Marriott and Al Qimmah Join Forces
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Marriott International has signed a deal with Al Qimmah Hospitality Company and Amwaj Real Estate Company, two subsidiaries of BinDawood Trading, to establish a 2,179-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in the Holy City of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Set to open in 2026, the Courtyard by Marriott Makkah Al Naseem will be the brand’s global hotel, offering visitors and pilgrims hospitality, comfort, and convenience.
Dr. Abdul Razzaq BinDawood, Chairman of Al Qimmah commented, “The signing of the agreement reflects the the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 framework which aims to position the country as a global hub for religious and cultural tourism and continues to promote cultured real estate development. We are constructing high-quality towers within the Al Naseem District, as part of our ongoing commitment to serve guests and travelers to the Holy Mosque. This will be one of our largest developments to date and continuation of our strategic collaboration with Marriott International.”
“We are pleased to build on our relationship with Al Qimmah Hospitality and BinDawood Trading with this landmark agreement to open the world’s largest Courtyard by Marriott in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” said Chadi Hauch, Regional Vice President, Lodging Development, Middle East, Marriott International.
“This agreement underscores Marriott International’s commitment to supporting the growth of the Kingdom’s tourism sector and reinforces the continued demand we are seeing for our portfolio of brands in the Holy City of Makkah.”
The Courtyard by Marriott brand has the most significant global footprint among Marriott’s portfolio of over 30 brands. It focuses on thoughtful, sophisticated design elements and amenities, providing travellers with an elevated experience to relax and recharge.
Courtyard by Marriott Makkah Al Naseem will feature 2,179 guestrooms distributed across seven interconnected towers. The hotel plans to have a restaurant accommodating over 1,800 guests, a lobby lounge, and The Market, the brand’s signature Grab n’ Go market. The design will reflect the brand’s enduring, classic aesthetic, offering areas and services.
The Courtyard by Marriott Al Naseem’s signing aligns with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which seeks to establish the nation as a worldwide centre for religious and cultural tourism. As part of this initiative, the Kingdom intends to welcome 30 million religious tourists by 2030.
