NEOM: 10 Stunning Luxury Resorts Coming To Saudi Arabia, Including Underground Mountain Hotels, Futuristic Skyscrapers And Boutique Wellness Retreats
NEOM in Saudi Arabia is set to be home to some of the world’s most spectacular developments.
Flagship project of the NEOM mega-development, The Line is, a futuristic city set to become home to 9 million residents. The Line will be 170km long and 500m high, with a footprint of just 34sq km, and residents will have access to all daily essentials within a five-minute walk, in addition to high-speed rail – with an end-to-end transit of 20 minutes.
While specific details of The Line remain thin on the ground other stunning resorts have been revealed, showing off spectacular architecture, ambition and design.
10 must-see NEOM resorts
From a luxury golf resort to underground mountain resorts, and futuristic luxury skyscrapers to boutique wellness retreats.
The upcoming NEOM resorts, showcase some of the most striking tourist and real estate developments anywhere in the world and give a snapshot of the future of hospitality in Saudi Arabia
Check out 10 must-see NEOM resorts coming to Saudi Arabia soon.
NEOM Aquellum: Built into 450m mountain and accessed via underground canal and floating marina
NEOM has announced Aquellum, a new luxury development built into mountains and accessed via an underground canal and floating marina.
Aquellum will offer guests a taste of futuristic living through an array of pioneering experiences.
Concealed from the outside along the Gulf of Aqaba coastline, Aquellum is hidden within a breathtaking, 450m-high mountain range and represents a futuristic ecosystem that is harmoniously integrated into the natural surroundings.
To access Aquellum, visitors will embark on an extraordinary journey, beginning at the world’s first floating marina. Here, guests will board a specially designed vessel to enter Aquellum through a concealed underground canal, unveiling a hidden community that offers an incredible sensory journey.
Once inside, visitors will be treated to an exhilarating, 100m-high vertical experience with an impressive courtyard space stretching from the water to the sky.
NEOM Epicon: Luxury coast resort with 275m skyscraper hotel
NEOM has announced Epicon its latest luxury coastal tourism destination, including a residential offering.
Located on the Gulf of Aqaba, Epicon aims to set a new standard of hospitality and architecture. Rising from NEOM’s desert landscape the property will feature two striking towers, one 225m tall and one reaching 275m.
The towers will be home to an ultra-premium 41 key hotel and luxury residences that comprise of 14 suites and apartments.
A short distance from the hotel is the Epicon resort, which blends tranquillity with indulgence and features 120 rooms and 45 stunning residential beach villas.
It will feature a beach club, spa, watersports, high-end dining and be surrounded by nature.
NEOM Elanan: Luxury wellness retreat in Saudi Arabia
NEOM has announced Elanan, an upcoming guest retreat that it says will redefine luxury and well-being experiences, in Saudi Arabia.
Situated on the Gulf of Aqaba coastline where the mountains meet the sea, Elanan sensitively emerges from within its lush oasis surroundings, fed by ancient natural springs.
It features 80 bespoke rooms and suites and is designed with well-being at its core, offering a unique nature resort that embraces all the senses.
Elanan takes a modern approach to wellness, blending new technologies in a discreet luxurious setting that promotes relaxation and reflection.
The signature facilities provide numerous options for guests to embrace themselves in tranquillity, rest and recharge. Elanan’s architectural vision uses ultra-modern design techniques and creates intricate sculptures that blend with the surrounding natural beauty.
NEOM says guests can explore the large plazas, enjoy specialty private dining, find relaxation in the sun garden, or soak up the spectacular views from the top of the observation tower.
NEOM Gidori: luxury golf resort
NEOM has announced Gidori, an exclusive private golf community set amid the breath-taking coastal hills of the Gulf of Aqaba.
Gidori hosts luxury hospitality, premium residences, and a range of sports and leisure amenities that offer an unmatched living experience.
Located along the Gulf of Aqaba coastline, Gidori combines world-class golf and active leisure, encapsulated in an ultra-modern community for guests and residents.
The architectural centrepiece is a beach-front complex with a spectacular cantilevered structure. Rising from the coastal landscape, it will house 190 luxury sea-view apartments alongside a range of dining experiences, signature retail stores and garden spaces.
Gidori’s 18-hole championship golf course sweeps inland through low hills and rocky outcrops, challenging golfers at all levels and featuring innovative design, exquisite coastal views and advanced technology.
The elegant clubhouse will provide sophisticated hospitality for players, while the golf academy will offer expert advice and coaching and will service the traditional game and the next generation of e-sports.
