Steps from the Prophet's Mosque, the Hotel
will offer luxury accommodations to the city's tens of millions of
annual visitors
TORONTO, May 7, 2024
/CNW/ -- Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons and
Saudi-based development firm Dar Al Omran Company announce plans
for continued expansion in the Middle
East with Four Seasons Hotel Madinah, anticipated to
open in late 2024.
The new-build hotel will be located at the heart of Madinah and steps from one of the most
historic and significant sites in the region: Al-Masjid an-Nabawi,
also known as the Prophet's Mosque. The city has a storied history,
drawing millions of visitors each year to its art centres, museums
and heritage sites that include the inspiring Mount Uhud and Quba
Mosque, which is regarded as the oldest mosque in the world.
"As we continue to grow our portfolio in the Kingdom, we are
thrilled to introduce Four Seasons Hotel Madinah to one of
Saudi Arabia's most fascinating
markets," says Bart Carnahan,
President, Global Business Development, Portfolio Management and
Residential, Four Seasons. "Together with our partners at Dar Al
Omran Company, we are dedicated to honouring the historic
importance of Madinah and the
significance it holds as a highly-revered destination for the
Islamic world while welcoming a new generation of visitors to
uncover all the city has to offer."
Four Seasons Hotel Madinah will feature 246 guest rooms and
suites, multiple distinct restaurant and lounge concepts, expansive
meeting and event space, a fitness centre and a well-appointed spa.
HKS led the conceptual architectural design of the Hotel, while LW
Design Group will lead the interior design of guest rooms and
public areas, with AvroKO leading the interior design of the lobby,
reception and dining outlets.
The new Hotel will be led by General Manager Waleed Sobhy, whose Four Seasons tenure began 20
years ago as Outlet Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile
Plaza. From there, Sobhy took on progressively senior roles,
leading him to become Director of Food and Beverage at Four Seasons
Hotel Cairo at The First Residence. Most recently, Sobhy played an
integral role in the multi-million dollar renovation and
enhancement project of the award-winning Four Seasons Resort Sharm
El Sheikh as Resort Manager, introducing new accommodations,
meeting and event spaces, culinary outlets, and beyond to the
beloved property. Sobhy will soon begin building the preopening
team that will bring the new Hotel to life.
"It is with great pride that I take this next step in my Four
Seasons career with a new property that adds to Four Seasons
growing, dynamic portfolio in the Middle
East," comments Sobhy on his appointment. "It's an exciting
time as we prepare to open our doors later this year, creating a
new luxury experience that deeply honours the importance of
Madinah, while introducing the
legendary personalized and unscripted service that only Four
Seasons can offer."
Modern design elements of the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, or the
Prophet's Mosque, will be woven into the Hotel's aesthetic,
ensuring that the cultural and spiritual identity of Madinah is reflected throughout while offering
guests a tranquil sanctuary for gathering, celebration and
self-reflection. Each detail of the upcoming Hotel has been curated
with the guest in mind to provide an exceptional experience powered
by Four Seasons service and genuine care for guests.
Four Seasons Hotel Madinah will be steps from the Prophets
Mosque, closely connected to the cities of Makkah and Jeddah via high-speed railway network and 20
minutes from the Madinah
International Airport. The Hotel will join the growing portfolio of
Four Seasons properties in Saudi
Arabia including Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh At Kingdom Centre
and the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, Four Seasons Hotel and Private
Residences Jeddah at the Corniche, Four Seasons Resort Red Sea at
Shura Island, Four Seasons Resort NEOM at Sindalah, and Four
Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay.
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About Four Seasons
Four Seasons opened its first hotel
in 1961 and since that time has become a global leader in luxury
hospitality and branded residential, with a focus on genuine and
unparalleled service experiences. Four Seasons currently operates
130 hotels and resorts and 55 residential properties in major city
centres and resort destinations in 47 countries. The company
continues to grow with a guest-centric mindset, including a global
pipeline of more than 60 projects under planning or in development.
In addition to its hotels and resorts, Four Seasons experiential
offerings include more than 600 restaurants and bars globally,
the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience, Four Seasons Drive
Experience, and the upcoming Four Seasons Yachts. Four Seasons
consistently ranks among the world's best hotels, resorts,
restaurants and bars, and most prestigious luxury hospitality brand
in reader polls, traveller reviews and industry awards. For more
information and reservations, visit fourseasons.com. For the latest
news, visit press.fourseasons.com.
Media Contact
Stephanie Moyer
KWT Global
smoyer@kwtglobal.com
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