KAFD, Hilton partner on landmark hotel
Wed, 29 Oct 2025
The King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC), the manager of Riyadh’s premier business and lifestyle destination, has signed a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) with Hilton to operate a 450-key hotel in the heart of the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD).
KAFD, Hilton partner on landmark hotel
Wed, 29 Oct 2025
The King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC), the manager of Riyadh’s premier business and lifestyle destination, has signed a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) with Hilton to operate a 450-key hotel in the heart of the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD).
Dubai's hotel inventory grows to nearly 152,300 rooms in 2025
Tue, 28 Oct 2025
Dubai’s hotel inventory grew to almost 152,300 rooms across 818 hotels in the first eight months of 2025, with occupancy and average daily rates (ADR) also increasing compared with the same period last year, according to new research by real estate advisory group, Cavendish Maxwell.
Hotel pipelines expand in Europe as all other regions decline
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
By Q3 2025, Europe was the only region with increased hotel construction, showing 171,589 rooms in construction (+5.2%) and 428,345 total under contract (+3.7%), according to CoStar's September data.
Dubai unveils incentive scheme to stimulate hotel development
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism has introduced a programme to incentivise hotel development, offering 100% fee reimbursement for new establishments in high-growth areas for two years post-opening.
Madinah tops Saudi Arabia's hotel occupancy rates
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
In the first half of 2025, the Madinah Region led Saudi Arabia in hotel occupancy rates at 74.7%. An economic report revealed an average daily rate of SAR 538 ($143.45) and revenue per available room reaching SAR 402, highlighting significant growth in tourism.
More hotel investments expected as UAE's hospitality sector grows
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Knight Frank forecasts a vibrant UAE hotel market, driven by diverse regional and international investors. The sector saw strong growth, with RevPAR and ADR rising 11.9% year-on-year. Abu Dhabi led with 24% RevPAR growth. Hotel rooms are projected to reach 235,674 by 2030.
Arada inks construction contract for Rove Aljada complex
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Arada has awarded the construction contract for the Rove Aljada hotel cluster, located within the AED35 billion ($9.5 billion) Sharjah megaproject. Spread across four blocks, the hotel and branded residences buildings will be completed by the end of 2027.
Sunset Hospitality opens METT Singapore hotel
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Dubai-based Sunset Hospitality Group has launched METT Singapore, its flagship property in Asia Pacific, located in the historic Fort Canning Park. This hotel combines colonial charm with contemporary design, featuring 84 suites and rooms designed by Jeffrey Wilkes.
The Red Sea EDITION opens as first hotel on Shura Island
Mon, 13 Oct 2025
The Red Sea EDITION has officially opened on Shura Island, Saudi Arabia, marking its second establishment in the country after a debut in Jeddah.
Oman's hotel revenue climbs 17.4pc amid strong tourism growth
Mon, 13 Oct 2025
Oman's hospitality sector showed strong performance through August 2025, with 3 to 5-star hotels experiencing an 8.2% increase in guest numbers to RO1.52 million ($3.9 million) and a 17.4% rise in total revenue to approximately RO175.4 million.
Oman to open 9,600 new hotel rooms by 2030
Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Oman is set to open 9,600 new hotel rooms between now and 2030, with 2,600 scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, says real estate advisory group and property consultant, Cavendish Maxwell. The upcoming keys will boost Oman’s existing inventory of 36,000 rooms by more than 25%, the company said.