Starwood signs agreement for new Sheraton in Makkah
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is to expand its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the signing of a new Sheraton in the holy city of Makkah.
Owned by Altayyar Travel Group Holding Company, Sheraton Makkah Jabal Al Kaaba is scheduled to open by the end of the year. The hotel is located close to the new expansion of the mosque and will provide guests with special access and views of the holy Haram.
“Saudi Arabia remains one of our strongest growth markets in the region and we are on track to more than double our presence in the country in the next three years,” said Michael Wale, president, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Europe, Africa and Middle East.
“Makkah has been a particular focus for Starwood growth, with Sheraton being one of three brands to make its entrance into the market in the next year. The property will offer pilgrims the Sheraton brand’s renowned world-class service and a comfortable hospitality experience in the holy city.”
Sheraton Makkah Jabal Al Kaaba will feature 414 rooms and branded service apartments, all outfitted with the Sheraton brand’s signature amenities and services, including its premium sleep experience. The hotel will also offer four dining experiences, as well as ample meeting and events space.
Abdullah Aldawood, CEO of Altayyar Travel Group, said: “We believe the location of this hotel together with a strong brand name like Sheraton makes for a winning combination for our first branded hotel in the holy city. We are confident in Starwood’s ability to provide the finest of its globally recognized services under the Sheraton brand to pilgrims.”
Starwood operates more than 50 hotels and resorts across the Middle East under eight of the company’s ten distinct lifestyle brands, including: The Luxury Collection, St. Regis, Sheraton, Westin, W, Le Méridien, Four Points by Sheraton and Aloft. The company is on track to operate 100 hotels in the region by 2020.
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