Armani to launch its 3rd hotel in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah

Armani to launch its 3rd hotel in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah

Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) and Armani Hotels & Resorts have revealed plans to open a signature Armani Hotel in the city of Diriyah, which is located within the province of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.

The property in Diriyah will be managed by Dubai’s Emaar Hospitality Group. It will be the third Armani hotel worldwide after Dubai and Milan.

The 300-year-old site located just 15 minutes from Riyadh is the birthplace of the Kingdom and the capital of the First Saudi State. The area is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, At-Turaif, the valley and lush palm groves of Wadi Hanifah, and will soon include the Diriyah development, an acclaimed pedestrian-centric project that preserves the rich history and culture of Saudi Arabia.

Upon completion, Diriyah will comprise 13 unique districts inclusive of museums, cultural institutions, fine dining, residences, hospitality offerings, office space, retail, and outdoor attractions. The development is a key driver of the Kingdom’s Saudi Vision 2030.

Founder of Italian luxury brand Armani, Mr. Giorgio Armani said, “This is a pioneering project that was borne from rediscovering Saudi Arabia’s roots: a dialogue between history and the present that I find very fascinating. Armani Hotel Diriyah allows me to interpret my