STR: Jeddah hotels report highest occupancy since 2016
Helped by the Arab League Summit, Jeddah’s hotel industry posted its highest monthly occupancy since August 2016, according to preliminary May 2023 data from STR.
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Marc Reissinger has been appointed as General Manager at InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh
The soon-to-open InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Marc Reissinger as general manager. He brings more than three decades of experience to the role, which puts him in charge of one of IHG's most luxurious hotels in the area.
Six Senses Amaala is Set to Launch in Saudi Arabia
A landmark shift towards welcoming international visitors means Saudi Arabia is the fastest-growing tourism destination in the G20, thanks to its mix of history, heritage, culture, coral-fringed beaches, and sunshine.
Boutique Group CEO interview: How Mark DeCocinis is transforming Saudi palaces into world-class hotels
Despite the name, there is nothing small about the scope or scale of Saudi Arabia’s Boutique Group. A home-grown firm turning palaces and historical buildings into ultra-luxury hotels, Boutique Group has ambitions to become one of the world’s most important hospitality majors. Green-lit by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, Chairman of the Council for Economic and Development Affairs, and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), Boutique Group is more than a hotel company, it is a vessel to take Saudi culture to the world.
Hilton and Saudi Tourism Authority Sign MoU for Collaboration on Attracting Visitors to the Kingdom
Global hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT), announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) towards exploring cooperation opportunities between the two entities and developing creative content, with the aim of attracting visitors from key markets across the Middle East and Africa to the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia's Mirada Group tap Hotelogix as part of their digitisation strategy
Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, said that Saudi Arabia's Mirada Group has adopted its multi-property management system to gain centralised control over group operations. The entire group is now running on Hotelogix in line with their enterprise-wide digital transformation plan.
AlUla to include an AZULIK-branded eco-luxury resort
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) will develop a new resort within the Journey Through Time (JTT) masterplan, designed in harmony with the natural environment and aligned with the Sustainability Charter for AlUla, Saudi Green Initiative, and Vision 2030.
Design: The imaginative fusion of an ancient “resting hotels” with a “Space Oddity,” concept draws a symbiotic connection to the majestic Dead Sea and the Judean Desert
Bar Orian Architects in collaboration with Lambs & Lions Studio today officially announces a new luxury resort planned for Israel’s Judean Desert overlooking the Dead Sea, scheduled to open in 2025. The 109 room-and-suite property will be built on a plot of land with an area of about 20 dunams (nearly five acres) in the Judean Desert overlooking the serene landscape of the Dead Sea. The imaginative fusion of an ancient “resting hotels” with a “Space Oddity,” concept draws a symbiotic connection to the majestic Dead Sea and Judean Desert.
Accor accelerates growth in Saudi Arabia while boldly redefining hospitality with multi-faceted projects
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, is pleased to provide an update on its ambitious expansion plans throughout Saudi Arabia, in keeping with the company’s commitment to support Saudi Arabia Vision 2030. Pivotal to these plans, are three recently announced signings with key strategic owning partners for exciting new hospitality projects: The Rua Al Madinah project, in Madinah; a master-planned development project in Riyadh; and, a multi-city, master development agreement with Amsa Hospitality.
IHG to open 12 ‘ Next Generation’ Holiday Inn Express hotels across Saudi Arabia under MDA with Tashyid for Hotel Operations
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, across 18 distinct brands, has signed a Master Development Agreement (MDA) with Tashyid for Hotel Operations, which will see the development of 12 hotels and 2,500 keys under the Holiday Inn Express brand across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With Ministry of Tourism encouraging such investments in the Kingdom, the signing took place in the presence Mr. Mahmoud Abdulhadi, Deputy Minister for Destination Enablement.
Minor Hotels Announces Partnership with Tourism Development Fund of Saudi Arabia to Develop Unique Hospitality and Lifestyle Projects
Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a portfolio of 530 hotels and resorts in 56 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Indian Ocean, announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund to jointly develop and operate high-quality hospitality and lifestyle projects focused on mountain resorts, wellness resorts and urban hotels within the Kingdom. The first project under this partnership is expected to be announced in H2 this year.
Accor and Erth Real Estate Partner for Three New Hotels in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, in partnership with Erth Real Estate Company, today announced that it will open three new hotels in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as part of a new master planned development project. The forthcoming luxury hospitality community will include a 230-key Raffles hotel, a 250-key Sofitel Serviced Residence, and a 60-villa MGallery resort, all set to open by 2027. The multi-faceted community will also include office towers, residential towers, and retail space, all built around a centrally located garden area.
Kifah Bin Hussein has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya
Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya is proud to welcome its new General Manager, Hyatt veteran Kifah Bin Hussein. With over 23 years of extensive knowledge and experience in hospitality, Kifah looks forward to bringing a new vision, new strategies and the power of empathy to his new role at the property. Kifah will be tasked with maximizing the revenue of the 257 guestrooms including 39 suites, managing all aspects of full service, specialty F&B outlets, and the male and female spas, at the most bustling location in the heart of Riyadh, in line with Hyatt's purpose of caring for people so they can be their best.
IHG Introduces Kimpton Brand in the Middle East with a Contract Signing in Saudi Arabia's KAFD
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one the of the world's largest hotel groups, with 6000 hotels across 18 brands, has signed a management agreement with The King Abdullah Financial District Management and Development Company (KAFD DMC), a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), to bring the first Kimpton hotel in the region to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Chedi Hegra to open as first hotel in Saudi Arabia’s UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hegra
Situated within Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site and opening by Q4 2023, The Chedi Hegra will offer 35 bespoke guest rooms, each with its own distinct connection to the Hegra landscape, a breathtaking testimony of human expression within the natural environment.
AlUla's Sharaan by Jean Nouvel Opening July 2023
The construction of Sharaan Resort, designed by Jean Nouvel, is inspired by the ancient techniques of the Nabataean inhabitants who crafted their monuments as integral to the local landscape more than 2,000 years ago. The resort will have 53 keys, divided amongst suites, hospitality pavilions and villas built into the mountain of Sharaan Nature Reserve.
IHG® signs MOU with the Saudi Tourism Authority
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, across 18 distinct brands, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) at the Arabian Travel Market 2023.
Khaled Al Jamal has been appointed as General Manager at JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh
JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh is pleased to announce the appointment of Khaled Al Jamal as its new General Manager. The highly respected hospitality professional will bring his wealth of experience in the industry having worked within the sector for over 35 years.
Four Seasons to Introduce Island Resort on Sindalah in NEOM, Saudi Arabia
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world's leading luxury hospitality company, and Hotel Development, the NEOM division that is responsible for building a future-centric hospitality ecosystem in the developing region, have announced plans for a new luxury resort as part of the NEOM master project, located on Sindalah Island.
AlUla announces Dar Tantora by The House Hotel, an authentic hospitality experience in AlUla Old Town
As part of its Journey Through Time master plan, the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) will further expand the accommodation offering in AlUla with Dar Tantora by The House Hotel, an immersive and authentic hospitality experience in AlUla Old Town. Dar Tantora will also house a pool and spa as well as a restaurant and café.