Mandarin Oriental, Jeddah, is scheduled to open in 2030 and will include a hotel and branded residences in Jeddah Central. The development will add to the Group’s existing properties in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat and Riyadh.
The property is located on a waterfront site in Jeddah Central, which features a marina, private residences, retail and dining areas, cultural attractions and four landmarks including an opera house, an oceanarium, a sports stadium and a museum. The design firm KPF has been selected as master planner and architect for the project. The property will be developed as a low-density, low-rise complex.
“The hotel and branded residences harmoniously blend locally inspired architectural tradition with a contemporary waterside experience that harnesses the energy of the Marina and calm of the Red Sea,” said Bruce Fisher, principal at KPF.
The hotel will have 140 guestrooms and suites with views of the Red Sea. The development will also include 115 apartments with private dining facilities and 187 branded residences with two-to-four-bedroom units. The residences will have access to amenities including a lounge, entertainment spaces, library, cinema, games room, golf simulator, children’s club, swimming pool and fitness centre.
The property will offer five dining venues, including specialty restaurants featuring Mandarin Oriental gastronomy concepts. Meeting and event spaces will include a ballroom. Leisure and wellness facilities will include The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, with a range of signature wellness, beauty and spa services. A kids club and creche will offer age-specific activities.
“We are delighted to extend our presence in the Middle East by partnering with Jeddah Central Development Company and KPF to bring our award winning brand to the city’s landmark Central Project. KPF’s architectural vision, rooted in sustainability and a deep sense of place, aligns perfectly with Mandarin Oriental’s values of craftsmanship and design excellence. Following the success of Mandarin Oriental, Riyadh, this new development reflects our confidence in Saudi Arabia’s growing appeal as a destination for luxury hospitality and cultural exchange. Mandarin Oriental, Jeddah will create a distinctive lifestyle hub inspired by the city’s culture and heritage, offering immersive experiences in a refined, contemporary setting,” said Laurent Kleitman, group chief executive of Mandarin Oriental.
“We are pleased to partner with Mandarin Oriental to create one of the flagship luxury hotels within Jeddah Central, a destination that reflects our vision to redefine urban living and hospitality on the Red Sea coast. This partnership supports our commitment to positioning Jeddah as a leading global destination for business, leisure, and culture, offering distinctive lifestyle experiences for generations to come,” said Eng. Ahmed Al Sulaim, CEO of Jeddah Central Development Company.
Jeddah receives six million visitors annually and is a major economic, cultural and tourist hub in Saudi Arabia. The city’s location on the Red Sea provides a central point for regional and international commerce.