Kym Barter appointed Managing Director at Atlantis Dubai | News
Kym Barter, Managing Director, Atlantis Dubai. Image courtesy: Atlantis Dubai
Atlantis Dubai has promoted Kym Barter as general manager, putting him in charge of both flagship resorts, Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal, as well as the destination’s Aquaventure World water park.
In his expanded role, Barter will oversee the strategic direction and operational performance of Atlantis Dubai’s integrated resort portfolio, which includes two of Dubai’s most prominent luxury resorts and one of the region’s premier entertainment destinations.
Barter joined Atlantis Dubai in May 2021 to lead the resort’s extensive food and beverage operations, overseeing concept development, product strategy and execution across one of the region’s most diverse culinary portfolios.
In July 2023, he was promoted to general manager and senior vice president of Atlantis, The Palm, assuming responsibility for the resort’s operational and strategic performance. During his tenure, the property achieved record performance while gaining significant global recognition. Atlantis, the palm was mentioned Dubai’s leading resort 2025 And The World’s Leading Landmark Resort 2025 at the World Travel Awards, cementing its position as one of the world’s most iconic integrated resort destinations.
The resort also insured one Four stars at the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide Star Awardswhich has helped Atlantis Dubai achieve a record 31 stars across its hotels, restaurants and spas. The wider destination Atlantis Dubai was also recognized among the Top 10 integrated resorts worldwide in Forbes Travel Guide 2025 rankings.
Barter brings more than three decades of international luxury hospitality experience, having worked in North America, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. His career includes leadership positions at a range of premium hospitality brands, with a focus on operational excellence, culinary innovation and guest experience.
Located in the center of the crescent of Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, The Palm, opened in 2008 as the region’s first entertainment resort destination. The ocean-themed site covers 46 hectares and is home to Atlantis Aquaventure, one of the world’s largest water parks, with more than 100 slides and attractions powered by more than 23 million liters of water. The resort is also home to one of the largest open-air marine habitats in the world, with more than 65,000 sea creatures spread across lagoons and exhibits, including the Lost Chambers Aquarium.
The destination also features Dolphin Bay and Sea Lion Point, conservation and educational habitats designed to provide guests with marine mammal encounters. In addition to entertainment attractions, Atlantis, The Palm offers extensive shopping, meeting and conference facilities and has established itself as one of the region’s premier culinary destinations. The resort features dozens of restaurants, including Michelin-starred venues Hakkasan and Ossiano, in addition to celebrity chef concepts such as Nobu and Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar.
Atlantis The Royalthe latest addition to the portfolio, has quickly become one of Dubai’s most recognizable luxury landmarks. Designed by leading architects and designers, the resort features 760 rooms, suites and signature penthouses with views of the Dubai skyline and the Arabian Gulf, including a collection of properties with private infinity pools. The property also offers a range of dining options led by internationally renowned chefs, in addition to distinctive attractions such as elevated sky pools and large-scale entertainment facilities.
The resort has also earned a number of global accolades including The world’s leading iconic resort 2025as well as recognition for its luxurious accommodation and guest experience. The flagship penthouse was given a name The world’s leading luxury hotel penthouse 2025while the executive lounge secured both The world’s leading Executive Club Lounge 2025 And Leading Executive Club Lounge 2025 in the Middle East. The property’s premium accommodation has also been recognized United Arab Emirates’ Leading Hotel Suite 2025 And Dubai’s leading hotel suite 2025.
Barter’s promotion comes as Atlantis Dubai continues to expand its luxury hospitality offering while strengthening leadership in its integrated resort portfolio.
