SLS Hotels & Residences is pleased to announce the appointment of Karl Kutzelnig as General Manager of SLS The Red Sea. The upcoming opening of this extraordinary resort will mark the Saudi debut for the brand, which is part of Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company.
Fairmont Ramla Riyadh is pleased to announce the appointment of Amine Bouhalba as the property's new General Manager.
Mansard Riyadh, a Radisson Collection luxury property, has appointed hospitality veteran Hans Konings as General Manager, bringing more than 25 years of international experience, including senior leadership roles across Radisson Blu and Radisson Collection in markets such as the United Kingdom, Germany, Slovakia, Russia and China. Previously Senior Director of Operations for Radisson Hotel Group and Jin Jiang International Hotels in China, he oversaw more than 45 upscale and luxury hotels with a focus on revenue growth, operational excellence, brand standards and employee engagement, and helped drive post-pandemic recovery. Known for leading large-scale operations and high-profile event hotels, including managing a six-hotel, 3,000-room cluster in St. Petersburg and delivering major profit improvement during brand transitions, Konings is expected to further elevate Mansard Riyadh’s service standards through operational efficiency, guest satisfaction and staff development, reinforcing the hotel’s position as a leading destination for business and leisure travel in Riyadh.
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Lina Moubarak as Communications Manager for Rosewood Jeddah, marking a strong addition to the hotel's leadership team.
Fairmont The Red Sea is set to redefine the relationship between luxury tourism and the natural world. The property will feature 193 rooms, six distinct dining concepts, including an overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea, and a spa. The resort will be situated next to an 18-hole championship golf course, reflecting Fairmont's reputation as a world-class golf operator. It will set new standards in sustainable development, positioned on 125 miles of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled islands, dormant volcanoes, rich marine habitat, and ancient archaeological sites. Opening May 2026.
The six-month program launches in Riyadh in January 2026, targeting Saudi Arabia's projected 2.7 million hospitality jobs by 2025.
Shebara has appointed Eugenie Jason as general manager, marking a new phase of leadership for the resort.
InterContinental, the world's first and largest luxury hotel brand, is opening new doors to a world of fascination on The Red Sea. Advancing the brand's pioneering outlook and reinforcing IHG Hotels & Resorts' global commitment to growing a leading luxury and lifestyle portfolio, InterContinental The Red Sea Resort is among the first to open on Shura Island - a destination which, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 ambitions, is setting a new global benchmark in luxury tourism.
The Oberoi Group has announced the opening of The Oberoi, Wadi Safar in the second half of 2026, marking a pivotal moment for the brand in the Kingdom. Set adjacent to historic Diriyah and spread across 62 km² of some of Saudi Arabia's most untouched natural landscape, the resort is poised to become one of the country's most exclusive luxury getaways and a serene gateway to one of its most captivating cultural destinations.
Raffles Jeddah, the city's most anticipated new luxury destination overlooking the Red Sea, has announced the appointment of Ahmed Jarkass as Director of Sales and Marketing ahead of its anticipated opening. A distinguished commercial leader with more than two decades of regional experience, Jarkass brings an exceptional track record across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Egypt. His professional journey spans senior roles with some of the world's most recognisable luxury hospitality brands, including Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts and Rixos Hotels.
Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hospitality management company in the Middle East and Africa, has secured the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand for an upcoming 84-key hotel in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, owned by AREA Investment and Real Estate. This marks Aleph Hospitality's third Tapestry Collection by Hilton property under management, further strengthening the company's partnership with global hospitality company Hilton and expanding its footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with an investment fund managed by SEDCO Capital, a global multi-asset management and advisory firm, to launch Hotel Indigo Grand Square Jeddah. The 150-key lifestyle hotel marks the first collaboration between the global hospitality group and the Saudi real estate investment fund.
IHG has grown from one hotel in 1975 to over 100 properties open and planned, targeting Saudi Arabia's 150 million visitor goal by 2030.
The conference will return to Riyadh in April 2026, following this year's event that generated USD 1.6 billion in business opportunities and 11 hotel signings.
Adeera will operate 370 units under its Alia brand at the massive development near Prophet's Mosque, joining global brands like Marriott and Hilton.
Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has reached a milestone of 100 combined open and pipeline hotels in Saudi Arabia following the signing of an agreement with a fund managed by SEDCO Capital for a 1,100 room Courtyard by Marriott in Makkah. The property will be situated within the Holy City's landmark Masar destination which is owned, developed and operated by Umm Al Qura for Development and Construction. Expected to open in 2030, Courtyard by Marriott Makkah Masar is anticipated to deliver the brand's signature blend of exceptional hospitality, modern comfort and purposeful design.
With more than two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Ahmed Elnawawy has built a reputation as a transformative leader with a keen eye for delivering unforgettable guest experiences. He now steps into a pivotal role as Area General Manager for Rixos Hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, while also serving as the General Manager of the flagship Rixos property in King Abdullah Economic City; one of the most anticipated openings in the region.
Cheval Collection has signed an agreement with Ladun Investment Company to open a second site in Riyadh, further strengthening the group's presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and reinforcing its commitment to the region.
Kerten Hospitality, the global lifestyle operator known for creating community-centric destinations, is expanding its presence in the Kingdom with Cloud 7 Al Murjan Island Resort - Dammam, a bold new addition to Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province waterfront.
Kerzner International Holdings Limited ("Kerzner") is pleased to announce the signings of Atlantis and One&Only developments in Jeddah in partnership with Midad Real Estate. An exceptional site, a part of the wider Jeddah Central masterplan, will feature an Atlantis Resort and Branded Residences, as well as a One&Only Resort and Private Homes.