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.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of Diyar Ajwa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, in partnership with Al Musbah Group - marking the debut of the lifestyle Tapestry Collection brand in Saudi Arabia. Expected to open later in 2025, the new signing reinforces Hilton's continued expansion in the Kingdom and adds to its growing presence in one of the world's most significant religious tourism destinations. With this addition, Hilton remains on track to reach its milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline across Saudi Arabia.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Crowne Plaza Madinah Al Haramain, a 383-key hotel in partnership with Arbah Tayba Real Estate Company. Slated to open in 2026, the hotel will be managed by IHG and will further strengthen the company's premium portfolio in one of Saudi Arabia's most significant religious and cultural destinations.
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Madinah, marking the debut of the Radisson brand in one of Saudi Arabia's most revered destinations. Strategically located in the city of Madinah, this upscale hotel offers a modern, elegant sanctuary for business travelers, leisure guests, and visitors on their spiritual journey. First Radisson Hotel in the Holy City.
In a landmark move set to boost the hospitality landscape of Madinah, Saudi Arabia, Radisson Hotel Group is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Knowledge Economic City (KEC), one of Saudi Arabia's premier Master Developers, to introduce two new Park Inn by Radisson hotels in the heart of Madinah. The two Park Inn by Radisson properties at Islamic World District (IWD), Knowledge Economic City, will include 733 keys in total: 587 hotel rooms and 146 serviced apartments.
Badr Abdelaziz will serve as general manager of Radisson Hotel Madinah, scheduled to open in early 2025. Abdelaziz, an industry veteran with 25 years of experience at leading hotel groups, including Radisson, Marriott, and IHG, will oversee operations at the 165-key property located 750 metres from Quba Mosque. The hotel will include 53 business suites and diverse dining options.
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hospitality companies, has signed a management agreement with Knowledge Economic City (KEC) Co., a public listed company in Saudi Arabia, for two new hotels in the Islamic World District (IWD) within the holy city of Al Madinah.
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Knowledge Economic City (KEC) to open three hotels within the Holy City of Madinah in Saudi Arabia. The anticipated openings will be part of the KEC master-development and feature over 1,200 rooms across three of the company’s brands – Courtyard by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton and Residence Inn by Marriott.
Taiba Investments, a leader in Saudi hospitality and real estate, has unveiled a strategic partnership with Hilton (NYSE: HLT) to bring the iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand to the holy city of Madinah. Signed during the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World in Dubai, this agreement underscores Taiba Investments' ongoing expansion into the high-end hospitality market and further reinforces the company's commitment to elevating Saudi Arabia's tourism sector by partnering with world-renowned hospitality companies such as Hilton.
Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah has appointed Mahmoud Shaban as its director of sales and marketing. With over 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality, including senior roles at Fairmont Riyadh and The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, Shaban is expected to drive the hotel's strategic growth by increasing revenue, expanding market presence, and enhancing brand visibility. His most recent position was commercial director at Almutlaq Real Estate Investment Co (AREIC). Shaban holds a bachelor's degree in hotel management, an MBA, and professional certifications, and is known for his leadership in team development and mentorship.
We are thrilled to announce the opening of Al Manakha Rotana, our first property in Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Two Hyatt-branded hotels set to debut in Madinah as Hyatt House Madinah KEC and Hyatt Centric Madinah KEC.
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Rua Al Madinah Holding Company to open eight hotels in the Holy City of Madinah in Saudi Arabia. Located in close proximity to the Prophet’s Mosque, Al Masjid An Nabawi, the planned properties will be part of the Rua Al Madinah Project which aims to elevate the service and travel experience for visitors of Madinah. The anticipated openings will feature approximately 4,400 rooms across eight of the company’s brands – The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels, Westin Hotels & Resorts, Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft Hotels, and Courtyard by Marriott.
Saudi real estate developer Taiba Holding Company has signed a deal with Marriott International to develop the Sheraton Taiba Hotel, Madinah, located close to the main entrance of Al-Masjid Al-Nabawi. The hotel will mark the return of the Sheraton brand to Madinah.
Millennium Madinah Airport has named Murad Mustafa Al-Sabbah as the general manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the soon-to-open five-star property.
Millennium Al Aqeeq and Millennium Taiba Hotels, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts have announced the appointment of Jamal Abdulla as the new Cluster General Manager of the two luxurious properties in Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prior to joining Millennium Hotels & Resorts, Abdulla was the Managing Director for the ‘5 Stars Hotel Division’ with Mohamed Al Ali Al Swailem Investment Co., where he was responsible for the openings, renovation and operations of their hotels. He has previously worked with international hotel groups such as Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Accor Hotels and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.
Recognising his abilities, Lotfi Jabou has been promoted from his position of director of sales and marketing to operations manager/in charge of commercial initiatives at Crowne Plaza Madinah, the KSA.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the largest international hotel group in Saudi Arabia both by number of rooms and number of hotels, has opened Crowne Plaza Madinah today. The opening marks the first Crowne Plaza hotel in the Holy City. Crowne Plaza Madinah is located in the centre of Madinah with 506 stylish rooms and suites on offer to guests, including 259 twin standard rooms and 49 king standard rooms. Just steps away is Masjid Nabawi, the second holiest site in Islam and one of the largest mosques in the world, making the hotel ideal for religious travellers.