A unique destination with a rich culture, heritage, and a true spirit of hospitality, Saudi Arabia is revolutionizing the hospitality industry with exciting new hotel openings. These hotel projects seamlessly blend traditional and modern elements, setting new standards in luxury and innovation.
From the futuristic skyline of Riyadh to the serene coastlines of the Red Sea, these anticipated hotels are poised to enhance your Saudi Arabian adventure with unparalleled experiences and architectural marvels.
New projects, especially in the Red Sea and NEOM destinations, are redefining the concept of luxury resorts.
The Red Sea
The Red Sea is pioneering a groundbreaking luxury regenerative tourism destination along Saudi Arabia’s west coast. As one of the world’s last true hidden treasures, it boasts the fourth-largest barrier reef system and spans over 28,000 square kilometers. This remarkable area features an archipelago of more than 90 untouched islands, pristine beaches, dormant volcanoes, sweeping desert dunes, mountain canyons, and historical cultural sites.
The Red Sea already welcomed the first guests in 2023. By 2030 it will be home to 50 hotels, 8,000 rooms, up to 1,000 residential properties, and its international airport.
NEOM
The luxurious getaway Sindalah Island in the Red Sea will be the first section of NEOM, one of the world’s largest and most exciting projects, to be put into service in 2024.
Saudi Arabia, which opened its doors to tourism in 2019, is taking firm steps towards becoming the most dynamic and fastest-growing tourism destination in the world, thanks to its tourism diversity spanning twelve months of the year.
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
Saudi Arabia, which has implemented many new investments within the scope of its “Vision 2030” strategies, has implemented an $800 billion investment plan for the tourism sector, and is using more than $500 billion of this figure solely for the development of new destinations.
Allocating $100 billion to the aviation sector, Saudi Arabia aims to more than double the number of connection points to 250 by 2030.
New Hotels in Saudi Arabia
A new hospitality property opens every week in Saudi Arabia, which currently has a room capacity of 430,000. With the hotels to be opened in the coming years, including the 25,000 rooms that will be put into service in 2024, more than 350,000 new rooms will be added to Saudi Arabia’s accommodation capacity.
Having exceeded its annual target of 100 million tourists, Saudi Arabia aims to attract more than 150 million visitors annually by 2030.
The St. Regis Red Sea Resort
Opening Date: January 2024
Located on Ummahat Island in the Al Wajh Lagoon, the resort is the first private island that opened in the Red Sea on the west coast of the country.
Accessible from the coast of Saudi Arabia by chartered boat or seaplane, the island holds a secluded position within the pioneering Red Sea project. This luxurious retreat features 90 overwater and beachfront villas, each with a spacious footprint and private pool, embodying timeless glamour. The resort offers a range of immersive experiences, including outdoor pools, a high-tech fitness center, The St. Regis Spa, and a Children’s Club. Guests can also indulge in exceptional fine dining, making it an unparalleled destination for relaxation and luxury.
Dar Tantora, AlUla
Opening Date: March 2024
Book on Dar Tantona | Booking
Dar Tantora is a luxury eco-friendly accommodation that opened in the historic AlUla Old City of The House Hotel.
A seamless blend of traditional and contemporary design, the hotel was designed to provide a unique and immersive experience, taking guests back to the 12th century while offering them the high comfort of modern hospitality.
The hotel has 30 guest rooms created by restoring historical adobe buildings using modern engineering techniques combined with traditional materials and techniques to create an authentic AlUla experience. The hotel also features a lobby lounge, coffee bar, pool, spa, and fitness facilities.
Beit Jokhdar, Beit Al Rayess ve Beit Kedwan, Al Balad, Jeddah
Opening Date: March 2024
Book on Al balad Hospitality
In March, Al balad Hospitality opened three new luxury boutique hotels in Jeddah’s Historic District known as Al-Balad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases the city’s rich history and cultural heritage.
Set in historic buildings, each hotel has been redesigned using local materials by a carefully selected team of historians, local artists, carpenters and architects.
