Driven by record demand, enhanced air connectivity and the introduction of the country’s major gigaprojects, Saudi Arabia is quickly extending its hotel portfolio.
With roughly 320,000 hotel rooms being created in the next several years, many accommodations are in the premium sectors, run by the world’s finest hospitality companies.From royal castles to eco-resorts, modern elegance to haute heritage, Connecting Travel rounds up 15 luxury hotel openings coming to the kingdom in 2026.
1. The Red Palace
The ancient Red Palace in old Riyadh, previously the palace of King Saud bin Abdulaziz, is being renovated into a premium boutique hotel by the Boutique Group and is slated to open in 2026. In addition to five upscale dining options and 70 rooms and suites with butler service, it will provide luxurious, immersive hospitality while honoring Saudi culture and tradition. This will be the first of the group’s three palaces to be turned into hotels.the-red-palace
2. Hyatt Place AlUla
AlUla, which is home to historic Nabatean rock formations, old homes, desert canyons, cultural towns, and Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first Unesco World cultural Site, will host Hyatt’s first branded hotel. In addition to having 215 rooms, two restaurants, a pool, a fitness center, and a conference room, the hotel will provide World of Hyatt members with perks including late checkout and upgraded accommodations.hyatt.com/Saudi
3. Four Seasons Madinah
Located in the heart of Madinah, just steps from the Prophet’s Mosque, Four Seasons will offer 246 rooms and suites to the city. Elements from the mosque will be incorporated into the hotel’s architecture, and there will be different restaurant and bar ideas, huge event spaces, a fitness facility and a spa.four-seasons-in-madinah
4. Raffles Jeddah
Opening in a prime position overlooking the Jeddah Corniche and the Red Sea, Raffles Jeddah represents the second branded opening for the brand in the country and the fifth in the GCC. With design that embodies Hejazi culture, art and craftsmanship, the hotel will offer 142 rooms and 40 suites to the city, including a three-bedroom family suite and two presidential suites, as well as three restaurants and bars and a spa. raffles.com/jeddah
5. Basiqat by Mantis
Following the premiere of Mantis Bahrain in 2025, Accor will extend its Mantis eco-luxury brand in Saudi with the opening of Basiqat by Mantis, slated to open in late 2026 in Al Uyaynah, roughly 40 minutes from Riyadh. With 90 suites, 66 villas, 10 Zad Palace Suites, and 52 desert tents for immersive, sustainable stays, the resort will blend “luxury with cultural immersion” and showcase Saudi Arabia’s natural landscapes and legacy over two locations.mantiscollection.com
6. Jabal Omar Sofitel Makkah
Set inside the Jabal Omar master complex, Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah will become the world’s biggest Sofitel when it opens in 2026, roughly twice the size of the present greatest Sofitel in Cairo. The complex will have 1,141 rooms and apartments over two buildings, only steps from Al Masjid Al Haram. Facilities will feature six eating places, conference rooms and various fitness centers, with health at the core of the visitor experience.Address-jabal-omar-makkah
7. Mondrian Riyadh
Ennismore’s first Mondrian resort in Saudi Arabia is slated to open in 2026. The LEED-certified hotel, designed by interior architect Tristan Di Plessis, will have 200 keys, comprising 130 rooms and suites and a variety of serviced apartments with one to three bedrooms. It is situated in Al Malga Urban Village in the northern section of Riyadh. In addition to event and wellness areas, guests may anticipate three restaurants and lounges.mondrian-riyadh
8. Conrad Riyadh Laysen Valley
Hilton’s second Conrad resort in Riyadh will have 185 rooms and suites inside one of the city’s most renowned high-end, mixed-use complexes near the Diplomatic Quarter. Designed to replicate the brand’s unique design, the hotel will blend dramatic architecture, modern art and bespoke guest experiences, with amenities including premium dining, an executive lounge and a spa. This will be accompanied by a Conrad hotel in The Avenues – Riyadh, which is planned to follow in 2027.Conrad-hotels
9. Faena The Red Sea
US luxury lifestyle company Faena will bring its distinctive combination of hospitality, wellness and art to The Red Sea with a 150-key resort on Shura Island. Comprising suites and villas, each with an own pool and ocean views, the hotel will offer six restaurants headed by recognized chefs, a holistic healing center and a South American-inspired spa. Guests may also enjoy The Living Room nightlife experience, musical concerts and a selected series of art exhibitions. faena.com
10. SO/ Jeddah
Ennismore’s design-led brand SO follows on a recent Ras Al Khaimah debut with this hotel and residences with 147 keys, comprising 40 hotel rooms, 77 one-bedroom flats, 19 two-bedroom apartments and 11 three-bedroom apartments, suitable for prolonged visits. Stylish eating ideas like the Ninive concept and the main restaurant Filia will be part of the modern complex. Additionally, the hotel will have wellness amenities and more than 3500 square meters of adaptable event space. so-hotels.com
11. W Riyadh
Marriott International will open W Riyadh-KAFD in Q1, marking W Hotels’ debut in Saudi Arabia its ninth property in the GCC region. Opening in the King Abdullah Financial District (joining the Kimpton that opened in 2025), this W will contain 210 rooms and suites, seven restaurants and a spa. The facility is set to highlight the brand’s characteristic bold design with unique cuisine ideas and year-round lifestyle programming. w-hotels.com
12. Grand Hyatt The Red Sea
With 430 rooms and suites, the Grand Hyatt The Red Sea, the first of eight buildings to open at The Red Sea destination, will be the biggest of Shura Island’s eleven hotels. The resort’s eye-catching “coral bloom” design was created by Foster + Partners and was influenced by the hues and shapes of the nearby reefs. Dining outlets cover world cuisines, while guests also have access to Shura Island’s larger facilities, including a marina and the 18-hole championship Shura Links golf course.grand-hyatt-the-red-sea
13. The Hyatt Miraval The Red Sea
At The Red Sea, Hyatt’s Miraval brand will launch internationally with an adult-only health resort focused on balance and mindfulness. With direct access to the beach and mangroves, the resort will include 180 villas with one to four bedrooms. Anchoring the hotel is the Life in Balance Spa – the biggest at The Red Sea – featuring 39 treatment rooms, a mangrove boardwalk, walking paths and wellness programs inspired by Middle Eastern traditions and ingredients.hyatt.com/miraval-the-red-sea
14. Fairmont The Red Sea
Located alongside the 18-hole Shura Links golf course, this Accor-managed resort will feature 193 accommodations and six eating locations, including an overwater restaurant overlooking the Red Sea and neighboring mangroves. Facilities will include a spa, kids club and adolescents center. The property will join planned Fairmont launches in Al Khobar and Madinah, strengthening the brand’s Saudi portfolio alongside its hotel and apartments in Riyadh and property in Makkah. fairmont.com
15. Jumeirah The Red Sea
Set among the beautiful sceneries of Shura Island, the resort will comprise 79 rooms, 48 suites and 32 private beachfront villas, each intended to integrate contemporary luxury with the surrounding nature. Guests may enjoy hallmark Jumeirah experiences, including gourmet dining, family-friendly facilities and the Talise Spa, providing holistic therapies inspired by the island’s coastal location. Following the launch of Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah, the property represents Jumeirah’s ongoing growth in Saudi Arabia.jumeirah-the-red-sea
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