Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Global has officially announced the opening of AMAALA, the global destination for luxury and wellness on the northwestern coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during the inaugural TOURISE summit. AMAALA is preparing to welcome its first guests in the coming period.
Red Sea Global explained that AMAALA is a destination that blends luxury with a connection to nature, overlooking the mountains of the Tabuk region and the Red Sea coast, offering an integrated experience that combines tranquil relaxation with refined adventure. With this opening, Red Sea Global reaffirms its leadership in creating exceptional destinations that contribute to diversifying the national economy and cement Saudi Arabia's position as a rising global power in luxury tourism.
For his part, John Pagano, CEO of Red Sea Global, said: "The name AMAALA is derived from the Arabic word 'amal' (hope), and this destination embodies the spirit of hope for living a healthy and prosperous life. The new destination offers a new coastal lifestyle in Saudi Arabia, inviting guests to discover the true meaning of living longer and better, whether through tranquil relaxation or exciting adventures between sun and sea. Drawing on the Kingdom's long-standing traditions of rest, renewal and connection, AMAALA is the world's new home of wellness."
In its first phase, AMAALA shines with 6 world-class resorts, a yacht club and a world-class marine life center, with a 5 km promenade connecting them through captivating landscapes, including:
Equinox Resort & Residences AMAALA, which features 128 rooms and 21 residences and serves as a destination for advanced wellness, with experiences including a spa grotto and magnesium pools.
Four Seasons Resort & Residences AMAALA, which offers 202 luxury accommodation units and 25 residences, with private beaches and an extensive kids' center.
Nammos Resort & Residences AMAALA, which pulses with a unique social spirit across 110 rooms, 20 apartments and a collection of exceptional restaurants.
Rosewood AMAALA, which has 110 rooms and suites, with experiences tailored to families and couples, through the Asaya Spa inspired by ancient healing traditions.
Six Senses AMAALA, with 100 hotel units, distinguished by bio-regeneration and advanced fitness and detox programs.
AMAALA Yacht Club, a beacon of marine luxury, which is preparing to host the Grand Finale of The Ocean Race 2027 and is home to a specialized sailing academy in cooperation with the Yacht Club de Monaco.
Coralium, the marine life center, an architectural and scientific masterpiece spanning 3 levels, offering its visitors an amazing exploratory experience in the depths of the Red Sea.
Red Sea Global revealed that investment in the AMAALA project amounts to SAR 51.04 billion for the development of the first phase, which upon completion will reach 9 resorts with around 1,600 hotel and residential units. This massive development is a key pillar in achieving the targets of Saudi Vision 2030, which aspires to diversify the national economy and strengthen the Kingdom's position on the global tourism map. But the most valuable investment lies in AMAALA's deep commitment to nature, as it aims to achieve a 30% net positive environmental benefit by 2040.
AMAALA breathes clean air thanks to its full, 100% reliance on renewable energy, which prevents massive carbon emissions of up to 350,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent annually. To preserve its pristine environment, the destination will receive a maximum of 500,000 visitors per year.
AMAALA has become easily accessible via Red Sea International Airport, which receives direct flights from Doha, Dubai, Jeddah and Riyadh, with plans to connect it to Europe soon. Al Wajh Airport, currently being developed by Red Sea Global, will also reopen in 2026 to support connectivity to the coastal tourist destination.
It is worth noting that Red Sea Global www.redseaglobal.com is a vertically integrated real estate development company with a diverse portfolio spanning tourism, residential, experiences, infrastructure, transport, healthcare and services. This portfolio includes luxury tourist destinations based on regenerative tourism, such as The Red Sea project, which began welcoming guests in 2023, and AMAALA, expected to welcome its first guests in 2025, while the third destination, Thuwal Private Resort, opened in 2024. The company's efforts are not limited to developing tourist destinations; it has also been entrusted with the renovation of Al Wajh Airport, which focuses on modernizing the airport building and existing infrastructure and building a new international terminal.
Red Sea Global, one of the companies of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, is a key pillar of the Kingdom's vision to diversify its economy. Through its growing portfolio of destinations, subsidiaries and businesses, Red Sea Global seeks to lead the world toward a more sustainable future, demonstrating how responsible development can strengthen communities, drive responsible development forward and improve the environment.
