Marriott International, Inc. and King Abdullah Financial District Development & Management Company (KAFD DMC) have signed an agreement to open a new W Hotels property within the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Riyadh's premier business and lifestyle destination. . A 20-minute drive from King Khaled International Airport, KAFD is the world's largest LEED-certified mixed-use business destination, encompassing 1.6 million square meters of office space, luxury residences and hotels, retail stores and cultural and entertainment venues, designed to transform the way urban communities live, work, learn and play. The development of sustainable design and green operations, as well as smart infrastructure and LEED-certified buildings.
Scheduled to open in 2025, W Riyadh will offer an urban escape within the capital and will bring the brand's bold design, innovative culinary experiences and always-on programming to both local and international visitors, positioning the property as a hospitality icon. in Riyadh.
The property is expected to feature 210 luxury rooms and suites, seven restaurants, retail space and extensive meeting and event facilities. Design plans for the property also include signature brand spaces such as the lounge, WET Deck®, AWAY® spa and FIT® fitness center, and the hotel will provide the brand's iconic Anywhere/Whenever service.
“In line with Vision 2030's strategic framework, Riyadh is rapidly becoming a key regional metropolis attracting both business and leisure travelers globally,” said Chadi Hauch, regional vice president of accommodation development for the Middle East at Marriott International. “This monumental signing underlines the growing demand for distinctive luxury brands in the capital and we look forward to working with KAFD DMC to bring W Hotels’ vision of innovation, creativity, design and exploration to the city.”
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The signing of W Riyadh aligns with KAFD's strategic vision to expand and enrich its dynamic lifestyle destinations, attracting both business and leisure travelers with elevated luxury and hospitality offerings.
“The kingdom has exceeded Vision 2030 tourism expectations seven years ahead of schedule, laying the foundation for future growth. As a key initiative of the Kingdom Vision, and in line with the new national target of 150 million visitors by 2030, KAFD is prepared to stimulate and accommodate these growth plans,” said Gautam Sashittal, CEO of KAFD DMC. “Our collaboration with Marriott International marks a critical milestone in our continued expansion efforts. W Riyadh is an exciting addition to the company's hotel offering and will help position KAFD as a preferred lifestyle destination. “The project also aims to set new benchmarks in luxury living and hospitality experiences and will help accommodate the large influx of travelers to the capital.”
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