In Brief: Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Raffles Jeddah on the city’s Corniche, marking the brand’s second property in Saudi Arabia.
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Guestroom at the Raffles Jeddah – Image Credit Accor
Raffles Jeddah is located along the historic Corniche in Jeddah, offering views of the Red Sea. The hotel features 182 guestrooms, including 40 suites, all with uninterrupted Red Sea views. Guestrooms start from approximately 66 square metres.
The property is near attractions and landmarks, including Fakih Aquarium, Al Shalal Theme Park, Red Sea Mall, and Boulevard Jeddah. King Abdulaziz International Airport is a 25-minute drive from the hotel.
The hotel’s architecture incorporates traditional Hejazi design elements, including mashrabiya screens and carved wood latticework. Interiors were designed by Robert Angell, with spa and wellness areas by Tristan Du Plessis. The lobby features sculptural columns and iridescent surfaces inspired by the Red Sea, and wall motifs referencing plasterwork from Jeddah’s Al-Balad district. The hotel displays contemporary works by Saudi and Middle Eastern artists.
Raffles Jeddah offers two dining venues. Surl’O is an all-day brasserie overlooking the Red Sea, serving dishes that blend Eastern and Western culinary traditions. Atorie Lounge & Patisserie offers French pâtisserie with Japanese influences, serving morning pastries, matcha-infused éclairs, afternoon tea, mocktails, and desserts. A third signature restaurant is planned to open at a later date.
The Raffles Spa and Wellness facility provides separate wellness areas for ladies and gentlemen, including treatment rooms, Moroccan hammams, fitness centres, swimming pools, and a private couple’s treatment suite.
Event spaces include six meeting rooms, a business centre, a VIP lounge, and pre-function areas. The Pearl and Crystal Ballrooms are located above the plaza and feature floor-to-ceiling windows with city views.
Raffles Jeddah is the second Raffles property in Saudi Arabia, following Raffles Makkah Palace.
