Radisson makes gains in Middle East

Radisson Hotel Group has solidified its recent expansion in the Middle East with a spate of strategic new signings and changes to its core leadership in the region.

Radisson currently has 58 hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments in operation and 30 under development in the Middle East. The properties in operation total 12,704 keys, with an additional 5,107 keys incoming.

2024 has seen 7 new hotels and serviced apartments signed by Radisson, adding 988 keys to the Group’s presence in the region. Radisson has also introduced several of its key brands to the Middle Eastern market, such as Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, and Radisson RED.

Upcoming openings include the Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Al Sahafa, Radisson Hotel Jeddah Tahlia Street, and the first Park Inn by Radisson property in Kuwait.

Strategic advancements

Radisson Hotel Group is strategically advancing its lifestyle portfolio in the Middle East, with ambitious plans to introduce art’otel as well as Prize by Radisson, in partnership with key strategic investors.

Several of the new signings are in Saudi Arabia, including properties in Al Ahsa, Hail, Madinah, and Riyadh. Radisson is working toward a goal of operating 100 hotels in the country by 2030, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plan.

Radisson has also expanded its portfolio in Jordan with two significant signings, Radisson Collection Residence, Amman Abdoun, and Radisson RED Amman Downtown. This will bring the number of properties in Jordan to three, with both new properties set to open in 2028.

To support this expansion, the Group has appointed Ayman Ezzedine as Director of Development for the Middle East, North-East Africa, and Pakistan.

Mr Ezzedine has over a decade of experience in hospitality and development, having previously worked with leading brands across the region.

“The Middle East remains a key focus for Radisson Hotel Group with almost 90 hotels open or under construction. We thank our partners and owners for their continued trust in our 10 relevant brands and look forward to further forging strong partnerships and creating a positive impact in the communities we serve,” said Elie Younes, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group.