LONDON: Hilton has signed a deal to operate four hotels at a $3.4 billion mixed-used project in Riyadh, it emerged on Tuesday.
The US hospitality giant signed a deal with the Saudi-Kuwaiti Shomoul Holding Company to develop and operate the hotels at The Avenues — Riyadh mixed-use development.
The hotels comprise the Waldorf Astoria, Conrad and Hilton Garden Inn brands, as well as the Middle East’s first Canopy by Hilton hotel, the parties said in a statement.
The four hotels will have a total of 1,400 rooms between them, according to the statement.
“The Avenues — Riyadh is an incredible opportunity for Hilton to bring four of our industry-leading brands to one development project for the very first time,” said Chris Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton. “We look forward to doing our part to contribute to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s vision for tourism.”
The Avenues project, valued at $3.4 billion, will be one of the world’s largest malls, with more than 1,300 stores, and five towers consisting of hotels, conference halls, apartments, offices and medical facilities. The project, due for completion in 2023, is set to create approximately 40,000 jobs.
Hilton inks deal to run four hotels at Riyadh project
Hilton inks deal to run four hotels at Riyadh project
- The US hospitality giant signed a deal with the Saudi-Kuwaiti Shomoul Holding Company to develop and operate the hotels at The Avenue
- The hotels comprise the Waldorf Astoria, Conrad and Hilton Garden Inn brands, as well as the Middle East’s first Canopy by Hilton hotel
Stc partners with Qiddiya as Six Flags official connectivity provider
RIYADH: Saudi stc Group has announced its partnership with Qiddiya as the official connectivity partner for the Six Flags theme park, providing telecom services, smart city solutions, and an integrated digital infrastructure in line with global standards, coinciding with the park’s official opening.
Under the partnership, stc will deliver an advanced digital ecosystem to enhance visitors’ experiences at Qiddiya, offering high-performance connectivity and smart technologies to facilitate entry and manage visitor flow within the park, ensuring a seamless and safe experience.
The collaboration reflects stc’s commitment to providing advanced digital infrastructure that supports Qiddiya’s ambitions and elevates the visitor experience.
By leveraging smart connectivity, smart city technologies, and innovative payment solutions, stc aims to deliver an integrated and streamlined experience across the destination.
The initiative also highlights stc’s role in supporting the tourism and entertainment sectors with world-class digital infrastructure that aligns with Saudi Arabia’s vision and future goals.
