Radisson Blu opens fifth hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Brussels/ Dubai

Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is proud to announce the opening of its fifth hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The 150-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Corniche has a prime location close to the popular North Corniche, which overlooks the Red Sea and is within the city’s newest waterfront development. The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has 38 hotels and over 10,000 rooms in operation and under development in Saudi Arabia.

Tim Cordon, Area Senior Vice President, Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group said: “The Kingdom’s drive towards economic diversification has seen some recent high-profile announcements with its ambitious vision to create a world-class tourism destination. As one of the fastest growing hotel companies in Saudi Arabia, and with a diversified portfolio, we are committed to support this growth across all market segments. We are further pleased to strengthen the presence of our upper upscale Radisson Blu brand in Jeddah, one the region’s most prominent cultural and commercial centers.”

The hotel has a range of stylish rooms and suites, all with a modern design and many with views of the vibrant corniche. Guests have a choice of room types, from standard and business-class rooms to one and two-bedroom suites. All rooms include free high-speed wireless Internet. Guests will also have complimentary access to two separate health clubs for men and women, which include a fitness gym, sauna and massage rooms – in addition to a refreshing outdoor swimming pool.

The hotel has an excellent location, and is within walking distance to the corniche promenade, the Red Sea Mall and major theme park Atallah Happy Land Park. King Abdulaziz International Airport is just 6.2 kilometers away.

The Larder restaurant provides a modern, international dining experience where guests can enjoy a selection of ‘à la carte’ dishes served daily or start the day with the Radisson Blu Super Breakfast. 24/7 room service is also available. The hotel’s terrace café offers a chance to relax and take in the stunning view of the Red Sea.

The meeting and events space includes a 280m² ballroom with a built-in stage and the ability to host up to 120 people crescent-style. The four meeting rooms span 160m², all with natural light, climate control, free high-speed wireless Internet, and a separate break-out area.

Bassam Abu Laban, General Manager Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Corniche said: “We are delighted to open the newest Radisson Blu hotel in Jeddah with a stunning location on the popular North Corniche. The hotel is next to many of the city’s most famous leisure attractions, making it the ideal destination for families visiting Jeddah. We are confident that guests will enjoy a memorable experience at the hotel with our unique Yes I Can!^SM service delivered by our talented team.”

For more information, please visit https://www.radissonblu.com/en/hotel-jeddah-corniche

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For further media information, please contact: 
Stephen Kamat, Area Director Public Relations & Communications Middle East & Turkey
Stephen.kamat@carlsonrezidor.com 
Lucie Cardona, Director Corporate Communications, PR & Reputation Management lucie.cardona@carlsonrezidor.com

About Radisson Blu^® 
Radisson Blu^® is one of the world’s leading hotel brands with 300 hotels in operation in 69 countries and territories. Radisson Blu’s vibrant, contemporary and engaging hospitality is characterized by a unique Yes I Can!^SM service philosophy, and all of its first class hotels offer a range of signature features that are empathetic to the challenges of modern travel, including the 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Distinguished the world over as the brand with Hotels Designed to Say YES!^SM, Radisson Blu offers a vivid visual celebration of leading-edge style where the delight is in the detail. Radisson Blu hotels are located in prime locations in major cities, airport gateways and leisure destinations across the world.

Radisson Blu is a part of Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, which also includes Quorvus Collection, Radisson^®, Radisson RED, Park Plaza^®, Park Inn^® by Radisson and Country Inns & Suites By Carlson^SM. For reservations and more information visit, www.radissonblu.com . Connect with Radisson Blu on social media: @RadissonBlu on Twitter and Instagram and www.Facebook.com/RadissonBlu.

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