The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah
Grand palatial with Moorish and Corinthian architectural flourishes, former royal guesthouse turned conference powerhouse. Ornate, historic, and formal — Saudi hospitality at its most ceremonial.
Room 912 offers a direct sightline to the King Fahad Fountain — worth requesting at booking
Why It Matters
Once a royal guesthouse connected to the King Abdullah International Convention Centre, it carries genuine palace credentials. It holds the Michelin Key 'Selected' designation, hosts the city's largest convention space, and occupies one of Jeddah's best Corniche positions with direct Red Sea views.
This former Saudi royal guesthouse carries a history most luxury hotels can't replicate. The building served as a royal palace before opening to paying guests in 2017, and the architecture makes that clear — Moorish arches, Corinthian columns, and crystal chandeliers the size of small cars dominate soaring public spaces. It sits directly on the Al Hamra stretch of Jeddah's Southern Corniche, looking out over the Red Sea with the King Fahad Fountain visible from certain rooms. But look: this is also a serious conference machine. With 83,000 sq ft of event space and capacity for 2,000 people, it's the largest convention venue in Jeddah, and that skews the vibe heavily toward business. The 224 rooms range from 36 sqm Deluxe rooms to a 500 sqm Royal Suite with a 14-seat dining room. No pool. Spa is men only. The decor is unabashedly ornate — some floors are color-themed (yes, including pink) — which divides opinion sharply.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Deluxe Room
Entry-level category with a choice of city or sea-facing views. Rooms are traditional in feel — think rich fabrics, ornate furniture, marble bathrooms with rainfall showers and separate WCs. All come with minibar, in-room Illy coffee machine, feather robes, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some floors have color-themed decor (purple, pink) which surprises some guests.
King or Twin · 36 sqm
Deluxe Room Partial Sea View
Same footprint as the standard Deluxe room but with a partial Red Sea view — a meaningful upgrade for Corniche-side stays. Balcony on select units. All standard Ritz amenities included.
King · 37 sqm
Executive Suite
A 120 sqm suite designed for up to three guests, with one king bedroom and a separate living area. Two marble bathrooms, a mini fridge, coffee/tea maker, and Ritz-Carlton Club Level access. Red Sea views. Executive lounge access runs from breakfast through late-night chocolates and beverages across five service periods.
King · 120 sqm
King Guest Room – Sea View
A step up in view category — full Red Sea outlook. Particularly prized during Saudi Arabian Grand Prix season. Classic Middle Eastern design with king bed, marble bathroom, and balcony on select units.
KingRoyal Suite
The flagship at 500 sqm — genuinely palatial in scale. One king bedroom, three marble bathrooms, a 14-seat formal dining room, full kitchen, butler room, and a private balcony with Red Sea views. Used for Saudi Grand Prix Marriott Bonvoy Moments packages. Traditional Middle Eastern design with chandeliers, majlis-style seating areas, and a private office.
King · 500 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Light-filled gym with free weights, resistance machines, treadmills, ellipticals, and exercise bikes. Open around the clock. Ladies-only designated hours available in the early morning.
A curated weekday buffet lunch at Reyhana designed for business meetings — broad international selection in a refined setting.
Relaxed late breakfast at the Karamel Lounge every Friday and Saturday, 12pm–5pm. Priced at SAR 150 per person.
Friday evening seafood buffet where guests handpick fresh seafood cooked to order by chefs, alongside international delicacies and desserts. Live entertainment included and children's activities curated alongside.
The concierge arranges local excursions including visits to Al Balad (UNESCO-listed historic district), King Fahd's Fountain, Fakieh Aquarium, Nasseef House, and the Abdul Raouf Khalil Museum. Red Sea diving and desert safari trips can also be organized.
Club Level guests access the private lounge for five daily food and beverage periods: American Breakfast (6:30–11am), Midday Snack (12–3pm), Afternoon Tea (3:30–5:30pm), Evening Delights (6:30–9:30pm), and Chocolate/Cookies/Beverages (9:30–11:30pm). Self-service coffee and fruit available overnight.
A Marriott Bonvoy Moment offering 3-day grandstand access to the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, a 3-night stay in the Royal Suite, circuit transfers, daily breakfast, and a private balcony dinner overlooking the Red Sea.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Nearly 83,000 sq ft of event and meeting space — the largest convention center in Jeddah. Can accommodate up to 2,000 guests for conferences, galas, board meetings, and weddings. Named venues include the Grand Ballroom, Al Ezz Ballroom, Al Sultan Meeting Room, Al Bader, Al Joud, Al Assala, Al Karam, and Al Sultan meeting rooms, plus a grand auditorium.
Complimentary in-room and lobby Wi-Fi. Marriott Bonvoy members receive enhanced wireless internet when booking direct.
The hotel does not have a swimming pool. Private beach access may be arranged through special promotions — confirm directly with the hotel.
A mosque/prayer room is located within the hotel property, with blue carpeting and large chandeliers.
An on-property helipad — a remnant of the building's former royal guesthouse function.
No electric vehicle charging stations on property.
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