Banyan Tree AlUla Debuts in Saudi Arabia

AlUla, 19 September 2022 – Banyan Tree launches its first property in historical AlUla in Saudi Arabia, ushering in the Group’s debut in the Kingdom. AlUla is attracting the attention of the world’s affluent travellers with its mesmerising mix of history, culture, and entertainment, all set against a breathtaking desert backdrop dating back millions of years.

Inspired by the nomadic nature of Nabataean architecture, the all-villa, tented resort epitomises Banyan Tree’s commitment to local influence. The fundamental principles of the resort are designed around three concepts that allow guests to immerse themselves in the resort and the destination:

• ‘In-villa’ provides guests with made-to-measure offerings brought to life by the talented cast of Banyan Tree hosts.
• ‘In-valley’ takes guests into the essence of AlUla through exclusive outdoor treatments, nomadic chef’s tables, active adventures, and private events staged in spectacular settings.
• ‘En-voyage’ brings guests through privileged immersions crafted with local talents, continuously unlocking new facets of AlUla’s rich legacy. Bespoke wellbeing and adventure excursions show a glimpse of the ancient landscapes of AlUla and the lives of the people who call it home.

The resort will feature two dining venues, including Saffron, Banyan Tree’s signature Thai restaurant, offering contemporary Thai cuisine. The renowned Banyan Tree Spa welcomes guests with carefully curated wellness experiences that combine Asian traditions and local elements.

Guests looking to be among the first to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Banyan Tree AlUla can enrol in Accor’s loyalty programme: ALL- Accor Live Limitless. As a member of ALL- Accor Live Limitless, guests can earn reward points on every stay, when dining and can use their points to book nights at participating hotels, transfer points to use with partners worldwide or convert them into truly unforgettable moments with Limitless Experiences in entertainment, sports, culture, shopping, travel and more.

For more information or to book a stay at Banyan Tree AlUla, email reservations.alula@banyantree.com or call +966 55 184 2203.

ABOUT ROYAL COMMISSION FOR ALULA

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) was established by Royal Decree in July 2017 to preserve and develop AlUla, a region wit h outstanding natural and cultural heritage, located in northwestern Saudi Arabia. The RCU's long -term plan takes a sensitive, sus- tainable and responsible approach to urban and economic development in order to preserve the natural and historical heritage o f the region, while making AlUla a privileged place where it is possible to live, work and visit. The plan encompasses numerous initia- tives in the fields of archaeology, tourism, culture, education and the arts, to address different priorities in economic diversifica- tion, empowerment of local communities and the preservation of heritage, as part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 agenda.