What happened?
Wynn Resorts has officially confirmed that Wynn Al Marjan Island will open in September 2027, providing the clearest launch timeline yet for the UAE’s first integrated gaming resort.
Who is affected?
Tourists, hospitality professionals, investors, Ras Al Khaimah businesses and UAE residents can expect new tourism, employment and entertainment opportunities.
Why does it matter?
The project marks a major milestone for the UAE’s tourism sector and represents one of the country’s biggest hospitality investments, introducing regulated commercial gaming under the UAE’s new regulatory framework.
The Wynn Al Marjan Island opening has officially been confirmed for September 2027, making it the clearest launch date yet for the UAE’s first integrated gaming resort. Wynn Resorts announced the update while reporting its second-quarter 2026 financial results, revealing that construction remains on schedule and the company has now invested more than US$1 billion into the landmark project. Located on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, the development is expected to become one of the UAE’s largest luxury tourism destinations and a major addition to the country’s hospitality industry.
When will Wynn Al Marjan Island open?
After months of speculation, Wynn Resorts has confirmed that guests will be welcomed from September 2027.
The announcement came alongside the company’s latest earnings report, where Chief Executive Officer Craig Billings said construction is progressing rapidly and described the project as one of the most exciting integrated resorts developed in more than a decade.
The confirmed timeline replaces earlier guidance that suggested the resort could open in early 2027, making September 2027 the latest official target.
Wynn Resorts also confirmed it contributed US$48.1 million during the second quarter of 2026 to the project’s joint venture. That brings the company’s total investment to US$1.06 billion, reflecting its 40% ownership in the development alongside Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding.
What will the UAE’s first integrated gaming resort include?
Once complete, Wynn Al Marjan Island will combine luxury accommodation, entertainment, dining and regulated gaming in a single waterfront destination.
According to the latest official project updates, visitors can expect:
- Around 1,530 luxury rooms, suites and residences
- 22 restaurants, lounges and bars
- 12 swimming pools
- A 900-seat theatre
- A 145,000-square-foot meetings and events centre
- Luxury spa and wellness facilities
- Beach club
- Superyacht marina
- Luxury retail promenade
- 420 metres of private white-sand beach
The project has also become the first development to receive a Commercial Gaming Facility Operator licence from the UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), allowing it to offer regulated gaming under the country’s new commercial gaming framework.
The resort will also become Wynn Resorts’ first beachfront property anywhere in the world, making it a significant milestone for the global hospitality company.
Construction enters its final phase
Construction has accelerated over the past two years, with several major milestones already completed.
The resort tower has reached its full height, while exterior façade installation, interior fit-outs and mechanical systems continue across the site.
Supporting infrastructure is also moving ahead. One of the key projects is the 548-metre Wynn Bridge, which will improve access by linking the resort to the E311 and E611 highways.
Meanwhile, Wynn is also developing Oasis, a dedicated employee community designed to accommodate more than 7,000 team members. The village is expected to be ready before the resort opens, supporting recruitment, staff training and day-to-day operations.
Recruitment is already expected to become a major focus over the coming months, particularly across food and beverage operations, where more than 3,500 jobs are anticipated across the resort’s restaurants and hospitality venues.
Why is Wynn Al Marjan Island important for Ras Al Khaimah?
The resort represents one of the biggest tourism investments ever made in Ras Al Khaimah.
For the emirate, the project is expected to strengthen its position as a premium leisure destination alongside its growing portfolio of luxury hotels, beaches and adventure tourism experiences.
The development is also expected to generate significant economic benefits by attracting international visitors, encouraging longer stays and creating thousands of employment opportunities across hospitality, retail, entertainment and supporting industries.
Beyond tourism, the project reflects the UAE’s broader strategy of diversifying its economy through high-value hospitality, investment and entertainment projects while maintaining a regulated approach to commercial gaming.
What happens before the 2027 opening?
Although the opening date has now been confirmed, work continues across multiple areas before guests arrive.
Construction teams will complete interiors, landscaping, public spaces and operational testing over the coming year. Recruitment will also increase as departments prepare to train thousands of employees ahead of launch.
Industry observers are also watching the wider Al Marjan Island masterplan, with additional luxury developments expected to complement Wynn’s arrival and further boost Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism sector in the coming years.
Why It Matters
The confirmed opening date provides greater certainty for the UAE’s tourism and hospitality sectors.
Why UAE residents should care:
- The project is expected to create thousands of new hospitality and tourism jobs.
- Ras Al Khaimah will gain another world-class attraction for residents and visitors.
- The development supports the UAE’s long-term tourism growth strategy.
- Businesses across hospitality, retail and events are likely to benefit from increased visitor numbers.
As construction moves into its final stages, attention will now turn to recruitment, operational readiness and the countdown to the resort’s September 2027 debut.
FAQs
When will Wynn Al Marjan Island open?
Wynn Resorts has officially confirmed that the resort will open in September 2027.
Where is Wynn Al Marjan Island located?
The resort is being built on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
Will the resort include a casino?
Yes. The development has received the UAE’s first Commercial Gaming Facility Operator licence from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, allowing regulated gaming.
Who is developing the project?
The resort is being developed by Wynn Resorts, Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding.
How much is the project worth?
The integrated resort is valued at approximately US$5.1 billion (AED18.7 billion).
With a September 2027 opening now officially confirmed, Wynn Al Marjan Island has entered the final stretch of construction. The landmark development is expected to transform Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism landscape while introducing the UAE’s first regulated integrated gaming resort. As work continues over the next year, the project remains one of the country’s most closely watched hospitality developments.
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