New Hotels to Open at Saudi's Red Sea Project
Red Sea Global, the developer behind the Red Sea Project, has announced that different hotel brands have been developed in this huge Saudi Arabian project.
The Red Sea Project encompasses three key destinations: The Red Sea, AMAALA, and Thuwal. The Red Sea area is designed to be a luxury ecotourism destination, boasting pristine islands and rich biodiversity. AMAALA focuses on wellness and cultural experiences, offering luxurious resorts that blend with the natural environment. Thuwal serves as a hub for marine exploration and sustainable development, featuring marine research centers and community-focused amenities. Each destination highlights sustainability and luxury, aiming to transform the region into a world-class tourism hub.
The Red Sea Project’s first phase of development is on track for completion by the end of 2024, with a total of 16 hotels set to offer 3,000 hotel rooms across 5 islands and 2 inland sites. In total, it spans 28,000 square kilometers on Saudi Arabia’s west coast.
The Red Sea Project is being developed as an exquisite ultra-luxury destination, once complete, it will offer visitors the exclusive opportunity to explore a unique and diverse region of the world, including experiences for nature lovers, outdoor adventurers, and cultural explorers, and wellness seekers. With more than 200 km of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled islands, dormant volcanoes, rich nature, and marine habitats, and ancient archaeological sites, the destination will set new standards in sustainable development and further position Saudi Arabia on the global tourism map.
The Red Sea Project's first three luxury resorts have officially opened: The St. Regis Red Sea Resort, Six Senses Southern Dunes, and Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. These resorts set the stage for an unparalleled experience in luxury ecotourism, featuring world-class amenities and a strong focus on sustainability. As part of the larger Red Sea Global initiative, these destinations promise pristine natural beauty, high-end services, and a commitment to environmental preservation.
With all the opulent resorts coming up and the variety and diversity of the project, we can see this area on top of the world's international wedding destinations.
Here's a look at the new properties that are due to open at the Red Sea Project in 2023 - 2024:
Fairmont Red Sea
The resort will be situated next to an 18-hole championship golf course, reflecting the close association between the Fairmont brand and world-class golf offerings. The resort will feature 200 rooms, 7 Food & Beverage outlets, including overwater restaurants to take advantage of the views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, as well as, over 2,000 square meters of meeting and banqueting space, a greenhouse, and a spa center.
Grand Hyatt The Red Sea
The luxury resort hotel will have 430 rooms and is located on Shaura Island. Grand Hyatt The Red Sea will feature a striking architectural “coral bloom” design, a unique concept that resembles a bloom of coral in the sea from above, that will offer a sense of luxury that blends seamlessly with the natural environment. A tasteful mix of suites and large standard rooms will provide guests with a comfortable and upscale place from which to explore the area’s diverse ecosystem and endless attractions.
The world-class food and beverage venues and the wider amenities of the hub island, which will include a marina and an 18-hole championship golf course, will complete the luxury hotel experience within a breathtaking setting.
InterContinental Resort Red Sea
Each of the resort's 210 sea-facing rooms will provide immediate beach access; allowing guests to step out onto the sands of the Red Sea from the terrace. The resort will also feature 7 different gastronomic experiences, sprawling pools, and recreational facilities, a spa, a health club, and meeting and events spaces for leisure and business travelers and groups.
The hotel will offer guests sweeping views of the desert and dramatic mountain landscapes, with unparalleled diversity for discerning global travelers.
Jumeirah Red Sea
Jumeirah Red Sea which will have 170 keys located on Shura Island.
Miraval Red Sea
Miraval is a Hyatt brand and this resort will have 180-rooms and suites including 20 villas. It will be on Shura Island.
It will have a "Life in Balance Spa", which is expected to be the largest within the Red Sea destination at nearly 3,700 square meters and 39 treatment rooms. The resort plans to offer a walking trail system, mangrove boardwalk, outdoor adventures, and several rooms for art, creative expression, music, wellness lectures, and hands-on workshops.
Restaurants will include a central dining room, the signature Life in Balance Culinary Kitchen, and a marketplace offering healthy cuisine.
Raffles Red Sea
Raffles Red Sea promises a nature-focused stay on Shaura Island. With 200 keys in total, the luxury haven will offer a selection of rooms and spacious suites, perfect for couples, friends, and families.
Set in beautifully landscaped gardens, Raffles Red Sea will also have its own beach club and an extensive spa. There will be 6 food and beverage venues at the resort, with more details to come on these soon. Guests will enjoy what Raffles is calling a "hyper-personalized" experience during their stay at the five-star hotel.
Rosewood Red Sea
The development is comprised of a stunning marina offering a yacht club, commercial retail and dining options, as well as an 18-hole championship golf course.
The development will boast 149 guest rooms and suites, alongside elevated dining offerings including 3 restaurants, 2 lounges, a signature Manor Club and a central hub featuring authentic eateries.
SLS Red Sea
The project will bring 150 hotel rooms including 12 suites and 15 villas spanning over 800,000 square feet of single-story accommodation.
The property will feature expansive one, two, three, and four-bedroom Pool Villas each with ample space and the privacy afforded by one's own private swimming pool.
It is set to open in 2024.
The Red Sea EDITION
Located on the Red Sea Project's main island, Shaura, The Red Sea EDITION is slated to open in 2023 with 240 guestrooms, including one, two and three-bedroom suites. The property is set to reflect the best of its location's cultural and social milieu and of the time.
The hotel plans to offer 2 signature restaurants, a destination bar, beach bar, fitness center, swimming pool, and spa.
