Signing an agreement with Knowledge Economic City (KEC), the worldwide hotel behemoth will be developing the new buildings within the Holy City, therefore providing more than 1,200 hotel rooms.

Comprising three of Marriott's well-known brands Residence Inn by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton, and Courtyard by Marriott these hotels will be part of KEC's ambitious master-development project, In line with Saudi Arabia 's Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy and assist the travel and hotel sectors, the new hotels strive to meet the increasing demand for excellent lodging in Madinah.

Emphasizing the need of offering premium lodging to improve guest experiences in Madinah, Amin Shaker, Chairman of KEC, expressed delight about the cooperation with Marriott. He underlined that this cooperation will establish new standards for city hospitality and help the nation to continue its development under Vision 2030.

Noting the great need for first-rate hotel accommodations in the Holy Cities, Jerome Briet, Chief Development Officer for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Marriott International, also spoke on the relevance of the project. Celebrating the cultural and religious legacy of the city, he further said Knowledge Economic City is essential in diversifying Madinah's economy and provides a range of experiences for visitors. The changing tourism scene of the city will include the new hotels right out front.

Each of the three intended Marriott hotels provides a different experience and are meant to appeal to various kinds of visitors:

Expected to include 456 guest rooms, this facility, Courtyard by Marriott Knowledge Economic City, will offer two dining outlets, many conference rooms, a fitness center, and large public areas where guests may relax and mingle.
Set in a laid-back yet chic setting, Four Points by Sheraton Knowledge Economic City will have 558 modern bedrooms, a range of culinary options, meeting spaces, and a fitness facility.

Marriott Knowledge Economic City Residence Inn Providing a more residential feel, this property will have 250 studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments, each with expansive bathrooms and kitchens. It will also feature a gym and a grab-and-go store open around-the-clock.

The hotels will be situated in KEC's Islamic World District, a cultural center with a museum, cultural center, and plaza displaying the variety of Islamic traditions from all around the world. Along with sports, leisure, education, and healthcare services, this area will also house several residential, retail, and commercial projects.

Designed to mix technology, knowledge, and sustainability, KEC's 6.8 million square meter construction spans Furthermore conveniently accessible to visitors, the construction will be directly related to the Haramain Train Station, which links Madinah with Jeddah and Makkah via a high-speed railway.

The CEO of KEC, Mohammad Al Mubarak, underlined that the new hotels would be very important in helping to meet the flood of guests to Madinah, therefore highlighting the city as a major site for both religious and cultural travel. Emphasizing that the inclusion of Courtyard by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton, and Residence Inn by Marriott will greatly improve the hospitality alternatives in the city and give varied choices for all kinds of visitors, he said

These additional doors fit Marriott International's larger plan for increasing its presence in Saudi Arabia. Now running more than 40 locations around the Kingdom, the company has more than 10,000 rooms spread over 13 of its brands. Marriott's dedication to increasing its footprint echoes Saudi Arabia's larger efforts to develop infrastructure, hospitality services, and cultural attractions as part of Vision 2030, as part of the continuous change of the tourism sector of the nation.

Marriott to Open 3 New Hotels in Madinah

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