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| Sumita Pawar |
The Royal Commission for Al-Ula (RCU) has partnered with luxury hotel operator General Hotel Management (GHM) to develop The Chedi Hegra, a bespoke hotel in the ancient Nabataean site in north-west Saudi Arabia.
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The hotel will offer 35 guest rooms, each with its own distinct connection to the Hegra landscape, and will be built directly into several existing structures, including an old railway station and surrounding buildings, Hegra Fort, and others.
The vast majority of the UNESCO World Heritage Site will remain untouched by construction and carefully preserved by RCU to maintain the integrity of Hegra’s incredible human and natural heritage.
The property will feature three fine-dining restaurants, a café, and a full-service spa and pool, with many of the buildings connected by an overhead art canopy focused on wind movement and natural light.
The Chedi Hegra is set to open in Q4 2023 and will be the first hotel within Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
John Northen, RCU Vice President of Hotels & Resorts, said, "Sitting at the nexus of AlUla’s living museum, The Chedi Hegra embodies the fulfilment of our Journey Through Time master plan with its deep respect for heritage, sustainable design features, and an authentic luxury experience that celebrates what makes AlUla a special destination for travellers seeking both comfort and adventure."
Tommy Lai, Chief Executive Officer of GHM, said, "GHM is thrilled to introduce this luxurious heritage boutique hotel that will offer an authentic, unrivalled lifestyle experience deep within the ancient Nabataean site of Hegra.