Dubai has been home to multiple venues that offer food, beverages and entertainment. But in recent times, most of these venues are moving towards renovations or closing down, bidding a final goodbye. Well, a 4-star hotel in Dubai has also now closed its doors. Whether it’s permanent or temporary we are yet to reach a conclusion. For now, all we can say is Bye, Byblos!
Byblos, A 4-Star Hotel In Barsha Heights Has Closed Its Doors
Since its establishment in 2009, Byblos has been a focal point for the Barsha Heights (formerly TECOM) nightlife scene. Its most well-known location, Crown & Lion, offered many residents of the neighbourhood a British-style local life.
Since July 10th, the Byblos Hotel and the array of bars and eateries housed inside have been off-limits to the general public. And the gates for the pubs have also been compelled to shut down. Their social media accounts have been inactive for a long span. But the Crown & Lion pub, on the other hand, took to their Instagram to inform us of their return. We don’t know if the pub will return to the same address or move on to a new one.
Obviously, Marina Byblos, a venerable centre of Dubai’s leisure, and Byblos Hotel were sibling properties. Uncertainty persists on whether Byblos is permanently shuttered, undergoing a rebrand, or being acquired. We are yet to hear more about it. So let’s wait till we get any news through their official statement on social media or website.
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The shutdown also affects the popular after-hours Chameleon Club, the Italian restaurant Al Dente, the Murjan Restaurant & Café, and Kung Dubai.
Crown & Lion has operated in Dubai for over ten years and has a huge fan following. Hence the brand has asked the fans to stay tuned as they mention it’s a beginning of a new era for the restaurant.
So what are your thoughts on this? Will Byblos make a stronger comeback or has it closed for good? Let’s wait for some more updates from the hospitality group.
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/ Byblos Hospitality