Jeddah is set to welcome two new lifestyle hotels from IHG, bringing bold design and wellness-focused hospitality to one of the city’s most dynamic new districts.
Read on to discover the Who, What, When, Where, and Why behind this major move in Saudi Arabia’s fast-evolving hospitality scene.
WHO’s behind the big move?
IHG Hotels & Resorts, in collaboration with Koushan Real Estate Development Company, is bringing not one but two new hotels to Jeddah. This dynamic duo includes Kimpton—the boutique luxury lifestyle brand—and EVEN Hotels, IHG’s wellness-focused concept that’s making its Middle East debut. Think soulful design meets fitness zones in your room.
WHAT’s happening exactly?
The hospitality giants are teaming up to build a dual-branded hotel complex inside King Abdullah Sports City (KASC)—home turf for the upcoming 2034 FIFA World Cup. The project includes:
- Kimpton Jeddah KASC with 330 keys, immersive design, restaurants, a spa, and social spaces
- EVEN Hotel Jeddah KASC with 255 rooms, in-room workout zones, healthy dining, and wellness-centered stays.
WHEN is it happening?
You’ll have to wait a bit—the opening is slated for 2028, giving IHG and Koushan time to make sure everything from the spa robes to the protein bowls is pitch perfect. And for hotel suppliers, now’s the time to get on the radar; big opportunities are possible behind the scenes.
WHERE will it all be?
Set in northern Jeddah, within the sprawling King Abdullah Sports City masterplan, the hotels will be:
- Steps from the future World Cup stadium
- Close to retail and leisure zones
- Conveniently near King Abdulaziz International Airport.
WHY is this exciting?
This isn’t just about more hotel beds. It’s about next-level hospitality and a Vision 2030-powered lifestyle upgrade. Saudi Arabia is betting big on tourism, wellness, and international events. With IHG’s global footprint and Koushan’s local roots, this launch:
- Ups Jeddah’s game for global sports fans, travelers, and business elite
- Brings a wellness-first hotel experience to the Middle East
- Taps into the luxury lifestyle wave sweeping across the Kingdom.
Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts, India, Middle East & Africa, said, “We look forward to delivering memorable experiences that combine wellness, culture, and heartfelt hospitality.”
