Red Sea Global, the developer of the ambitious regenerative tourism destinations in Saudi Arabia, Amaala and The Red Sea, has inked a new partnership with Equinox, a global leader in luxury lifestyle brands, to create Equinox Resort Amaala.
Equinox Resort Amaala is the latest hotel brand to be announced for Red Sea Global’s Amaala, an integrated wellness haven featuring some of the world’s most renowned luxury brands. The hotel, with a focus on sports, fitness and lifestyle, will comprise of 128 keys, including two luxury penthouses as well as a suite of amenities such as several world-class culinary concepts, a magnesium salt rooftop pool, spa, Beach Club, and a signature Equinox Fitness Club.
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“Amaala brings the best in health and wellness together in an area of extraordinary natural beauty to offer exceptional and transformative experiences for guests,” said John Pagano, Group CEO of Red Sea Global. Equinox’s unique brand of luxury and fitness is a fantastic fit, allowing visitors to choose seeking self-improvement during their stay, getting back to nature on land or at sea, or simply enjoying quiet moments with loved ones in comfort and privacy.”
Equinox Resort Amaala is a key part of the Amaala Marina Village which will feature a collection of luxury hotels, villas and condominiums all set in a retail precinct with marina views. The Village, part of the wider Triple Bay development, has been designed to adopt the best elements of local architecture featuring narrow winding streets perfect for exploration and discovery.
The very best in international retail and dining brands will be present in the Village, providing guests with a luxury experience set in the picturesque marina with views dominated by the spectacular Triple Bay Yacht Club, the singular form of the Rea Sea marine life institute and the stretching Red Sea coastline.
Equinox Resort Amaala, designed by Foster + Partners, has been curated to ensure complete connectivity to the surrounding area. The hotel’s prime position provides direct access and views to both the Marina Village on one side, and Hijaz Cove on the other. Guest rooms have been planned to capture either the panoramic views of the Hijaz Cove or the marina with its super yachts and marina promenade.
“Amaala is a destination that perfectly aligns with our mission of redefining luxury hospitality. Our highly differentiated resort offering will provide guests an unparalleled experience that only a brand like Equinox can deliver. We’re excited to partner with an amazing developer like Red Sea Global that has similar and strong values rooted in sustainability,” said Christopher Norton, CEO of Equinox Hotels.
Phase One of Amaala – focused on the Triple Bay masterplan – is well underway, with the first guests set to be welcomed in 2024. It will consist of eight resorts offering upwards of 1,200 hotel keys. Once complete, Amaala will be home to more than 3,900 hotel rooms across 29 hotels. Other hotel brands already flagged for Amaala include Jayasom, Six Senses, Rosewood and Clinique La Prairie.
Lead image: Equinox Resort Amaala includes a magnesium salt rooftop pool.