All three hotels perfectly reflect their original designs, offering a luxurious, stylish and modern atmosphere. The centrepiece of each hotel is a shared restaurant serving authentic flavours. From the chocolate treats on airport transfers to the scent of incense in guest rooms, guests will feel right at home in these hotels, where everything is tailored to their individual needs.
Nujuma, A Ritz Carlton Reserve The Red Sea
Opening Date: May 2024
Book on Ritz Carlton | Booking
Surrounded by crystal-clear water and soft white sand, Nujuma welcomes its guests with the Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand, one of only 7 hotels worldwide and the first in the Middle East.
Designed to offer both elevated privacy and direct access to the outdoors, each of the 63 villas features panoramic windows, open living space, a sea-view pool and a telescope to discover Saudi Arabia’s enchanting star-filled sky.
Guests experience the ultimate in luxury and embark on an unforgettable journey with a variety of activities including a purifying spa, swimming pools, gourmet restaurants and a Conservation Area where they can learn about the natural environment. The hotel also features 18 Ritz-Carlton Reserve branded residences offering a unique living experience.
Jeddah EDITION
Opening Date: May 2024
Jeddan EDITION opened on the Jeddah coastline in May. Boasting stunning views of the Red Sea, the hotel features 63 luxurious rooms, including 11 suites.
The hotel also features a stylish lobby bar with a pool table and cigar lounge, created in collaboration with renowned Chef Cédric Vongerichten.
Guests can take in the breathtaking views of the Marina from the rooftop bar or enjoy the fitness centre, spa facilities and outdoor swimming pool with private cabanas.
Desert Rock Resort
Opening Date: 2024
Located in a hidden valley, among the mountains and part of Red Sea Global, Desert Rock Resort offers unparalleled luxury while allowing guests to connect with nature.
An architectural masterpiece, this hotel has been completely integrated into the mountainside, preserving the natural silhouette.
Offering its guests an unforgettable experience with the privilege of staying in rooms carved into the rocks, Desert Rock Resort offers an endless desert view.
Bab Samhan, Diriyah
Opening Date: 2024
Bab Samhan, which is set to open this year, will be the first hotel in the Diriyah region, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The hotel, which combines contemporary luxury with the Najdi architectural style, will feature 106 rooms that reflect the culture and history of the region, each offering a unique atmosphere.
Located in northern Diriyah, the hotel is close to both the Hanifa Valley and At-Turaif, one of the most important historical sites in Saudi Arabia.
Marriott Autograph Collection, Sindalah Island, NEOM
Opening Date: 2024
Expected to open in 2024, the Autograph Collection property in Sindalah is anticipated to offer rich immersive moments that will leave a lasting imprint for guests. Plans for the resort include 66 rooms and suites, including one- and two-bedroom villas, multiple dining options, a kids club, and a spa.
Sindalah will be a new destination for one-of-a-kind nautical and yachting experiences, located just 17 hours sail from the Mediterranean and featuring a prestigious 86-berth marina for yachts up to 75 meters and serviced offshore buoys for superyachts up to 180m. Additionally, the island will include over 400 ultra-premium hotel rooms and 300 top-end suites, a beach club, a glamorous yacht club, and 38 unique culinary offerings.
voco & Suites Jeddah
Opening Date: September 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts announced that the new-built voco & Suites Jeddah is set to welcome guests in September 2024.
The hotel’s strategic location offers stunning views of the Red Sea and is conveniently close to the new Jeddah Downtown, part of the Jeddah Central Development project by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). Its proximity to major attractions like the Corniche promenade and the Red Sea Mall, along with easy access to the Royal Court, positions Voco & Suites Jeddah as an ideal destination for government officials and discerning guests seeking high-end accommodations.
Located on Jeddah Beach Road, the hotel will feature 110 uniquely characterized rooms, including luxurious suites, an all-day dining venue, a specialty restaurant, and a cozy coffee shop, a fitness center and a swimming pool.
