Radisson Group Expands in Madinah with Two New Hotels

Madinah Welcomes Two New Radisson Hotels

In a groundbreaking step to enhance Madinah’s hospitality scene, Radisson Hotel Group has unveiled its partnership with Knowledge Economic City (KEC), a leading Master Developer in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration will bring two new Park Inn by Radisson hotels to the city’s centre. Located in the Islamic World District (IWD) within KEC, these hotels will collectively offer 733 accommodations: 587 hotel rooms and 146 serviced apartments. 

This initiative showcases the Radisson Hotel Group and Knowledge Economic City’s commitment to achieving the goals of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 for the tourism industry. It highlights the efforts of both companies to expand and enhance the hospitality infrastructure in Madinah, a city rich in spiritual and cultural significance. The opening of two Park Inn by Radisson properties at IWD, KEC, supports the Kingdom’s strategic objectives to diversify its economy and attract international visitors. This reinforces Madinah’s position as a premier destination for travellers worldwide. 

Radisson Hotel Group is partnering with Knowledge Economic City, a leading master developer in the Kingdom, to help achieve KEC’s vision of providing approximately 10,000 hotel rooms nationwide. This collaboration marks a significant step in enhancing Madinah’s role in the travel and tourism sector, increasing its appeal as a crucial destination in Saudi Arabia and beyond. 

“As we continue to build on last year’s success, this addition to our portfolio in Madinah represents a major step forward in our ongoing efforts to realize the ambitious objectives of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 for the tourism sector. We are grateful for the trust of Knowledge Economic City and look forward to further expanding and enhancing the hospitality infrastructure in Madinah”, said Elie Younes, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group. 

The Park Inn by Radisson at IWD, KEC, promises a dynamic hospitality experience tailored for today’s travellers. With leisure and business guests in mind, the hotel and its neighbouring serviced apartments will offer a variety of amenities, including accommodations, dining options, and meeting and event venues. Additionally, the properties will provide guests with convenient access to Madinah’s rich historical and religious landmarks, encouraging them to embrace their travels fully. This business and leisure travel blend allows visitors to explore one of Islam’s oldest and holiest cities. 

Mohammad Al Mubarak, Chief Executive Officer of KEC, said, “It gives me great pleasure to share our partnership with Radisson Hotel Group, bringing two new Park Inn by Radisson branded hotels to the city. Introducing these upcoming properties is a pivotal step in our mission to grow technology and knowledge-driven developments in Madinah and deliver unparalleled hospitality experiences to residents and visitors across all sectors.”

Alongside the two holiest cities in Islam, Madinah is viewed as the foremost centre of Islamic culture and civilization. In addition to pilgrimage visits for Ziyarah, tourists visit key mosques and landmarks of substantial religious importance, including Mount Uhud, Al-Baqi cemetery, and the Seven Mosques. The Radisson Hotel Group manages and develops nearly 50 hotels in Saudi Arabia and aims to increase this number to 100 by 2030.