Accor & Alesayi Holding Announce Development of Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah

Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah – MGallery Collection — Photo by Accor

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, in partnership with Alesayi Holding, a leader in the Saudi Arabian real estate market with a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial units, has announced plans for the opening of a new hotel and residences development, Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah - MGallery Collection, located in the heart of the Holy City of Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Nestled in the bustling heart of Makkah, this hotel serves as a harmonious urban oasis, paying tribute to Makkah's celestial heritage while drawing inspiration from the rich symbolism of Islamic gardens. The hotel will provide a sanctuary for serenity, spiritual reflection and rejuvenation. Pilgrims and travelers alike will be invited to immerse themselves in this lush harbor within the city with a unique hotel concept to inspire wonder, encourage spiritual reflection in this sacred location, serving as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness between the material and spiritual.

Every floor of the building will be intricately themed around prominent figures in Islamic history, with the first floor honouring Omar Ibn Al-Khattab (May Allah be pleased with Him), the second Rashidun caliph and one of the ten to whom Jannah was promised. The intention is for the guest to really experience a boutique hotel stay.

Set to open in 2028, Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah - MGallery Collection is poised to be a storied and sophisticated destination full of luxury, beauty and culture. The project will span across 2,600 square meters, consisting of 276 hotel rooms and 214 branded residences for sale. The building will also include a business center, a bespoke fitness room and spa, variety of restaurants, and playground for children.

The hotel will join the MGallery Collection brand. Established in 2008 the collection of signature, design, and heritage hotels today counts more than 120 luxury boutique hotels around the world. Over the past two years, the brand has been opening and signing multiple hotels annually, with plans to increase its network by 30% by 2030, with 47 hotels currently in development worldwide and 3 others in Saudi Arabia (including the recent signature of MGallery Riyadh).

As part of a master development agreement, Alesayi Holding Group already has three Accor hotels within their portfolio, namely Adagio Jeddah City Centre, ibis Jeddah City Centre, and ibis Styles Makkah with further plans to develop the ibis and Adagio brands in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The multi-billion-dollar conglomerate has additional plans to develop several more real estate projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; these projects primarily consist of small, mixed-use master planned developments, many of which feature a hotel component.

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