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Saudi Arabia · Vision 2030

The Red Sea Project and Amaala by Red Sea Global

The Red Sea project is Saudi Arabia's most advanced luxury tourism giga-project, a chain of island and desert resorts that are already welcoming guests. With Amaala to the north, Red Sea Global is turning a pristine coastline into a world-class luxury Red Sea vacation destination.

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At a glance

Red Sea Global at a glance

Developer
Red Sea Global, owned by the Public Investment Fund
The Red Sea
About 28,000 sq km, more than 90 islands, between Umluj and Al Wajh
Amaala
Triple Bay, northern Red Sea coast near Al Wajh
Airport
Red Sea International Airport (RSI), open
Target
About 50 resorts at The Red Sea alone by 2030
Best months
October to May

What The Red Sea project is

Red Sea Global is developing two destinations on Saudi Arabia's west coast. The Red Sea spans a lagoon of islands, coral reefs, dormant volcanoes and desert canyons; Amaala, to the north, is devoted to wellness, sport and the arts. Together they are the leading resort projects of Saudi Vision 2030.

The approach is called regenerative tourism: limited visitor numbers, protected reefs and mangroves, buildings set lightly into the landscape and a destination that runs on solar power, with one of the world's largest battery storage systems. Most of the islands are left untouched.

Waves breaking over a limestone shelf into turquoise water on the Red Sea coast at Umluj, gateway to The Red Sea resorts.
Photo: Richard Mortel · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Resorts open at The Red Sea

Open resorts as of October 2026. For room-by-room advice, see our guide to Red Sea luxury resorts.

Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea

★★★★★ Inland desert

The first resort to open, in 2023: villas among the dunes inspired by Nabataean forms, with a full Six Senses spa.

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The St. Regis Red Sea Resort

★★★★★ Ummahat Island

Overwater and beach villas on a private island, with St. Regis butler service and fine dining.

Official site ↗

Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

★★★★★ Blue Hole islands

An intimate island retreat of overwater and beach villas, reached by boat or seaplane.

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Shebara

★★★★★ Sheybarah Island

Mirrored, pebble-shaped villas floating above the lagoon, one of the most striking hotels in the region.

Desert Rock

★★★★★ Granite mountains, inland

Villas and suites carved into a granite mountain, opened in late 2024 for desert hiking, stargazing and calm.

The Red Sea EDITION

★★★★★ Shura Island

One of the first resorts on Shura Island, opened in 2025, with a spa, beach club and access to Shura Links golf.

Official site ↗

SLS Red Sea

★★★★★ Shura Island

A lively, design-led resort of rooms and villas, including overwater options, opened on Shura Island in 2025.

Official site ↗

InterContinental The Red Sea Resort

★★★★★ Shura Island

A family-friendly beach resort with five restaurants and a spa, part of Shura Island's first phase.

Official site ↗

Coming to Shura Island

Shura Island is planned for 11 resorts. These are next, opening in phases.

To be confirmed

Fairmont, Grand Hyatt, Jumeirah, Rosewood and Faena

Shura Island

Further resorts are joining Shura Island, where Four Seasons, Miraval and Raffles have already opened. Check each brand's official site for opening dates.

Wellness coast

Amaala: the wellness coast

Amaala opened its first resorts at Triple Bay in 2026. See our Amaala guide.

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Amaala

★★★★★ Triple Bay

Opened in June 2026, with more than 200 sea-facing rooms, suites and villas and a large wellness spa.

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Rosewood Amaala

★★★★★ Triple Bay

A calm, residential-style resort of about 110 rooms and suites with an Asaya spa and branded residences.

Official site ↗

Six Senses Amaala

★★★★★ Triple Bay

Opened in July 2026: suites and villas above secluded coves and mangroves, with a Six Senses longevity center and branded residences.

Official site ↗

Jayasom, Nammos and Equinox Fitness Resort

★★★★★ Triple Bay

A wellbeing resort, a beach-club resort with golf and equestrian facilities, and an adults-only fitness resort complete the first phase; all three opened in 2026.

Getting there

FromAirlineNotes
RiyadhSaudiaSeveral flights a week to Red Sea International (RSI)
Jeddah and DammamSaudiaWeekly flights to RSI
DubaiflydubaiDirect flights to RSI
DohaQatar AirwaysDirect flights to RSI
Abu DhabiEtihadDirect flights to RSI from October 2026
US citiesSaudia and Gulf carriersConnect in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi

Resort residences

For investors: resort residences

Both destinations include a limited number of branded resort residences, at Amaala alongside Four Seasons, Rosewood and Six Senses. Ownership rules and eligibility are set project by project. Read our guides to branded residences and Saudi Arabia Luxury Real Estate investment and Premium Residency.

Red Sea Global is also expected to take over management of Sindalah island at NEOM, extending its reach along the coast.

Questions about The Red

Questions about The Red Sea and Amaala

Are The Red Sea resorts open?

Yes. Eleven resorts and a golf course are open at The Red Sea, and Amaala opened its first resorts in 2026.

How do I get there from the US?

Fly to Riyadh, Jeddah, Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi, then connect to Red Sea International Airport. Resorts arrange transfers by electric car, boat or seaplane.

When is the best time to go?

October to May, when days are warm and the sea is calm.

Can foreigners buy at The Red Sea or Amaala?

Some branded residences are offered for sale. Eligibility depends on the project; ask the developer.

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Checked October 2026. Prices and dates are approximate and can change. See our standard.