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Miraval Resorts & Spas has officially opened Miraval The Red Sea on Shura Island, marking the brand’s first property outside the United States and a major milestone in its international expansion. Located on Saudi Arabia’s west coast, the adults-only resort introduces Miraval’s signature approach to mindfulness, wellbeing and intentional living to one of the world’s most ambitious tourism destinations.

Set between desert landscapes, lagoons and mangrove forests, the resort combines the brand’s 30-year wellness philosophy with elements of Saudi culture and heritage, creating an experience designed to foster balance, restoration and personal connection.

Wellness-focused retreat in a unique natural setting

Miraval The Red Sea features 180 guestrooms, suites and villas integrated into the island’s natural environment. Designed by Foster + Partners and Rockwell Group, the architecture combines natural materials, warm desert tones and coral-inspired forms to create a tranquil atmosphere that reflects the surrounding landscape.

The resort is located within The Red Sea destination, a large-scale regenerative tourism development spanning more than 28,000 square kilometres of coastline, islands, mountains and desert terrain. Powered entirely by renewable energy, the destination is rapidly emerging as one of the Middle East’s most significant luxury tourism projects.

Personalised wellbeing experiences at the core

A key feature of the Miraval experience is its focus on individually tailored wellness programmes. Guests work with dedicated Experience Planners to create personalised itineraries that combine mindfulness, movement, cultural exploration and outdoor adventure.

Activities include Arabic calligraphy workshops, heritage storytelling sessions, perfume blending experiences and guided stargazing inspired by Saudi traditions. Outdoor experiences range from kayaking through mangrove forests and paddleboarding along the coastline to zip-lining adventures designed to encourage movement and engagement with nature.

At the centre of the resort, a contemplative labyrinth provides a dedicated space for walking meditation, reflection and moments of stillness.

Largest spa on Shura Island

The resort’s wellness offering is anchored by the 40,000-square-foot Life in Balance Spa, the largest dedicated spa facility on Shura Island.

The spa features 39 indoor and outdoor treatment rooms overlooking lagoons, gardens and desert scenery. Treatments combine Miraval’s established wellness approach with Saudi-inspired elements, including hammam rituals, mineral-rich body scrubs and therapies inspired by the surrounding desert environment.

The programme focuses on restoration, mindfulness, balance and overall wellbeing, reflecting the brand’s long-standing philosophy of helping guests “live a life in balance”.

Culinary experiences designed around wellbeing

Dining plays a central role in the guest experience, with several concepts centred on nutritious and mindful eating.

The signature restaurant, Rosemary, showcases plant-forward cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients and flavours inspired by the region. Palm Court Café offers all-day dining with lighter meals, fresh juices and wellness-focused options, while Coral Cove transitions from a relaxed daytime venue into an evening social space featuring sharing plates and tapas-style dishes.

Guests can also participate in interactive culinary experiences at the Life in Balance Culinary Kitchen, where workshops explore Saudi coffee traditions, mindful cooking techniques and non-alcoholic mixology.

New chapter for the Miraval brand

The opening represents a significant step in the evolution of the Miraval brand, bringing its wellness-focused hospitality concept to an international audience for the first time.

By combining immersive wellbeing programmes, cultural experiences and a distinctive natural setting, Miraval The Red Sea introduces a new approach to luxury travel in the region—one centred on intentional living, personal renewal and meaningful connections with both place and self.

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