Chedi Hegra, AlUla
Archaeological luxury meets railway nostalgia. Earthy, textured interiors designed by Milan's Gio Forma with Poltrona Frau leather furnishings and Porfido Pedretti stone surfaces. Quiet, small-scale, residential feel — no sprawling corridors. Original art installations throughout, including works by Monika Sosnowska and Elizabeth Turk. The vibe is contemplative and historically rooted, not flashy.
Book at least 60–90 days ahead for peak season (Oct–Mar) or specialty suites — 35 keys go fast
Why It Matters
The only hotel in the world built inside the Hegra UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can walk to 2,000-year-old Nabataean rock-cut tombs before breakfast. The restored Hejaz Railway station and Locomotive 964 are the literal centerpiece of the dining experience. With only 35 keys, it's intimate enough that the staff genuinely learn your name.
Built into the ruins of a 1907 Hejaz Railway station on the edge of Hegra's ancient Nabataean city, The Chedi Hegra is the only hotel sitting inside Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just 35 rooms, suites, and villas spread across 16 existing historic structures — including the old railway station and Hegra Fort — with original mud-brick and stone walls preserved and woven into the contemporary interiors. A restored 1906 locomotive (Locomotive 964) anchors the all-day restaurant, and a 700-meter shimmering metal canopy called Lamellae traces the old railway tracks across the property.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Hegra Heritage Suite
Inspired directly by Nabataean art, culture, and history. Two King beds plus a separate living room — one variant also includes a separate dining room. Calming earthen hues and natural fibre textures throughout. Terrace or balcony faces the desert landscape, rock formations, and Wildlife Reserve. Sleeps 4 adults.
Two KingsThe Chedi Deluxe Room
The entry-level room — but there's nothing entry-level about the scale. Soaring ceilings, individually decorated interiors with calming earthen hues and natural fibre textures that echo the ornamental facades of the surrounding historic structures. Each has a private terrace or balcony facing AlUla's Wildlife Reserve. Traditional Saudi artisanship meets smart climate and lighting controls. 24/7 butler service included.
KingThe Chedi Duplex Suite
A modern duplex with one King bed on a separate level, plus separate living and dining rooms on another. Earthen hues and natural textiles throughout. Accommodates up to 4 adults, making it a good option for families or two couples. The UNESCO site provides the backdrop.
KingThe Chedi Grand Suite
Individually crafted one-bedroom suites with a King bed and a separate living room. Interiors blend traditional Saudi craftsmanship with smart lighting, curtains, and climate controls. Every suite extends to a terrace or balcony. Available for 2 adults plus one child under 6.
KingThe Chedi Sky View Suite
The suite with the party trick: a glass ceiling above the bed so you can stargaze without moving. Locally crafted interiors extend into a separate living room. Available for 2 adults plus one child under 6. A genuinely special room for those who came for the desert skies.
King
Two-Bedroom Pool Villa
The most spacious option on property. Two separate King bedrooms each with a private bathroom, an elegant Saudi-style living room, a dining room, a private swimming pool, and a terrace looking out over the golden sands and rock formations. Calming earthy palette throughout. Butlers available around the clock. Sleeps up to 4 adults — ideal for families or two couples wanting total privacy.
Two KingsThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guided exploration of AlUla's historic Old Town, available as part of cultural heritage packages.
Curated guided tours of the Hegra Archaeological Site — the ancient Nabataean city with rock-cut tombs, inscriptions, and ruins dating to the 1st century BCE. The hotel provides exclusive on-site access, including early morning and sunset visits.
Complimentary bikes for guests to ride through the designated heritage zone and explore the surrounding Hegra landscape. Guests consistently mention this as a favorite activity.
Hot air balloon ride over the Hegra landscape at sunrise. Available as part of the Ultimate AlUla Experience package.
Guided tour of the wildlife reserve surrounding the hotel, home to Arabian Oryx, gazelles, and Nubian Ibex. Included in many packages and frequently mentioned by guests as a highlight.
Intimate private outdoor dining experience for two in the heart of Hegra, surrounded by the desert landscape. Bespoke menu curated by the chefs. From SAR 700 per person.
Interactive sessions at the Saudi Coffee House covering brewing, roasting, and cup decoration, focused on Khawlani coffee and traditional qahwa preparation.
Guided stargazing in the desert. Available as a standalone experience and as part of packages. The Thursday night desert dinner with live music and stargazing under a canopy of stars is a recurring event.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A 700-meter-long architectural canopy structure following the historic railway tracks across the property, designed by Gio Forma. Creates a shaded promenade connecting the hotel's structures and doubling as a dramatic art installation.
Curated international art collection including 'Silent Witnesses of the Past' by Monika Sosnowska (repurposed Hegra Railway steel rails) and 'Echoes of Extinction' by Elizabeth Turk (six aluminium sculptures of endangered regional birds).
Year-round outdoor pool. The Pool and Fitness Centre is positioned to host the largest outdoor pool in Hegra upon full completion.
State-of-the-art fitness rooms and versatile studios for personalised workouts and group classes.
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