Riyad REIT revealed that it had signed a deal with Marriott International to operate its Burj Rafal Hotel in Riyadh. The operation of the hotel will be handed over to Marriott in Q1 2020 and will remain open for guests until then, while some renovation would be taking place.
After the renovation period the property will be rebranded as a JW Marriott Hotel, marking the debut of the brand in Saudi Arabia.
For his part, Abdulaziz Al Mousa, Riyad REIT Fund Manager commented, “We are excited to work with Marriott International to operate Burj Rafal Hotel – the tallest operational building in Riyadh. Marriott International will take over the operations of the hotel in Q1 2020 and will undergo an improvement plan during the year, which includes the introduction of new dining concepts such as Kahwet Al Mandaloun and JW Grill.
Meanwhile, Jerome Briet, Chief Development Officer, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International said he was very contented with the project.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Riyad Capital on this landmark project," Briet said.
"Saudi Arabia remains an important growth market for the company and we continue to see opportunity to further diversify our footprint in the Kingdom," he added.
