Press Releases

April 29, 2019

Hyatt Plans to Double its Brand Footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by 2023

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that it expects the number of Hyatt hotels in Saudi Arabia to double, with five additional Hyatt branded hotels to open by 2023, adding approximately 1,300 rooms to the region. The expansion includes the anticipated opening of Grand Hyatt Al Khobar, marking the first Grand Hyatt branded hotel in the Kingdom, set to open in late 2019. The expected opening of Jabal Omar Hyatt Centric Makkah Hotel and Residences will mark the entry of the Hyatt Centric brand into the country. Additionally Hyatt Regency Jeddah Serafi Mall is slated for a 2021 opening and a dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Riyadh/KAFD is slated for 2022.

Hyatt

Saudi Arabia

April 29, 2019

Central Hotels to Double its Portfolio of Hotels in Dubai by 2022

With three new hotels under development, Central Hotels is set to double its portfolio of hotels by 2022 in Dubai. The group revealed today at the Arabian Travel Market that by the end of 2022, it will have seven operating hotels in the emirate. The upcoming properties include Diamond Central Business Bay (220 keys), Island Central (set on Deira Island boasting 267 rooms and suites) and Central House Citywalk 60 keys) focused on millennials.

Central Hotels

April 24, 2019

Emaar Hospitality Group to Open 5 New Hotels in Dubai This Year

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of global developer Emaar Properties, will open four new hotels in Dubai under its premium luxury Address Hotels + Resorts and upscale lifestyle Vida Hotels and Resorts, this year. Further, Rove Hotels, the joint venture of Emaar Properties and Meraas, will open a new hotel, adding to the contemporary midscale hotel choices in the city.

Emaar Hospitality Group

Press Release Sustainability

April 24, 2019

Hilton Fulfils 2018 Pledge to Eliminate Plastic Straws from all UAE Hotels

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced that it has fulfilled its commitment to eliminate the use of plastic straws from its UAE hotels. Plastic bottles used in meetings and events spaces have also been removed. As a result of adopting these new standards, approximately 3.5 million plastic straws and more than 2 million plastic water bottles will be removed each year from Hilton's 25 hotels in the country.

United Arab Emirates

April 17, 2019

Central Hotels Confirms Participation at Arabian Travel Market 2019

Central Hotels is all set for a strong presence at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019 with several announcements lined up during the show.

Central Hotels

April 15, 2019

Hilton Continues Its Dynamic Expansion in Saudi Arabia with the Addition of 2,000 Rooms

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of a management agreement with Umm Al Qura Development and Construction Company to open the world's largest Hilton Garden Inn with 1,560 rooms and a 392-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton, both located in King Abdul Aziz Road project in Makkah.

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April 15, 2019

Swiss-Belhotel International to Showcase its Existing and Upcoming Properties at ATM 2019

Swiss-Belhotel International will showcase its outstanding portfolio of existing and upcoming properties at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019, the region's premier travel and tourism event scheduled to take place in Dubai from 28 April to 1 May 2019. With 7 new hotels lined up for opening in 2019, the year ahead looks extremely promising for Swiss-Belhotel International.

Swiss-Belhotel

April 12, 2019

STR: Preliminary March Data For Jeddah Hotels

STR's preliminary March 2019 data for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, indicates a drop in room rates during low occupancy season.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

April 10, 2019

IHG® And SRG Holding Announce Double Hotel Partnership

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed franchise agreements for two hotels, Staybridge Suites® Dubai Financial Centre and Staybridge Suites Dubai Internet City, with the Dubai-based real estate development firm, SRG Holding. The agreements will see the conversion of two SRG-owned developments to IHG's extended-stay brand Staybridge Suites. The two franchised assets will be operated by SRG Hospitality, the group's hotel management arm with opening dates set for January 2020.

