Red Sea Global and Marriott International unveil The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA
The property is expected to feature 391 guestrooms, with a mix of Marina Village, sea, and mountain views
Red Sea Global (RSG) has announced it has signed an agreement with Marriott International to open The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA. The signing marks the fourth collaboration between the organisations, following the recent openings of The St. Regis Red Sea Resort and Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and the signing of The Red Sea EDITION.
Anticipated to open in 2025, The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA will take shape on the northernmost point of Triple Bay and will bring The Ritz-Carlton’s service and design to the destination. The property is expected to feature 391 guestrooms, with a mix of Marina Village, sea, and mountain views. 80% of the guestrooms are slated to offer water-facing views, said a press release.
“AMAALA continues to set a new standard in the world of wellness travel and luxury coastal lifestyle with the addition of its latest hotel brand, The Ritz-Carlton AMAALA, our largest property at the destination. With spectacular views of the Red Sea, the Marina Village and the Hijaz mountains, guests will enjoy a sense of calm and rejuvenation as they enjoy the hotel’s many facilities,” explained John Pagano, Group CEO of Red Sea Global.
“AMAALA promises to be a one-of-a-kind, holistic wellness destination, and this signing signifies the strong demand for luxury experiences in emerging destinations in Saudi Arabia. We are thrilled to strengthen our relationship with Red Sea Global to bring an unrivaled level of luxury to the north of the Kingdom’s coast,” noted Jerome Briet, Chief Development Officer, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International.
The luxury property will be within a landscape of natural sand dunes, which the developer has carefully preserved. The design of the resort will integrate the natural surroundings with views of the sea from multiple points. The dunes will also serve as a native offering both internal and external shaded spaces for guests to enjoy.
Designed by Foster + Partners, The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA is expected to reflect the local architecture of Al Wajh, the nearby seaside town on the Red Sea. The design will embody elegance and thoughtfully blend traditional influences, architecture, interior design, and craftsmanship.
The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA will feature multiple culinary venues, including sunset restaurants overlooking the Red Sea. Amenities will include fitness and recreational centres, spa, an adult pool, a family pool, a rock pool, state-of-the-art ballroom and meeting spaces and expansive event space that could fit up to 1,500 guests ideal for weddings, conferences and corporate banquets. With direct access to the beachfront and a swimmable coastline, the resort will also offer facilities including outdoor sporting activities, the statement noted.
