Radisson Hotel Group Signs Its First Hotel In Abha, Saudi Arabia

Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Radisson Blu Hotel, Abha, marking its entry into the Saudi Arabian city. The new-build property will offer 123 rooms, including 14 suites, alongside dining, meeting and leisure facilities, with an opening scheduled for the third quarter of 2029.

The signing extends the Group’s footprint in Saudi Arabia and creates a presence in a new destination within its growing portfolio. Radisson Blu Hotel, Abha will cater to leisure and business travellers, with facilities designed for both overnight stays and local dining, meetings and events.

Located in the Alarin district, the hotel will be approximately seven kilometres from Abha International Airport and 13 kilometres from Abha city centre. Its location will benefit from improved connectivity through the airport’s expansion and the Abha Airport Dual Road Project. The property will also be close to The Point, a mixed-use development encompassing retail, entertainment and hospitality.

Ahmed Abdullah Al Salamah, Chairman of Ahmed Abdullah Al Salamah Real Estate Development & Investment Group, commented:

“Our partnership with Radisson Hotel Group to develop Radisson BluHotel, Abha reflects our confidence in Aseer’s tourism potential. Together, Ahmed Abdullah Al Salamah Real Estate Development & Investment Group and Al Fahd Trading, Industry and Contracting Company aim to create a hotel that combines international hospitality standards with the region’s distinctive character. We look forward to building on this relationship through further investments that support Saudi Vision 2030 and create long-term value.”

Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer, Middle East, Northeast Africa, Greece & Cyprus, Radisson Hotel Group, said: “Our first signing in Abha marks an important step in expanding Radisson Hotel Group’s presence across Saudi Arabia, particularly secondary cities. We see opportunities to introduce our brands to more destinations across the Kingdom, working with owners to develop hotels that respond to local demand and evolving traveller expectations. The hotel will be a landmark addition to the city by establishing a strong foundation for our presence in the beautiful Aseer region of the Kingdom. I personally thank Ahmed Al Salamah for his trust and for this expanding partnership.”

The hotel’s dining offering will include a restaurant, café and pool juice bar. Meeting and event spaces will accommodate business gatherings and social occasions, while a gym, salon and swimming pool will complete the guest experience.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Abha will introduce the brand’s signature service and contemporary hospitality to the city, supporting Radisson Hotel Group’s continued expansion across Saudi Arabia.

With 50 hotels open and under development across the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia is now one of the Group’s top five global markets and one of its largest development opportunities in the Middle East. The Group aims to reach 100 hotels in operation and under development in the Kingdom by 2030.