Hyatt opens third Saudi hotel in Riyadh

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of its third hotel in Saudi Arabia.

The 28-floor property, developed by Mohammed A. Al-Swailem Co. for Commercial Investment, is located within the Olaya financial area near King Abdullah Financial District.

It includes 221 guest rooms and 40 suites with a contemporary mashrabiya motif.

There is also a club floor offering complimentary internet access, breakfast, afternoon tea and other benefits.

Food and beverage outlets include the American-inspired Fifty Sixth Avenue Diner and Aegean themed Azure.

There is also a ballroom and eight other event venues spread across 10,700 square feet. , as well as spa facilities, an indoor swimming pool, and kids club.

“We are confident that the globally recognized Hyatt Regency brand will resonate with business and leisure travelers visiting Riyadh,” said Peter Fulton, group president – Europe, Africa and Middle East, Hyatt. “Along with Mohammed A. Al-Swailem Co. for Commercial Investment, we look forward to expanding Hyatt’s brand presence throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”

The company also operates a Park Hyatt property in Jeddah and a Hyatt Regenecy in Makkah.