Marriott International has signed an agreement with Al Saedan Group to open three hotels across Saudi Arabia.
The multi-project agreement will include the country’s first Renaissance Hotel, the world’s largest Aloft Hotel and a Courtyard by Marriott in the Holy City of Makkah. All three properties are expected to be opened by 2025.
The Renaissance Riydah Hotel will be situated in the business hub of the King Abdullah Financial District. Expected to boast 266 suites, three food and beverage outlets and leisure facilities including a spa, pool and fitness centre, the hotel will introduce the brands’ unique positioning connecting travellers with the local neighbourhood. Aloft Makkah Taysir will be situated in the Holy City of Makkah and is expected to become the brand’s largest hotel in the world with plans for 1,000 guest rooms. The Courtyard by Marriott Makkah Kudai has plans for 438 spacious guest rooms, is signature Grab n Go market and a fitness centre. The hotel will be situated just 2 kilometres from the Grand Mosque entrance.
Satya Anand, President for Europe, Middle East & Africa, commented: “We are pleased to build on our fantastic relationship with Al Saedan Group and further expand our portfolio across Saudi Arabia with these milestone signings. These agreements underscore Marriott International’s commitment to supporting the growth of the kingdom’s tourism sector and reinforces the continued demand we are seeing for our portfolio of brands across the country.”
