Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the regenerative tourism destinations AMAALA and The Red Sea, recently announced that it signed a strategic agreement with Marriott International to open The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA.
The agreement marks the fourth collaboration between the two entities, 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.
391 rooms with water-facing views
Set to open in 2025, The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA is located on the northernmost point of Triple Bay. It will bring The Ritz-Carlton’s famous service and distinctive design to the destination. The property will feature 391 guest rooms, with a mix of Marina Village, sea, and mountain views. Notably, 80 percent of the guest rooms will offer water-facing views.
“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,” stated John Pagano, group CEO of Red Sea Global.
Property to integrate seamlessly with natural surroundings
The luxury property will overlook a landscape of natural sand dunes, which the developer has carefully preserved. The design of the resort will also integrate seamlessly with the natural surroundings with a facade that maximizes views of the sea from multiple vantage points. The dunes will also serve as a native canopy offering both internal and external shaded spaces for guests to enjoy.
“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,” said Jerome Briet, chief development officer, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International.
Key luxury features
The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA will feature multiple culinary venues, including sunset restaurants overlooking the Red Sea. Plans for lavish leisure amenities also include fitness and recreational centers, a spa, an adult pool, and a family pool. The hotel will also include a rock pool, state-of-the-art ballroom, and meeting spaces.
The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA will also feature an 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 coastline, the resort will also offer extensive fitness, sports, and wellness facilities including outdoor sporting activities.
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AMAALA set to welcome first guests in 2025
Phase one of AMAALA which focuses on the Triple Bay masterplan is well underway, with the first guests of the destination set to arrive in 2025. It will consist of eight resorts offering upwards of 1,400 hotel keys. Once complete, AMAALA will be home to more than 4,000 hotel rooms across 30 hotels. The development will also include 1,200 luxury residential villas, apartments, and estate homes.
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