Rezidor to add over 3,000 rooms to its operating portfolio in 2017 in the Middle East

Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel companies worldwide, is participating at the Arabian Travel Market and the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference this week, showcasing a powerful pipeline of 17 hotel openings, including 11 hotels in Saudi Arabia and 5 hotels in UAE for 2017 only.

The 17 hotel openings this year will add over 3,000 rooms to its operating portfolio totalling almost 12,000 rooms in the Middle East and ensuring the Group remains firmly on track to have 100 hotels & 20,000 rooms in operation by 2020 across the region.

“2017 will be a historic year for the Rezidor Hotel Group in the region as we reach a new critical mass and we are soon to double our presence in all key markets. This growth demonstrates the resilience and potential of the region despite current macro-economic challenges and we continue to foresee a positive momentum as we pursue our expansion plans with key regional partners beyond our 2020 target.

We look ahead with great excitement to open the multiple planned hotels this year as we are due to launch flagship properties in different markets which will support growing our regional reputation and we would like to thank our Owners and Partners for their trust in the journey ahead” said Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer.

“With the anticipated openings this year and next year, we are proud to see Rezidor Hotel Group becoming a key regional hotel operator but moreover we are delighted to create significant employment opportunities in key markets such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia where our commitment is here to last and where the growth of local talent is one of our priorities.

Balanced leadership is a business priority for dynamic companies like The Rezidor Hotel Group and we were proud to announce the first local female General Manager appointment in Saudi Arabia. Our group wishes to take a leading role in promoting diversity but also in creating the employment opportunities to nationals as another translation to our regional responsibility and further in alignment with the various government initiatives.” said Mark Willis, Area Vice President, Middle East & Turkey.

Hotel openings in 2017

Opening in the First quarter 2017

Radisson Blu Residence, Dhahran, KSA | 92 serviced apartments | Opened

Located in the Aramco business district, the Radisson Blu Residence, Dhahran lies just across from the Mall of Dhahran, the area’s top shopping destination, and only a kilometer away from the city center. Aramco headquarters and corporate offices for international companies like Scitech are also close at hand.

Opening in the second quarter 2017

Radisson Blu Resort, Al Khobar Half Moon Bay, KSA | 137 rooms
Our resort hotel features 137 rooms, suites, chalets and is set on the western shore of Half Moon Bay, the Radisson Blu Resort and just 50-kilometer drive from Al Khobar, provides an escape from the busy city. With direct beach access, guests can enjoy the sailing, diving and fishing that make Half Moon Bay a popular vacation spot.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah, KSA | 119 rooms
Just 5 kilometers from the city center, the Radisson Blu Hotel in Buraidah provides easy access to the provincial capital. A principle production center of Saudi Arabia, Buraidah is well known for its farms that grow dates, lemons, oranges and grains. Buraidah is the capital of Al Qassim Province and lies near the center of Saudi Arabia, halfway between the Gulf and the Red Sea.

Radisson Blu Hotel. Jeddah Al Salam, KSA | 142 rooms

Located in the Jeddah’s Al Salamah district in Saudi Arabia’s second largest city. The stunning Red Sea coast location provides gorgeous vistas and the hotel is located between the Corniche and the main Madinah Road. The 142 rooms and suites also include spacious rooms and suites which provide optimum comfort for travelers.

Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Al Naseem, KSA | 459 rooms

Park Inn by Radisson, Makkah Al Naseem is our first hotel opening in the Holy City of Makkah. We have an impressive pipeline in Saudi Arabia and this property marks the start of several hotel openings across the Kingdom and the opening of our first pilgrimage hotel for religious travellers. The expansive hotel gives guests modern accommodation about 103 kilometres from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED). The hotel's 459 modern rooms and suites offers guests comfort and convenience near the city centre.

Openings in the third quarter 2017

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront, UAE | 432 rooms

Located in the largest and most impressive waterfront development in the world within Business Bay known as Dubai Water Canal, the new business district of Dubai. All 432 rooms have stunning views of either Burj Khalifa or Dubai Water Canal, with a significant number of rooms with balconies. Family rooms cater for the GCC leisure market while the F&B highlights include “Makar” a Scottish bar and the legendary “Gotha” nightclub from Cannes comes to Dubai.

Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City, UAE | 147 rooms
The hotel, overlooking Dubai Autodrome’s race track, will be a new landmark in Motor City, with specialised LED lights on the building’s finished glass and aluminum-clad facade. The hotel’s public areas will have an eclectic mix of coloured furnishings and accessories, with a contemporary character and touches of automobilism. A vintage Ferrari will suspend from the hotel lobby’s ceiling. The hotel adjoins the First Avenue mall and will have 70 high-street retailers and 15 food and beverage outlets.

Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Apartments Dammam Industrial City, KSA | 302 keys

The Park Inn by Radisson Hotel and Apartments Dammam Industrial City bears the distinction of being the only international 4-star hotel in the heart of the Dammam's industrial zone. Guests can easily reach the city center, 10 kilometers away, and explore the larger Dammam Metropolitan Area. The area is home to leading businesses and corporations, such as the Saudi Aramco oil refinery. It also serves as a major shipping center thanks to the King Abdul Aziz Sea Port.

Park Inn by Radisson Jeddah Madinah Road, KSA | 84 rooms

The opening of the first operational Park Inn by Radisson hotel in Jeddah. The Park Inn by Radisson Madinah Road has a great location on one of the main axes of Jeddah: Madinah Road cuts directly through the city centre and is the sole road connecting the North and South of Jeddah.

Park Inn by Radisson Najran, KSA | 120 rooms

The Park Inn by Radisson is located near the city center and next to the Highway that connects Najran with Makkah (850km) and Madinah (1200km). Najran is home to the Okhdood archeological site, one of the most important monuments in Saudi Arabia. The surrounding area is rich in minerals such as zinc and copper and one of the core non-oil industry destinations in KSA.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Ajman, UAE | 156 rooms

The Radisson Blu Hotel Ajman has a prime location within the city of Ajman and walking distance from Ajman City Centre Mall. Ajman’s proximity to Sharjah and Dubai means the hotel has easy access to two international airports and four ports. The hotel also has over1,300m² meetings & events space.

Openings in the fourth quarter 2017

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, KSA | 115 keys

The Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence will offer an exclusive location, as the only hotel located within the Diplomatic Quarter of Riyadh. The project is specifically designed to allow for short-term hotel stays as well as medium and long-term demand. With this prominent location, the Radisson Blu will serve the diplomats, high net worth individuals and other influential guests visiting the upscale diplomatic quarter of the city.

Nofa Resort | Riyadh, KSA | 57 luxury villas

A luxury private member's club located outside Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. With 57 luxury villas it will be operated as a members-only resort. Adjacent to the unique property is the Nofa Safari Park with an extensive collection of wild and desert animals such as the famous Arabian Oryx. Business and leisure facilities include state-of-the-art meeting rooms, a large entertainment centre, an equestrian centre, a golf resort, a palm and fruit orchard, and a safari zone.

Radisson Blu Residence, Dubai Silicon Oasis | UAE | 196 serviced apartments | Opening Q4 2017

Serviced Apartments located in the free zone of Dubai Silicon Oasis and situated next to the main international company offices. Just 1km from Dubai Academic city with over 30 Universities. The newly announced "Silicon Park" is set to become the first smart city project to take shape at Dubai Silicon Oasis.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Nasr City, Egypt | 298 rooms

The new Radisson Blu Hotel is situated adjacent to Genena Mall, one of Cairo’s leading retail destinations. The hotel is located in Nasr City which is the largest district in Cairo and an area that symbolises Cairo’s new and wealthy suburban culture.

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Jeddah Corniche, KSA |160 rooms

The new hotel has a prime location on Jeddah’s Corniche, overlooking the Red Sea and is only 5km away from King Abdulaziz International Airport. The hotel has 100 stylish guest rooms and 60 serviced apartments and has over 500sqm meeting space, a health club and spa.

Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Aziziyah, KSA | 330 rooms

Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Makkah Aziziyah is situated just 6km east of Makkah’s “Holy Haram” or Grand Mosque. The hotel will provide easy access due to its prime location along Al Masjid Road, an axis in the expanding Aziziyah district. A future metro development is expected to link the area to the Holy Haram. The hotel will have 330 rooms and includes male and female spas and a nursery.

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