The developments will operate under four Marriott
brands, including JW Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton, Element Hotels and
the debut of Four
Points Flex by Sheraton in Saudi Arabia. The projects
reflect growing demand for accommodation in key religious and commercial
destinations.
Dr. Abdulrazzaq BinDawood,
Chairman of Al Qimmah Hospitality, said: “We are proud to strengthen our collaboration with Marriott
International through the addition of these five projects to our portfolio. Our
continued investments in the Kingdom’s hospitality sector reflect our
confidence in Saudi Arabia’s position as a leading tourism destination. These
new hotels respond to the growing demand for accommodation and underscore our
ongoing commitment to enhancing travel experiences for local, regional, and
international travelers, further solidifying the Kingdom’s standing as a global
tourism hub.”
Karim Cheltout, Senior Vice President – Development, Middle East
& Africa at Marriott International, added: “We look forward to building on our relationship with Al Qimmah
Hospitality and BinDawood Investment and supporting Saudi Arabia’s ambitious
tourism vision by delivering world-class hospitality experiences that celebrate
the country’s rich culture and dynamic growth. While we continue to see
opportunities to diversify our footprint across all segments, the signing of
our first Four Points Flex by Sheraton marks an exciting milestone, and we see
strong potential to further grow our midscale brands across the Kingdom.”
Marriott International recently reached a milestone of
100 combined open and pipeline hotels in Saudi Arabia. The company has operated
in the Kingdom for more than four decades and currently has 44 properties with
over 11,000 rooms across 13 brands.
Among the projects included in the agreement is JW
Marriott Jeddah, The Apartments, located on Jeddah Corniche
Road. The development is expected to feature 356 studios and one-, two- and
three-bedroom apartments with separate living areas and fully equipped
kitchens. Facilities are planned to include multiple dining venues, a fitness centre,
swimming pool, children’s club and an executive boardroom. The property will be
adjacent to the JW Marriott Hotel Jeddah announced in 2024.
Four Points by
Sheraton Shesha, Makkah is
slated to offer 1,030 rooms near the Masjid Al Haram, while Four
Points by Sheraton Madinah King Fahd Road is expected to
provide 800 rooms close to Masjid Al Nabawi. Both hotels are planned to include
dining options, meeting facilities, fitness centres, a Grab n’ Go concept and
the brand’s signature Nitro Brews programme.
Element Madinah
Sultana Road is designed to
serve both short- and long-term stays, with plans for 136 studios and
apartments featuring in-room kitchens and spa-inspired bathrooms. Anticipated
amenities include the Motion Fitness Centre, complimentary Rise breakfast and
Restore Grab & Go offerings.
Four Points Flex by
Sheraton Madinah Hijrah Road is
expected to mark Marriott’s entry into the midscale segment in Saudi Arabia.
The 450-room hotel will be located in Madinah’s Al Amariyah district, offering
convenient access to the Prophet’s Mosque and focusing on a streamlined guest
experience.
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