Marriott Signs Two Hotels in Saudi Arabia

(07 Dec 2021)  Marriott has signed an agreement with Sela Sport Company to develop two new hotels in Saudi Arabia.

The St. Regis Riyadh will be located at the entrance of the Diplomatic Quarter, close to the city’s embassies and central business district, while the Jeddah Edition will be situated on the corniche of Jeddah and close to the new Jeddah Corniche Circuit.

Both hotels are scheduled to open in 2022.

“We are thrilled to work with Sela Sport Company to bring these exciting new projects to Riyadh and Jeddah,” said Jerome Briet, Chief Development Officer, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International. “These signings showcase both the growth of the tourism sector in Saudi Arabia and the strong interest in our portfolio of sought-after luxury brands.”

The St. Regis Riyadh is scheduled to open in 2022.

The St. Regis Riyadh is expected to feature 83 guestrooms including 23 suites, along with two signature restaurants, an outdoor pool, fitness center and spa.

The property will be a key part of ‘Via Riyadh’, a luxury mixed-use development with retail and entertainment outlets, located in the main zone of the Riyadh Season.

The Jeddah Edition will be located in the new Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina on the edge of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit.

The hotel will have 63 guestrooms, a signature restaurant, lounge bar, rooftop bar, penthouse terrace, spa and fitness center, as well as an indoor and outdoor pool.

“We are honored to sign an agreement with Marriott International to open The St. Regis Riyadh and The Jeddah Edition,” said Dr. Rakan Al-Harthy, Managing Director, Sela Sport Company. “The St. Regis Riyadh will be part of the ‘Via Riyadh’ which will be an ultra-luxurious zone of the Riyadh Season 2021, the six-month event that celebrates the city and its culture. While The Jeddah Edition will be perfectly located in the Jeddah Yacht Club and Marina, Jeddah’s most anticipated destination and will be part of the city’s vibrant celebrations and events during Jeddah Season.”

Marriott currently has a portfolio of over 30 properties with more than 9,000 rooms across ten of its brands in Saudi Arabia.