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Saudi Arabia’s Amaala set to open by January 2026

Red Sea Global has confirmed that its luxury destination Amaala Triple Bay will welcome its first guests in early 2026

Amaala Triple Bay
Amaala Triple Bay

Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind some of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious tourism projects, announced that Amaala Triple Bay will begin welcoming visitors by January 2026. The update was revealed during the inaugural TOURISE Summit in Riyadh.

John Pagano, CEO of RSG, confirmed the news on X on 11 November, stating: “In the months ahead, we’ll open the first six of 31 resorts, alongside the AMAALA Yacht Club and Corallium marine life institute.”

Once fully completed, Amaala is expected to create up to 50,000 jobs and contribute around SR11 billion (US$3 billion) to Saudi Arabia’s GDP. The project forms part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 strategy to diversify its economy through sustainable tourism.

Among the first phase openings at Triple Bay are the Equinox Resort and Residences, Four Seasons Resort and Residences, Nammos Resort and Residences, Rosewood Resort, and Six Senses Amaala. Together, they will feature more than 600 rooms and suites, branded residences, world-class spas, fitness and wellness facilities, and high-end dining experiences.

The Equinox Resort will include 128 rooms and suites, a subterranean spa grotto, IV therapy facilities, and a state-of-the-art fitness club. The Four Seasons Resort will feature 202 rooms, 25 private residences, and six dining venues, while Six Senses Amaala will offer 100 pool suites and villas alongside a 3,000 square metre wellness centre focused on sleep, longevity, yoga, and biohacking.

A major highlight of the destination will be the AMAALA Yacht Club, which will host global sailing events, including the Grand Finale of The Ocean Race in 2027, and serve as a base for a new sailing academy.

The Corallium marine life institute will also open as part of the development, offering educational and immersive exhibits dedicated to the Red Sea’s unique ecosystems.

Pagano said the destination embodies the spirit of renewal and well-being that defines Saudi Arabia’s approach to regenerative tourism. “Deriving from the Arabic word for hope, AMAALA offers a new coastal lifestyle rooted in wellness,” he said. “Guests and residents are invited to discover what it means to live longer and better, whether through retreats or sea and sun activities.”

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Kath Young

Kath Young is a reporter at Arabian Business.

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