Six Senses Southern Dunes

Open since: November 2023

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Open for several months now, guests have been enjoying the brand new "Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea". The resort – an architectural homage to the heritage of the Nabataeans – is located in an oasis. The two rows of villas offer breathtaking views of the surrounding dunes. Guests can also enjoy culinary delights in two restaurants, cool off in the pool and relax in the spa.

Six Senses Southern Dunes
The Red Sea Development, Umluj 48321, Saudi Arabia
Tel.: +966 14 514 1414
Web: sixsenses.com
Price: Doubles from approx. €770 per night

The St. Regis Red Sea Resort

Open since: January 2024

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New hotels in Saudi Arabia need not shy away from international comparison. The St. Regis Red Sea Resort, for example, is located on a pristine private island and feels almost like a Maldives resort. Arrival is by chartered boat or seaplane. On the island, 90 spacious villas with an avant-garde aesthetic await directly on the beach. Each of them has a private pool. A spa, gym, outdoor pool and children's club complete the new offering, as do three top restaurants.

The St. Regis Red Sea Resort
Red Sea, Ummahat Island 1 48501, Saudi Arabia
Tel.: +966 14 504 0000
Web: marriott.com

Dar Tantora, Al-Ula

Open since: March 2024

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Al-Ula is one of the newest tourism projects in Saudi Arabia, and already boasts several breathtaking resorts . With the opening of this eco lodge in the middle of the historic old town of Al-Ula, the historic oasis proves that it can also do sustainability in style. Cultural heritage and urban design come together to transport guests back to the 12th century. Don't worry: you don't have to do without modern amenities. The 30 guest rooms in authentic mud-brick houses all have access to a pool, spa, gym, coffee bar and advanced technology.

Dar Tantora
375, Al-Ula 43562, Saudi Arabia
Tel.: +966 53 400 3939
Web: dartantora.co
Price: upon request

Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Opening: 2024

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There are also several new properties in Saudi Arabia that are still in the planning stage. These include the Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve on the Red Sea. It is the brand's first hotel in the Middle East and will welcome its first guests sometime this year. Like the brand's four other reserves, it aims to impress with first-class service, breathtaking nature and local design. Situated on a series of pristine private islands, 63 water and beach villas blend into the natural surroundings. Spacious pools, restaurants, shopping facilities and spa included!

Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Red Sea, Ummahat Islands 2-3 48501, Saudi Arabia
Tel.: +966 2-920011233
Web: ritzcarlton.com
Price: Doubles from approx. €3,000 per night

Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Opening: 2024

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Saudi Arabia is serious about becoming less dependent on oil exports in the future. This is demonstrated by the numerous efforts to develop more and more regions for tourism. Bab Samhan is the first hotel to open this year at Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Modern luxury meets characteristic Najdi architecture. Guests can choose from 106 rooms with their own individual style. And the picturesque Wadi Hanifah and the historic At-Turaif are just outside the door.

Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Phone: +966 92 0021 727
Web: diriyah.sa
Price: upon request