Mandarin Oriental, Jeddah, which is expected to open in 2030, will bring a new level of luxury hospitality to Saudi Arabia, further strengthening the Group's presence in the region and complementing the brand's award-winning offerings in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat and Riyadh.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a dual management agreement with Mosa bin Abdul Aziz Al-Mosa and Sons Real Estate Holding Co. The signing will see the launch of Holiday Inn Riyadh Rose Yard (106 keys), reinforcing IHG's long-term commitment to the Kingdom and its growing hospitality sector in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a dual management agreement with Mosa bin Abdul Aziz Al-Mosa and Sons Real Estate Holding Co. The signing will see the launch of Crowne Plaza Al Khobar Al Bandariyah (232 keys), reinforcing IHG's long-term commitment to the Kingdom and its growing hospitality sector in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
Under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Ahmed bin Aqil Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, a landmark Saudi-Swiss partnership was announced at the "TOURISE 2025" Summit in Riyadh to advance innovation, develop national talent, and build human capital in tourism, hospitality, and culinary arts, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Tourism Saudi Arabia (MoT) and TOURISE 2025, Shaza Hotels has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) for four new projects – Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort, Mysk Residences in Riyadh and Mysk Al Haramain Hotels - 3 & 4 in Makkah – during the inaugural TOURISE 2025 summit, held from 11 to 13 November 2025 in Riyadh. The signings represent a significant step in Shaza Hotels’ expansion across the Kingdom and underscore the brand’s alignment with Saudi Arabia’s long-term vision 2030 to advance tourism and destination development. Shaza also announced an ambitious pipeline of USD 950 million worth projects across the globe in key destinations like Maldives, Turkey, Kuwait, Indonesia, Iraq, USA, Kenya and Libya at TOURISE 2025.
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group with a portfolio of over 640 properties in operation and pipeline across 60 countries, has announced the signing of Oaks Residences Riyadh, marking a significant addition to its growing portfolio in Saudi Arabia. The agreement, signed in partnership with Tabarak Holding, also includes future projects in key locations in Cairo, Egypt under the NH Collection brand.
Red Sea Global (RSG), the real estate developer and pioneer of regenerative tourism, announced the highly anticipated opening of AMAALA Triple Bay during the inaugural TOURISE Summit.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Concept Tower Real Estate Limited to open a Howard Johnson by Wyndham hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This signing marks the introduction of the Howard Johnson brand in Riyadh, reinforcing Wyndham's commitment to expanding its midscale portfolio across the Kingdom.
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.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced it has surpassed the milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline in Saudi Arabia – representing a combined investment of USD $8 billion from hotel owners and investors into Hilton’s growing portfolio, and underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to supporting Vision 2030 by expanding its footprint and delivering world-class hospitality throughout the Kingdom. The announcement was made ahead of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Saudi Arabia, a global forum that convenes world leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss the future of global investment and economic trends.
Kempinski Hotel & Resort Sariya Yanbu has appointed Jean-Marc Boutilly as its new general manager. The resort is Kempinski's second property in Saudi Arabia and the first five-star luxury resort in Yanbu.
Set among coral reefs, turquoise lagoons, and soft white sands, Shura Island opens as the beating heart of The Red Sea, the place where the destination truly comes alive. As the vibrant hub of this pioneering new world of travel, the island brings together world-class hospitality, adventure, and relaxation across one extraordinary setting. Master planned by Foster + Partners, the island’s design takes inspiration from the Coral Bloom vision. Shaped to blend seamlessly with its surrounding land and sea, Shura captures the destination’s spirit of energy, culture, and connection, an island alive with beauty and purpose.
Karl Kutzelnig has been appointed general manager of the upcoming SLS The Red Sea. The launch will bring the Ennismore brand to Saudi Arabia for the first time.
IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, has signed an exclusive service agreement with Red Sea Global Hospitality for the implementation of IDeaS’ G3 Revenue Management System (RMS) and Optix, a revenue intelligence and performance analysis platform, across multiple luxury properties in Saudi Arabia.
Fairmont Ramla Riyadh is pleased to announce the appointment of Amine Bouhalba as the property's new General Manager.
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.
Set along the white sand of Shura Island on Saudi Arabia's western coastline, EDITION reveals its second property in the country with the opening of The Red Sea EDITION, following its debut in Jeddah last year. Synonymous with redefining the codes of traditional luxury, the newest EDITION is positioning itself as the premiere hotel to launch on the island and embodies the country's visionary roadmap.
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.
Raffles Jeddah, the city's most anticipated new luxury destination, has announced the appointment of Carmine di Luggo as Executive Chef. An accomplished Italian culinary leader, Chef Carmine brings more than 25 years of international experience across Italy, Germany, the UK, Egypt, Kazakhstan, and Hungary. A graduate of I.P.S.S.A.R "Luigi dei Medici" with a Culinary & Restaurant Diploma, he has built his career in Michelin-starred restaurants and five-star hotels, mastering classic European techniques infused with global influences.