprecht Queitsch said: "The potential to cater for the growing needs of the global business community is huge and we believe the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai is uniquely placed in that regard.

"We truly believe this iconic new property will set a new standard in business hotels, not just in the region but globally."

Details: www.marriott.co.uk