Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement with Sela Company to develop two new luxury hotels in Saudi Arabia. Slated to open in 2022, The St. Regis Riyadh will be located at the entrance of the Diplomatic Quarter, close to the city’s embassies and central business district. Also expected to open in 2022, The Jeddah EDITION will be situated on the corniche of Jeddah and close to the new Jeddah Corniche Circuit.

“The St. Regis Riyadh will be part of the ‘Via Riyadh’ which will be an ultra-luxurious zone of the Riyadh Season, the six-month event that celebrates the city and its culture,” Sela’s managing director, Dr. Rakan Al-Harthy, said.

“While The Jeddah Edition will be perfectly located in the Jeddah Yacht Club and Marina, Jeddah’s most anticipated destination and will be part of the city’s vibrant celebrations and events during Jeddah Season,” he added.The signings show the growth of the tourism sector in the Kingdom, Chief Development Officer at Marriott International, Jerome Briet, said.