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EDITION Hotels, part of Marriott International, has officially opened The Red Sea EDITION, the first hotel to debut on Shura Island, Saudi Arabia’s landmark luxury development on the country’s western coastline. Following the brand’s debut in Jeddah last year, the new property marks EDITION’s second opening in Saudi Arabia and the latest milestone in the kingdom’s Vision 2030 tourism strategy.

Set along a one-kilometre stretch of private beachfront, The Red Sea EDITION offers sweeping views of turquoise waters and the lush fairways of Shura Links, Saudi Arabia’s first 18-hole island golf course designed by architect Brian Curley. The resort is part of a visionary master plan by Red Sea Global (RSG) to transform the area’s untouched archipelago—comprising 90 islands and one of the world’s largest barrier reefs—into a regenerative tourism destination.

A collaboration redefining sustainable luxury

Developed in partnership with Marriott International, EDITION Hotels, and Red Sea Global, the project is powered entirely by solar energy and designed to harmonize architecture and landscape.

“The opening of The Red Sea EDITION marks a significant milestone in the brand’s growth across the Middle East,” said George Fleck, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, EDITION. “As our second property in Saudi Arabia, this resort embodies EDITION’s ethos of crafting highly personalised, environmentally attuned spaces that redefine modern luxury.”

Tony Coveney, Area General Manager for Marriott Luxury Group, The Red Sea, added:

“Being the first hotel to open on Shura Island is an extraordinary privilege. The Red Sea EDITION will set a new benchmark for hospitality in the region through design, authenticity, and world-class service.”

Contemporary design inspired by land and sea

Designed by the Rockwell Group, the resort’s architecture draws from the textures and tones of the surrounding desert and coastline. Low-rise stone and timber pavilions, coral-stone floors, and natural oak details create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces.

The property features 240 guestrooms, including 53 suites, many with private plunge pools and direct beach access. Public areas such as the lobby pavilion—crafted from rammed earth and natural oak—serve as social hubs where open-air design invites sea breezes and natural light.

Culinary destinations and wellness innovation

The Red Sea EDITION introduces a bold, wellness-oriented dining programme led by international and Saudi culinary talent. Highlights include:

·         Central – inventive New American cuisine reimagining global comfort dishes.

·         JIWA Beach Club & Terrace – a Balinese-inspired seaside venue blending Indonesian flavours with Saudi atmosphere.

·         ANASA – opening this December under acclaimed Saudi chef Basma Elkhereiji, offering refined Aegean-inspired cuisine rooted in simplicity and local sourcing.

The spa and wellness zone integrates natural light and local materials to create an immersive environment. Facilities include treatment suites featuring Omorovicza and Le Labo rituals, a Recovery Dome with hydrothermal therapies, and a state-of-the-art gym offering HIIT, TRX, Pilates, and outdoor fitness activities such as tennis, paddle, hiking, and watersports.

Events and destination experiences

With over 1,000 square metres of event space, including a grand ballroom for up to 500 guests, the resort provides a versatile setting for conferences, weddings, and private celebrations overlooking the Red Sea.

The Red Sea EDITION joins the brand’s global portfolio of lifestyle hotels that combine design, gastronomy, and community spirit, continuing EDITION’s mission to offer authentic, understated luxury for the modern traveller.

For more information, visit editionhotels.com/redsea.

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