W Riyadh will bring a luxe lifestyle hotel to KAFD

The hotel will include 210 rooms and seven restaurants.

W Hotels can be found across the world, from Abu Dhabi to London. Now, the hospitality brand is coming to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Scheduled to open in 2025, W Riyadh aims to be an urban escape in the capital. 

W Riyadh will span 210 rooms and suites, seven restaurants, shops and an events space. The hotel will include the brand’s signature spaces, including the AWAY Spa,  FIT fitness centre, Living Room, WET Deck and the Whatever/Whenever service. Plus, like other W Hotels around the world, it will boast a bold design.

Chadi Hauch, Regional Vice President of Lodging Development, Middle East, Marriott International, explained: “In line with the strategic framework of Vision 2030, Riyadh is fast becoming a key regional metropolis attracting global leisure and business travellers alike. This monumental signing underscores the increased demand for distinctive luxury brands in the capital and we look forward to working with KAFD DMC to bring the W Hotels vision for innovation, creativity, design, and exploration to the city.”

Gautam Sashittal, CEO, of KAFD DMC, added: “The Kingdom has surpassed Vision 2030 tourism expectations seven years ahead of schedule which sets the stage for future growth. Our collaboration with Marriott International marks a pivotal milestone in our ongoing expansion efforts. W Riyadh is an exciting addition to the company’s hospitality offerings and will help position KAFD as a lifestyle destination of choice. The project also aims to set new benchmarks in luxury living and hospitality experiences and will help accommodate the high influx of travellers into the capital.” 

W Riyadh is expected to welcome guests in 2025.

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GO: Visit https://w-hotels.marriott.com for more information.