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Al Faisaliah Hotel Unveils Luxurious New Wing
Mar. 19, 2011
HH Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid Conducts Official Opening ~ US$50 million investment in renowned Riyadh hotel elevates luxury hospitality in the Kingdom
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The new South Wing of the renowned five-star Al Faisaliah Hotel, A Rosewood Hotel, owned by Al Khozama Management Company (AKMC), was officially opened today (Tuesday, 15th March) by HH Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid, Chairman of Al Khozama Management Company (AKMC) and Deputy Managing Director of the King Faisal Foundation (KFF) and senior dignitaries. Al Faisaliah Hotel - South adds 106 deluxe rooms and suites, the largest room size in the Kingdom, La Cucina restaurant and a ladies-only spa and wellness centre slated to open later this year.
With Riyadh positioned as a key destination for both business and leisure travel sectors, the opening of the highly anticipated Al Faisaliah Hotel - South, in the prestigious city centre location, demonstrates the vision of the hotel's owner in meeting the growing needs of the Kingdom's hospitality sector.
Musaed Al-Said, Chief Executive Officer of AKMC said, "With the Kingdom at the centre of economic growth in this fast-growing region, it is important to be prepared for increasing demands even before they are present. Al KhozamaManagement Company has demonstrated true foresight in making a considerable investment in this new wing to ensure visitors to our capital city can enjoy the best of the Kingdom’s hospitality. Al Faisaliah Hotel has been at the forefront of unrivalled luxury and prestige for the past 11 years and the opening of the new South wing today will ensure that this leadership position continues for many years to come.”
The US$50 million expansion project designed by Ritaj Design complements the elegance of the original property with a stylish, upscale residential, contemporary design. Each of the 106 new guest rooms and suites features one of 13 unique design aesthetics and is outfitted with the finest furnishings and highly advanced communication and entertainment systems available. The Royal Penthouse offers 576m² of luxury, while the sumptuous Oasis Suite features its own personal spa.Every room in the hotel enjoys Al Faisaliah’s signature 24-hour butler service.
Commenting on the opening, Robert Boulogne, Chief Operating Officer of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts said, "Al Faisaliah Hotel South is a true reflection of the Rosewood brand, offering our signature philosophy, A Sense of Place® with its elegance, luxury, privacy, exclusivity, unrivalled personal attention and with comfort that exceeds expectations. We are delighted to add this new extension of the iconic Al Faisaliah Hotel to our Rosewood collection."
Al Faisaliah Hotel South also brings to Riyadh a fresh and authentic, yet contemporary Italian dining experience at La Cucina. The new restaurant has already established a large and loyal following in the city.
Riyadh's most luxurious property opened at Al Faisaliah Hotel in May 2000. In a city that gracefully melds tradition with sophisticated style, Al Faisaliah Hotel defines the ultimate in modern elegance and prestigious location. The stunning hotel boasts the largest column-free banquet and meeting facilities in the Kingdom. With the introduction of dedicated 24-hour butler service, the 330-room and suites property has elevated the art of personal service to new levels. Perfectly suited to the discerning business traveler, Al Faisaliah offers spacious accommodations, technologically advanced in-room communications systems, five culinary venues, with La Cucina being the sixth addition, a state-of-the-art health club and easy access to world-class shopping.
Al Khozama Management Company (AKMC) was originally founded as the direct property investment and management arm of the King Faisal Foundation. AKMC is a property investment company, based in Riyadh, developing and investing in prime, modern properties and providing property asset management to third party property owners across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. AKMC owns Al Faisaliah Hotel and Hotel Al Khozama, and manages Al Shohada Hotel in the holy city of Makkah, as part of a larger portfolio. For more information on AKMC, please visit www.akmc.com.
Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages one-of-a-kind luxury properties in the world's most desired destinations. Rosewood properties embrace the company's A Sense of Place® philosophy, reflecting the history, architecture, scale and sensibilities of the destination. The Rosewood collection includes some of the most legendary hotels and resorts in the world, including Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek® in Dallas, The Carlyle in New York, Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda, as well as contemporary classics such as Rosewood Sand Hill® in California, Rosewood San Miguel de Allende® in Mexico, and, now, Rosewood Tucker’s Point in Bermuda. Rosewood also offers Sense® spa – featuring treatments reflective of the location's culture and natural environment - available exclusively at select properties.
Contact
Marco Duyves
Al Faisaliah Hotel & Hotel Al Khozama
marco.duyves@rosewoodhotels.com
T: +966 1 273 3168