A long hotel stay can end with the same packing decision as a house move. The books have been read, the children have outgrown a few clothes and there is little reason to carry everything to the next address. At three Rotana properties in Al Jaddaf, guests can leave those items at a dedicated collection point for Malabes, a donation programme run by Beit Al Khair Society.
The hotels call the collection point a Blessing Box. Guests can contribute previously used clothes, toys and books. Household items are also accepted, but the hotels specify that these should be new and unused. The distinction is worth knowing before packing a donation bag.
In October, the hotel group reported handing over 476 kilograms of donations across the three properties. Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel accounted for 290 kilograms, Park Apartments Edge by Rotana for 150 and Arabian Park Edge by Rotana for 36. The figure measures the weight collected. The hotels did not give a breakdown by item or say how many households received them.
For Dubai residents clearing a wardrobe at home, there is a simpler route than making a trip to a hotel. Beit Al Khair lets donors arrange a free clothing pickup through the Malabes app or by calling 800 1991. The service also lists donation boxes as an option. Find the home collection details at Malabes.
Donation boxes at Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel. Image courtesy of Al Jaddaf Rotana Complex.
