Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA), the developers of the Diriyah master plan and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, one of the world’s leading luxury hospitality companies, have partnered to launch Four Seasons Hotel Diriyah in Saudi Arabia.
Diriyah is a 300-year old site located just outside of the kingdom’s capital city, Riyadh, and is considered the birthplace of Saudi Arabia.
The new Four Seasons Hotel Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, will include approximately 150 rooms and suites, and other amenities, such as expansive meeting and event spaces, a wellness spa with seven treatment rooms and a fitness centre, as well as two outdoor pools with private cabanas, DGDA said in a statement.
The hotel will also offer four culinary outlets, including a poolside restaurant and a sunset lounge. Inspired by local tradition, the hotel design will have a unique aesthetic developed by leading design architects, Aedas and Elastik interior designers, DGDA added.
Additionally, the hotel will be located in an area home to theUNESCO heritage site – At-Turaif, and the lush palm groves of Wadi Hanifah.
DGDA’s Diriyah project
The location also includes the Diriyah gigaproject that pays homage to the history of Saudi Arabia, the statement added. It confirmed that the Diriyah development would become one of the Middle East’s most walkable, pedestrianised cities and, upon completion, will be the world’s largest cultural and heritage site.
The development is a crucial driver of the Kingdom’s Saudi Vision 2030, according to the DGDA.
Commenting on the partnership, Jerry Inzerillo, group CEO of DGDA commented: “Renowned for their unforgettable guest experiences, Four Seasons is working alongside DGDA to elevate what travellers can experience within Diriyah, showcasing their timeless approach to hospitality whilst staying true to Diriyah’s rich cultural past.”
He added that it is a delight to be partnering with Four Seasons and that DGDA is excited to share further developments on this project in the coming months.
Meanwhile, Bart Carnahan, president, Global Business Development and Portfolio Management, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, said: “Diriyah is an exceptional project that speaks to the tremendous growth and economic development in the region while remaining deeply rooted in the destination’s historical and cultural past.”
He added: “Saudi Arabia is an important growth market for Four Seasons, and we are proud to be part of Diriyah’s exciting future. We look forward to partnering with DGDA to bring the Four Seasons luxury experience to life within this iconic, landmark development.”
Four Seasons Hotel Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, is a short drive from the existing Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre and will join Four Seasons’ growing portfolio of properties in the Middle East.
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