Rosewood Signs Second Hotel in Saudi Arabia

(07 Dec 2021)  Rosewood has signed a new-build hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Scheduled to open in 2025, the Rosewood Riyadh will be located within Diriyah Gate, a mixed-use development adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif.

The hotel will be the brand’s second property in Saudi Arabia, joining the Rosewood Jeddah which opened in 2007.

Jacuzzi in the Royal Suite of the Rosewood Jeddah

“We are thrilled to further our presence in the Middle East with an opening in Riyadh, a historic trade hub and exemplar of 21st century vision, that is now a major destination for international business and cultural exploration,” said Sonia Cheng, chief executive officer of Rosewood Hotel Group. “The Diriyah Gate development is bringing the destination to an expanded international audience of discerning travelers and we’re excited to be a part of the city’s continued evolution and commitment to redeveloping heritage areas for future generations.”

In addition to the Rosewood hotel, the Diriyah Gate will feature a culinary center, cinema, art academy and more. All buildings will showcase their own interpretations of the destination’s iconic Najdi style. By honoring this traditional architectural typology while incorporating modern principles of New Urbanism, the development aims to revitalize the area for locals and tourists alike while protecting its history.

The hotel itself will occupy a standalone building with 202 guestrooms and suites as well as 48 Wadi Suites ranging from one to three bedrooms.

Facilities will include four restaurants and bars, a spa, fitness center, children’s club and a variety of meetings and events spaces.