An Art Lover’s Paradise At Wynn Al Marjan Island

Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimahm United Arab Emirates, is set to open in Spring 2027. It promises more than just luxury hospitality – it will unveil a museum-calibre art collection, bringing together masterpieces, iconic works, and newly commissioned pieces from regional and international artists. The collection will be displayed across public spaces, guest areas, and rooms, creating a unique Living Gallery experience that immerses visitors in one of the region’s most significant private art holdings.

Spanning Time And Style

The collection is breathtaking in scope, covering the prehistoric, ancient, Victorian, Old Master, natural-world, and Orientalist periods. Among the highlights, guests can expect to see a 66-million-year-old Triceratops skull, a specially commissioned Light Into Life sculpture by British artist Marc Quinn, and a 17th-century, 10-metre wool-and-silk tapestry with counterparts at the Louvre and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Wynn Al Marjan Island will also bring iconic pieces from its global properties to Ras Al Khaimah, including Jeff Koons’ 11-metre Tulips, previously displayed at Wynn Las Vegas, and a Jaume Plensa sculpture from the Secret Garden series. Complementing these are a rare set of 18th-century Buccleuch vases from Wynn Palace in Macao, alongside a Victorian cut-glass console and mirror from Wynn Las Vegas.

Redefining The Art Experience

Todd-Avery Lenahan, President and Chief Creative Officer of Wynn Design & Development, explains the resort’s philosophy: “Wynn Al Marjan Island’s approach to art goes far beyond acquisition. Beauty is a universal language, and by integrating art into the fabric of the resort, Wynn invites guests to discover these pieces in an informal yet meaningful way. Too often, art becomes forgettable when presented as formal or static. We take the opposite approach, designing moments that encourage engagement across every age and background.”

Revisiting The East-West Dialogue

A standout feature of the collection is Lenahan’s contemporary reinterpretation of the East-West dialogue that shaped 19th-century Orientalism. Rather than Western artists bringing Middle Eastern imagery back to Europe, the collection returns historically significant works to the region that inspired them. Highlights include Caravan in the Desert by Gustave Guillaumet and Rudolf Ernst’s Entering the Temple, works depicting Islamic culture across North Africa, Turkey, and Egypt.

Lenahan adds, “There is an extraordinary cultural legacy in this region. Its influence on the great Orientalist painters and explorers is profound. These works deserve to be contextualised with accuracy and respect; they are not decorations but the foundation of a living gallery. We built a resort around the art, not the other way around.”

Rooms Celebrating Contemporary Voices

Alongside historic works, Wynn Al Marjan Island showcases contemporary regional talent. In-room artworks by Algerian artist Faïza Maghni, inspired by Persian miniatures, bring a modern sensibility to guest suites. “Every artwork carries intention,” Lenahan notes. “Nothing is placed for decoration alone. A resort of this calibre is a home for both established masters and tomorrow’s names.”

An Immersive Journey

From arrival, the scale and emotion of the collection are felt. Statement pieces anchor each entrance, introducing guests to what Lenahan describes as “the first note in the song.” As visitors move through the resort, art unfolds in rhythm – alternating between grand gestures and intimate moments. Sculptures once displayed outdoors are brought inside, while delicate works are integrated into the landscape, inviting pause, reflection, and engagement.

World-Class Luxury And Amenities

Set across more than 60 hectares, Wynn Al Marjan Island will feature 1,217 resort rooms, 297 Enclave suites, two Royal Apartments, four Garden Townhomes, and ten Marina Estates. Guests will enjoy 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a beach club, and the region’s most opulent spa and beauty destination. A skylit shopping parterre will host some of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands.

The resort also includes Coral Court, a bespoke celebrations and events venue; The Showroom, a new theatre experience; 12 pools; a 420-metre white-sand beach; and a deep-water marina for superyachts. Construction is on schedule, with the iconic 300-metre spire set to top out in November 2025, ahead of the early Spring 2027 opening.

Visitor Information

Rising 305 metres above the sea, the 70-story Wynn Al Marjan Island hotel tower has been crafted by Wynn Design and Development’s award-winning team, combining elegance with breathtaking scale. Floor-to-ceiling windows maximise natural light in every room, suite, and villa, while airy, garden-like public spaces create a serene, immersive environment. Dining at Wynn Al Marjan Island is equally exceptional, with 24 restaurants, lounges, a beach club, and a nightclub. Guests can savour fine and casual cuisine in spaces designed by legendary chefs and designers, many set along terraces to highlight the glittering sea.

Set on a manmade archipelago featuring pristine white-sand beaches and sweeping waterfront views, Al Marjan Island is just 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport and 15 minutes from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.

For reservations or enquiries: Al Marjan Island, Jazeerat Al Marjan, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. Phone: +971 7 209 6699.

Website: https://wynnalmarjanisland.com.

FAQs

When will Wynn Al Marjan Island open?
The resort is scheduled to open in early Spring 2027.

How many rooms and suites does the resort offer?
Wynn Al Marjan Island features 1,217 resort rooms, 297 Enclave suites, two Royal Apartments, four Garden Townhomes, and ten Marina Estates.

What dining options are available?
Guests can choose from 24 restaurants and lounges, a beach club, and a nightclub, offering both fine and casual dining with interiors and menus by acclaimed chefs and designers.

What amenities does the resort provide?
The resort includes 12 pools, a 420-metre white-sand beach, a deep-water marina, a luxury spa and beauty destination, Coral Court for events, The Showroom theatre, and high-end shopping.