The three properties, Hotel Indigo Jeddah Gate, InterContinental Al Khobar Al Hamra and voco Al Khobar Al Andalus, are slated to open between 2028 and 2030
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), a leading hospitality company, has announced the signing of three new hotels in Saudi Arabia in partnership with Ashaad, a Saudi real estate developer, during the Future Hospitality Summit Riyadh 2025.
In a press statement, the hospitality company says that the agreement marks a significant step in ongoing commitment of IHG to support the tourism ambitions and the broader objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
The statement adds that the three properties, Hotel Indigo Jeddah Gate, InterContinental Al Khobar Al Hamra and voco Al Khobar Al Andalus, are slated to open between 2028 and 2030, collectively adding over 1,700 rooms to expanding portfolio of IHG in the Saudi Arabia.
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“We mark a significant milestone in our journey in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the signing of three new hotels in partnership with Ashaad. With over 1,700 rooms across Jeddah and Al Khobar, this latest expansion strengthens our commitment to the Kingdom’s ambitious tourism plans under the Vision 2030. Our premium, lifestyle and luxury portfolio has grown significantly in recent years, and the signing of three new hotels alongside Ashaad will support the growth we are witnessing in the Kingdom. The three brands we are signing today are going to offer new and compelling luxury and premium hospitality experiences to cater to the needs of most discerning of travellers across Jeddah and Al Khobar,” says Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts, India, Middle East & Africa.
The hospitality company says that each hotel will operate under management agreements of IHG, further strengthening the group’s presence in key Saudi cities.
The statement adds that InterContinental Al Khobar Al Hamra, a 326-key luxury hotel adjacent to the upscale Al Shubaily Grand Mall, aims to cater to both business and leisure travellers in the dynamic eastern province.
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Additionally, Voco Al Khobar Al Andalus, featuring 717 rooms, will bring Voco’s distinctive character and premium hospitality to the heart of Al Khobar and with its proximity to attractions such as the Corniche, the hotel is designed to serve the city’s growing business and leisure market.
The statement adds that Hotel Indigo Jeddah Gate, with 700 rooms, will be part of a vibrant mixed-use development in southern Jeddah, close to the historic Al Balad District and Jeddah Central Development.
“In line with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030 and its ongoing economic transformation, which is positioning the Kingdom among the world’s leading destinations, Ashaad Company is proud to contribute to this dynamic developmental journey. We are pleased to announce a strategic partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce three distinguished hotel brands across the western and eastern regions of the Kingdom. This milestone represents a significant advancement in our ongoing efforts to deliver world-class hospitality projects that meet and exceed international standards. This collaboration underscores our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional hotel experiences that strengthen the Kingdom’s standing as a premier global tourism destination, catering to both domestic and international guests. At Ashaad, we are honoured to support the growth of the hospitality sector in alignment with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, through innovative and outstanding projects that reflect the evolving aspirations of the market,” says Ali bin Mohammed Al Ali, Chairman of Ashaad Company.
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