Name: Philippe Zuber
Title: Chief Operating Officer
Company, city: Emaar Hospitality Group, Dubai
Number of employees: 4,200
Recent projects: Vida Downtown Dubai, The Address The BLVD Downtown Dubai, The Address Emaar Square in İstanbul
First job: Corporate trainee
Little-known fact about you: I am a passionate hotelier who believes in innovation, consistency and timeless design.
Your Business
Essential business philosophy: Simplicity is the ultimate challenge.
Best way to keep a competitive edge: Curiosity and humility.
Yardstick of success: Overcome obstacles, push your own limits and keep progressing.
Philippe Zuber as a Traveler
What is the most important item you take when traveling? A silk scarf.
How do you spend your time on board? I watch movies.
What is your favorite restaurant in the world? Maison Troisgros in Roanne, France.
What is your favorite destination in the world? India, plus Courchevel in the French Alps for winter and Seoul for urban energy.
About Emaar Hospitality Group
Tell us about the evolution of The Address Hotels + Resorts brand. Launched five years ago, The Address Hotels + Resorts is Emaar Hospitality Group’s flagship five-star brand, created to energize Dubai’s hospitality scene by balancing business and leisure needs. The brand began with The Address Downtown Dubai as its flagship property and has grown into a sought-after name in luxury hospitality. Today the portfolio includes award-winning dining and leisure outlets, strong meetings and events facilities, and a strategic focus on properties located within or adjacent to major shopping and retail destinations—giving guests practical and memorable benefits during their stays.
What’s in store for the future? Where can our readers expect to see new hotels? Marking its fifth anniversary, The Address Hotels + Resorts has expanded to 10 properties, including recently launched hotels and serviced apartments in Downtown Dubai. Alongside five established Dubai hotels, the brand will extend its presence within Emaar’s Downtown developments with The Address The BLVD, The Address Residence Fountain Views and The Address Residence Sky Views. International growth includes projects such as The Address Masai Mara in Kenya, The Address Marassi Golf Resort & Spa in Egypt and The Address Residence Emaar Square in İstanbul. Going forward, the group will concentrate on emerging and key feeder markets while continuously evaluating opportunities in other regions to strengthen its regional and global footprint.