Saudi Arabia: Hotel chain Hilton has signed a management agreement to launch the first DoubleTree property in Jeddah next year.
DoubleTree by Hilton Jeddah Al Andalus Mall is owned by AIAhli REIT Fund, managed by SNB Capital. The property will be a reflagging from Aladalus Mall Hotel, which will be renovated including all guest rooms, restaurants, and leisure facilities.
It will feature 164 guest rooms and serviced apartments, two F&B venues, a gym and an outdoor pool, along with seven meeting and events spaces. The hotel will be connected to the Al Andalaus Mall.
“Saudi Arabia represents a significant opportunity for Hilton to grow its portfolio, and with the announcement of this DoubleTree by Hilton property in an exceptional location, we look forward to further expanding our full service footprint across the country,” said Carlos Khneisser, vice president of development for the Middle East and Africa at Hilton. “Our partnership with SNB Capital reaffirms Hilton’s desire to work with great partners and our strong commitment to the private sector.”
Hilton currently operates 16 hotels in Saudi Arabia and has another 51 under development. The company plans to expand its operations to more than 75 properties in the coming years, including the introduction of new brands such as Embassy Suites.
