Paul Ellis Dubai UAE & York UK | Bahrain | Middle East | Africa
Paul Ellis: Real Estate Developer | Strategic Advisor | Emerging Market Specialist
Paul Ellis is a seasoned real estate developer and advisor with nearly 20 years of experience across York, Manchester, London (UK), Dubai (UAE), Bahrain, Middle East and Africa.
Now active between London and the Gulf, he leads development ventures and advisory roles focused on scalable, high-value strategies in emerging and transitional markets.
Global Vision. Local Impact. Real Estate Reimagined by Paul Ellis.
Who Is Paul Ellis Dubai UAE, York UK, Barhain, Middle East?
Paul Ellis is a renowned real estate developer and strategic advisor with major projects across York UK, Dubai UAE, Bahrain, The Middle East and Africa. With nearly two decades of experience, he specializes in large-scale urban regeneration, sustainable development, and private capital strategy—delivering high-impact, future-focused projects that bridge history, innovation, and long-term economic value.
- Delivered 500+ homes, hotels, retail, and logistics assets
- Led landmark projects like Malmaison York and Room2 Net Zero Tower
- Advisor to family offices and investors across UK, Dubai UAE, and Bahrain
- Specialist in urban regeneration, joint ventures, and emerging market strategy
Yorkshire plans to open a luxury hotel for dogs
North Star secures £74m Silbury Loan for York Residential development
Former Aviva building in York is transformed into a 150-bed boutique hotel for Malmaison with sky bar
Supercity signs York aparthotel
Paul Ellis Dubai UAE – Active & Completed Projects
Paul Ellis Dubai UAE – Multi-Shed Industrial Hub – Delivered & Scaling
Successfully delivered a portfolio of high-spec industrial units, fully leased to established regional operators on long-term contracts. Phase two is already in motion, with new-build expansions pre-let and under construction — maximizing site efficiency and long-term value.
- Upside: Institutional exit underway, targeting 8–9% yield
- Structure: Sale & leaseback and forward commitment model
Paul Ellis Dubai UAE – Strategic Industrial Acquisition & Exit Play
Orchestrated the off-market acquisition of prime industrial assets — both operational and under development — with a forward sale strategy to institutional buyers.
This hybrid approach combines short-term income with high-exit visibility, unlocking strong returns from day one.
Paul Ellis Dubai UAE – Branded Residential Tower – In Development
In early-stage discussions for a branded residential skyscraper in collaboration with a globally recognized lifestyle brand.
This concept fuses luxury amenities with curated living, targeting high-net-worth off-plan buyers seeking prestige, location, and experience in one.
Paul Ellis York, UK Projects
Malmaison Hotel, York
Paul Ellis’s transformative vision in York is exemplified by the redevelopment of the former 1960s Aviva office building into a 150-room boutique hotel. This standout project highlights Paul Ellis York leadership in adaptive reuse, blending heritage architecture with modern hospitality in partnership with DLG Architects and Dexter Moren Associates.
- Redeveloped 1960s brutalist Aviva office into a 150-room boutique hotel.
- Architecture by DLG Architects; interiors by Dexter Moren Associates.
- Featured rooftop Sora Sky Bar, Chez Mal Brasserie, spa, and gym.
- Created 120 jobs; finalist in AJ Retrofit Awards.
Roman Quarter, York
The Roman Quarter development is one of the most ambitious city-centre projects under Paul Ellis’s leadership in York. Approved in 2022 after a revised submission, the scheme includes 153 apartments, an 88-room hotel, office space, and a world-first underground Roman museum—Eboracum—developed in partnership with the York Archaeological Trust to deliver lasting cultural and economic value to the city.
- Approved in 2022 after revised submission.
- 153 apartments, 88-room hotel, offices, and underground Roman museum (Eboracum).
- Long-term cultural and economic vision in partnership with York Archaeological Trust.
Room2 York, UK
Set within York’s historic city walls, Room2 York is a 116-room “hometel” designed to meet net zero carbon standards. Backed by a £30M investment from the Lamington Group and designed by Vincent & Partners, the project combines sustainable innovation with locally inspired design and modern guest amenities.
- 116-room net zero “hometel” with amenities and rooftop solar.
- Investment: £30M (Lamington Group); designed by Vincent & Partners.
Gas Works, York UK
One of York’s largest regeneration schemes, this 9-acre brownfield site in Heworth Green was transformed into a community of over 600 high-spec apartments. Delivered in partnership with Moda Living and backed by £74M in funding, the project includes extensive green space, a gym, co-working areas, and more than 100 new trees.
- 9-acre regeneration in Heworth Green; 600+ high-spec apartments.
- £74M funding; joint venture with Moda Living.
- Features gym, gardens, workspace, 100+ new trees.
Paul Ellis Manchester, UK Projects
Room2 Net Zero Tower, Manchester
This landmark 34-storey development will be the UK’s first carbon net zero hotel tower. A joint venture with Lamington Group, the project features 251 rooms, a rooftop bar, a sustainability museum, and the conversion of a Grade II listed building. Planning approved; opening set for Q1 2027.
- UK’s first carbon net zero hotel tower (34-storey).
- JV with Lamington Group; 251 rooms, rooftop bar, museum, Grade II building conversion.
- Planning approved; opening Q1 2027.
From York to Dubai to Bahrain: Paul Ellis Leads Bold Real Estate Visions Across Continents
With landmark developments in historic cities and emerging markets alike, Paul Ellis is redefining modern real estate. From transforming brutalist architecture into luxury hotels in Paul Ellis York UK to pioneering sustainable, large-scale projects in Paul Ellis Dubai UAE, his work bridges heritage and innovation. In Paul Ellis Bahrain, he continues to advise on high-impact, capital-efficient developments that shape tomorrow’s skylines.
Whether leading multi-phase urban regeneration or advising on strategic acquisitions, Paul brings nearly two decades of experience across the UK, Europe, and the Gulf region.