IHG

March 13, 2019

STR: Preliminary February Data For Abu Dhabi Hotels

STR's preliminary February 2019 data for Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, indicates lower occupancy but significantly higher room rates. Based on daily data from February, Abu Dhabi reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:

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March 8, 2019

Shurooq Partners with Shaza Hotels For Management of Sharjah Collection Retreats

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has appointed Shaza Hotels to manage three luxurious retreats, which are Kingfisher Lodge in Kalba, Al Badayer Oasis in Al Badayer and Al Faya Lodge in Mleiha.

Shaza Hotels Ltd.

March 5, 2019

Partnership signed between Hilton and Shomoul Company to develop and operate four landmark hotels at The Avenues – Riyadh

Hilton and Shomoul Holding Company announced today the signing of a landmark agreement to develop and operate four hotels in The Avenues - Riyadh, the largest mixed-use development project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The development will include one of the world's largest malls, with a leasable area of approximately 400,000sqm housing more than 1,300 stores.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

February 27, 2019

STR: Middle East and Africa hotel performance for January 2019

Hotels in the Middle East reported negative January 2019 performance results, while hotels in Africa posted growth across the three key performance metrics, according to data from STR.U.S. dollar constant currency, January 2019 vs. January 2018Middle East

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February 21, 2019

Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah Launches New Jet Lag Guru Concierge Service in the Middle East

Following the recent launch of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts' new Live Unforgettable concierge offerings, Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah is bringing the campaign to life in the Middle East with the introduction of a Jet Lag Guru. Unique to this property, the complimentary service will provide guests with advice on how to combat jet lag and help arrange tailored experiences including a relaxing Neom Tranquillity Bath on arrival and a special Jet Lag Menu at Vietnamese restaurant LAO. Renowned for anticipating travellers' every need with its 'True Waldorf Service,' Hilton 's iconic luxury brand makes strides to elevate and personalise the 'Live Unforgettable' campaign even further.

February 11, 2019

STR: Preliminary January Data For Dubai Hotels

STR's preliminary January 2019 data for Dubai, United Arab Emirates, indicates performance affected by a continued influx of new room inventory. Based on daily data from January, Dubai reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:

Press Release Sustainability

February 8, 2019

Radisson Hotel Group Signs Portfolio Deal For Six Hotels In Egypt

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of six new hotels in Egypt as part of a portfolio deal across a number of its brands. The agreement was signed with existing business partner Zaghloul Holdings, a Cairo-based business conglomerate operating in real estate, contracting, tourism, commercial retail, entertainment and sports investment industries. The six hotels: Radisson Collection Hotel Cairo Heliopolis, Radisson Blu Serviced Apartments Cairo Heliopolis, Radisson Blu Hotel Cairo Golf City, Radisson Hotel New Cairo, Radisson Hotel & Resort Ain Sokhna and Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Makadi Bay, Hurghada will mean Radisson Hotel Group becomes one of the largest international operators in the country and will also cement Radisson Blu's position as the leading brand in the city in the coming years.

Radisson Hotel Group

Egypt

February 5, 2019

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo At The First Residence Is Egypt's First Hotel To Install Electric Car-charging Station

With the new year in full swing, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence announces that it is the first Hotel in Egypt to install an electric car charging station, which is now fully-operational.

Four Seasons

Cairo, Egypt

February 4, 2019

Radisson Hotel Group Signs Two Hotels In Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Radisson Hospitality AB, publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Sweden and part of Radisson Hotel Group, is proud to announce the signing of two new hotels in Saudi Arabia: the Radisson Hotel, Makkah Al Rahma and the Park Inn by Radisson Hotel, Makkah Al Rahma. The new agreement extends an existing partnership with renowned Saudi real estate developer and investor Sulaiman Abdulaziz Al-Rajhi and his real estate development company, Al-Rajhi Investments.The agreement increases Radisson Hotel Group's portfolio in Saudi Arabia to 43 hotels and more than 10,000 rooms in operation and under development. Both the Radisson Hotel, Makkah Al Rahma and the Park Inn by Radisson, Makkah Al Rahma are scheduled to open in Q2, 2021.

Radisson Hotel Group

Makkah, Saudi Arabia