Swiss-Belhotel International, has announced the signing of Swiss-Belhotel Nizwa, Oman, marking another milestone in its strategic expansion across the region. Scheduled to open its doors in Q2 2026, the upscale hotel will bring the group's Swiss Professionalism and Asian Passion and international standards to one of Oman's most historic and culturally rich destinations.
The Middle East is increasingly asserting its role as a pivotal force in global tourism, both as a high-value outbound market and as a destination defined by immersive, experience-led travel. With a forward-looking strategy, Meliá Hotels International has taken a significant step in its regional growth by announcing its first property in Bahrain, set within the exclusive enclave of Amwaj Island.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Al Ashraaf Developments to launch Holiday Inn Cairo Al Obour. This 170-key property will be located in Al Obour City, an urban fast-growing destination northeast of Cairo recognised for its connectivity to Cairo International Airport and proximity to large-scale residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
Leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company Four Seasons in partnership with Red Sea Global announce Four Seasons Private Residences Red Sea at Shura Island. Located within The Red Sea, Red Sea Global's flagship regenerative tourism development, just 75 Four Seasons residences are being released. Comprised of 43 Dune Villas and 32 Waterside Villas, each home will embody elegant design, personalized service, and seamless living on Shura Island.
Accor, a global leader in hospitality, is pleased to announce the signing of Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah, a landmark property located in the heart of makkah, within walking distance of the holy mosque. Set to open in 2026, this hotel will be the largest sofitel property in the world, with 1,141 rooms and suites.
Rising above Bahrain's capital with 594 residential-style studios, suites, and penthouses - all featuring fully-equipped kitchens - Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences will introduce a new standard of extended-stay and short-stay hospitality to the Kingdom. Guests will enjoy four inviting restaurants and lounges, multiple swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre with a state-of-the-art fitness facility, Kids and Teens Clubs, and sweeping views of the city skyline and the Arabian Gulf.
Saudi entrepreneur Mr. Mohammed Khalid A. Sabbagh has announced plans to open a new Ramada by Wyndham hotel in Madinah, one of the world's most revered destinations for Muslim travellers.
Ennismore, the lifestyle hospitality group behind brands such as SO/, SLS, and Hyde, has announced the upcoming SO/ Ras Al Khaimah, set to open later this year on the UAE's Al Marjan Island. The new property will mark SO/'s first all-inclusive resort outside Europe and Ennismore's debut lifestyle hotel in Ras Al Khaimah, reinforcing the company's growing presence in the luxury all-inclusive segment.
SLS The Red Sea is set to make its spectacular debut in Saudi Arabia, bringing its unmistakable blend of theatrical flair, lavish style, and unapologetic spirit to Shura Island, the heart of The Red Sea destination. SLS will shine as Shura's vibrant epicentre where bold design, world-class dining, and electric energy collide to create the ultimate VIP experience. With The Red Sea's outstanding natural beauty as its backdrop, the resort becomes a stage for the glamorous and the daring, and all those who crave the extraordinary.
The vibrant seafront district, Dubai Harbour, will soon welcome The Dubai Beach EDITION, the brand's first beachfront resort in the UAE.
Absolute Hotel Services Middle East & Africa is delighted to announce the signing of a management agreement with Akam Al Rajhi Development for 60 exclusive beachfront units under the U Hotels & Resorts brand, set to open in 2026 on Egypt's Mediterranean coast.
Devmark, the UAE's leading real estate project sales and marketing consultancy, together with developer Manodev and Atmosphere Living - part of the award-winning hospitality group Atmosphere Core - proudly announces the launch of Arka Enclave, an exclusive waterfront residential community on Dubai Islands. This milestone marks Atmosphere Living's debut in the United Arab Emirates, building on its expansion beyond the Maldives into select international destinations, and continuing the brand's philosophy of timeless design and wellbeing-led living.
Mandarin Oriental will bring a new dimension of luxury hospitality to Dubai with the introduction of Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai, the Group's first dedicated golf resort with branded residences and its third property in the city. Opening in 2030, the resort will be uniquely positioned within the prestigious Jumeirah Golf Estates, the Next Chapter. Designed not only as a destination for golf enthusiasts, it will also place a strong focus on wellness for both guests and resident owners, creating a sanctuary where space, wellbeing and nature meet. Located in the south-western part of Dubai, the resort is envisioned as an elevated tranquil escape.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Jadeer Group for a new Hotel Indigo property in New Cairo. The signing strengthens IHG's growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in Northern Africa and adds another distinctive hotel to the Group's presence in Egypt.
Radisson Hotel Group continues its expansion across Egypt with the signing of Radisson Resort North Coast, a stunning new upscale beachfront property set to open in one of the country's fastest-growing leisure destinations. Located in Dauwar Abd el Ati Abu Aguz, a prime area for resort development along Egypt's booming North Coast, the upcoming resort will mark the Group's first property in this thriving region. Scheduled to open in 2029, the hotel will feature 250 hotel rooms and 250 branded residences, including 30 family rooms and a presidential suite, with expansive views of the Egyptian Northern Coast. Guests will enjoy six diverse food and beverage venues, a 740-square-metre meeting and events space, dedicated wellness and fitness facilities, kids and teens clubs, an entertaining outdoor aqua park, and direct access to a private beach. The resort is strategically positioned 73 kilometers from Alexandria and just 45 minutes from Borg El Arab International Airport and 60 minutes from El Alamein International airport, which together offer direct connections to over 30 international destinations and growing. The North Coast is rapidly emerging as a key tourism hotspot, driven by government-led infrastructure upgrades and large-scale projects such as New Alamein City and Marina 8. These developments are transforming the area into a high-potential, year-round destination for upscale leisure tourism.
On the outer edge of Saudi Arabia's west coast, a quiet architectural story is unfolding. Set on Ummahat Island, a protected stretch of sand and sea only accessible by private boat or seaplane, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residence, introduces a rare new standard for coastal living in the region.
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® is proud to announce its forthcoming debut in Dubai with the opening of Rosewood Dubai, alongside Rosewood Residences Dubai. Scheduled to open in 2029, both properties will be set in Peninsula Dubai, an upcoming landmark destination within the city's most prestigious waterfront district. The project is owned by Bright Start, a distinguished real estate investment company with a curated portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and high-end hospitality developments, with H&H, a leading Dubai-based developer, spearheading its delivery.
Mandarin Oriental, globally recognised for its exceptional hospitality and luxury residences, is strengthening its presence in the region with the upcoming launch of its second property in Dubai. Set within the striking Wasl Tower, a new architectural icon on Sheikh Zayed Road, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is scheduled to open in October 2025.
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with Al Ghadeer Group to operate dusitD2 Al Ahsa - a new upper-upscale resort in the heart of Al Ahsa Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula.
Four Seasons, the world's leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company, and ALAIN, a leading Abu Dhabi-based asset management company, announce a new standalone beachfront residential offering in the UAE, Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi at Saadiyat Beach, set to welcome homeowners in 2029.