Sophos Hotels, in partnership with Wataniah Business Group, is set to manage Marriott International's Le Meridien in Tabuk.

 

The hotel is strategically located near the commercial and logistical hub, bordering Jordan and the Red Sea. Construction is advancing, and the hotel is expected to open in Q1 2026. The signing ceremony took place at the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Riyadh 2025.

 

The property will offer 151 contemporary rooms and suites, each equipped with cutting-edge technology.  An expansive presidential suite will be on its exclusive floor, offering panoramic city views.

 

The hotel will also feature specialty restaurants led by renowned chefs and a premier spa and wellness center, providing rejuvenating treatments in a comfortable environment. The hotel will redefine opulence in Tabuk, offering an exclusive, serene, and one-of-a-kind experience for its clients.

 

Christian Michel, Chief Executive Officer, Sophos Hotels SA, said: " We are honored to partner with Wataniah in bringing this landmark hotel to a city that is rapidly evolving into a vibrant hub of innovation and opportunity. This project reflects our shared vision to contribute meaningfully to Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030, supporting the Kingdom’s transformative growth in hospitality and tourism. Through our partnership, we aim to uplift standards for excellence and support the continued evolution of this promising destination”.

 

Meshaal Al Shuraia, Chairman, Wataniah Business Group, said: "We are honored by this strategic partnership with SOPHOS Hotels SA to launch the first Le Meridien hotel in the Tabuk region. This project reflects our commitment to enhancing the tourism and economic development in the promising regions of the Kingdom, aligning with our aspirations to support the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. We believe that Tabuk possesses exceptional potential to become a key destination for business and tourism, and we are confident that this hotel will provide promising job opportunities for the local community and will be a valuable addition that strengthens the city's status, meeting the expectations of its residents and visitors, both locally and globally." -TradeArabia News Service