Marriott has signed an agreement with NEOM to
open three properties on Sindalah, a luxury island destination
in the Red Sea off the northwest coast of Saudi Arabia.
The multi-property deal includes Saudi Arabia’s
first Autograph Collection hotel, as well as two Luxury Collection
resorts.
“NEOM is one of the most highly-anticipated
developments in the world and we look forward to working with its
team to develop these three exciting properties,” said Jerome
Briet, Chief Development Officer, Europe, Middle East & Africa,
Marriott International. “The Luxury Collection and Autograph
Collection hotels will express their own unique
personality inspired by the exceptional natural landscapes of
NEOM. We continue to see growth opportunities for our brand
portfolio within the destination and Saudi Arabia overall.”
The two Luxury Collection hotels in Sindalah are slated to open in 2024.
A beach
resort will offer a mix of 70 luxury rooms and suites, including
one, two, three and four-bedroom villas all featuring private
pools.
The second project is expected
to be an all-suite property offering 115 one, two and
three-bedroom luxury suites, and will be situated in the heart of
the retail and marina district of Sindalah.
The Autograph
Collection property in Sindalah is also expected to open in 2024
and will have 66 rooms and suites, including one and two-bedroom
villas.
All three hotels will feature multiple F&B outlets
as well as extensive leisure and meeting facilities.
“Marriott offers one of the most
compelling portfolios in the entire industry and enjoys a stellar
reputation in the region,” said Chris Newman, Executive Director,
Hotel Development at NEOM. “We are thrilled by the prospect of
working together and look forward to building a hospitality
experience that captures the spirit of Sindalah’s year-long
appeal, while creating unforgettable memories for our guests.”
Sindalah is the first of a group of islands that
will be developed in NEOM and is set to be among the most alluring
destinations in the Red Sea. Extending over an area of approximately 840,000
sqm, Sindalah will be a new destination for
one-of-a-kind nautical and yachting experiences, located just 17
hours sail from the Mediterranean and featuring an
86-berth marina for yachts up to 75 meters and serviced offshore
buoys for superyachts up to 180 metres. The island will
have over 400 ultra-premium hotel rooms and 300 top-end suites,
a beach club, a glamorous yacht club, and 38 F&B outlets. Sindalah
is expected to welcome guests from early 2024.