Placed along the golf course is a limited series of 200 individually designed and highly desirable private villas and homes. Visitors to Gidori can also stay in the 80-room boutique luxury hotel, which provides a variety of uniquely designed rooms and distinctive contemporary suites.
The hotel includes restaurants and lounges, a well-being spa, a gym, multiple swimming pools, and an exclusive theatre for curated entertainment.
Gidori’s surroundings are perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, on and off-road cycling, and scenic walks. The beach club will offer relaxed hospitality and entertainment, with an extensive selection of water sports for all ages and experiences.
Come nightfall, observation platforms will provide unrivalled viewing opportunities of the night skies.
NEOM Xaynor: luxury private members’ beach club
NEOM has announced Xaynor, a beachfront private members’ club, on the rocky landscapes of the Gulf of Aqaba.
Xaynor’s secluded seafront location offers a discreet destination where club members can unwind on the Gulf of Aqaba’s beautiful unspoiled coastline.
With its striking architectural design and thoughtfully curated interior, Xaynor elevates comfort and sophistication, offering an environment primed for leisure, relaxation, entertainment, and conversation.
Arriving in Xaynor, guests will be greeted by a canopy entrance, blending with the natural landscape and providing a captivating pathway down to the beach. This distinct architectural style integrates concealed retreats and expansive open spaces.
Xaynor will include private pools, beachside lounges, gourmet dining, a signature entertainment venue, and a world-class spa and wellness centre.
Xaynor also boasts boutique shopping and leisure options, accompanied by members-only experiences personalised in collaboration with internationally renowned brand partners in fashion, art and lifestyle.
NEOM Utamo: stunning Saudi entertainment venue
NEOM has unveiled Utamo, its immersive destination for art and entertainment in Saudi Arabia.
An innovative event space to host global artists, Utamo is the latest destination to be announced by the sustainable regional development evolving in northwest Saudi Arabia. Situated in a mountain located along the Gulf of Aqaba coastline, Utamo creates a unique backdrop for music events, exhibitions, and art activations that will offer unique entertainment experiences.
Combining natural beauty and technology, the venue has been designed to be a place where art and architecture blend harmoniously.
Guests will arrive at Utamo via an extended pathway of a garden promenade, featuring more than 50 species of shrubs, herbs and flowers, before reaching the grand hall. The 64m high entrance sets the scene for the experiences awaiting guests inside.
Utamo is a multipurpose performance space with VIP lounges and signature restaurants and is designed to become one of the world’s most exclusive event spaces.
NEOM says it will play host to performances from the globe’s greatest artists. The space will be carefully crafted to facilitate immersive artistic installations and performances.
The developer said advanced audio-visual systems will captivate guests with sensory experiences, enveloping them in audio-visual wonder as they become part of the performance itself.
NEOM Zardun: luxury eco-resort with 3 hotels, rewilding projects and animal sanctuary in Saudi Arabia
NEOM has announced a luxury eco-resort in Saudi Arabia, complete with elevated observation deck, an animal sanctuary, stargazing and yoga attractions.
Zardun has been designed to blend contemporary luxury with nature. The unique destination is the latest in a series of coastal assets that form part of the ongoing development taking place across the NEOM region.
Overlooking the Gulf of Aqaba, Zardun is a nature-based resort that will host four ultra-luxury signature buildings, all of which will merge harmoniously with the surrounding landscape.
Zardun covers 4sq km and will be a carefully restored haven filled with native plants and animals, says NEOM. Stretching down from the mountains to the seashore, it will include a state-of-the-art experience centre with a 360-degree observation deck.
Zardun will comprise three distinct and luxurious boutique hotels, offering in total 100 rooms and suites. Each hotel will have a different theme so that guests can enjoy an array of experiences that take in amazing views down a stunning valley and out over the sea.
Zardun will offer:
- Trekking
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Stargazing
- Meditation
- Yoga
In addition, guests will be invited to join in educational and field programs on nature protection, conservation and re-wilding.
NEOM Siranna: luxury development with 65-key hotel and residences
NEOM has unveiled tourism development Siranna, and the latest destination to be announced by the sustainable regional development evolving in northwest Saudi Arabia.
Siranna is situated on the Gulf of Aqaba coastline and is an ultra-luxurious destination home to a 65-key hotel, as well as 35 exclusive residences. The destination offers uninterrupted views of the Red Sea, with its tiered design offering diverse views and perspectives.
Located among rugged coastal terrain, the hexagonal pillars are distinctive, yet complementary to the surrounding mountains and flora. Arriving via waterborne transportation to the secluded bay, guests will journey through the natural rock formations before reaching the enchanting entrance of the property.
Developers say Siranna will offer visitors and residents the opportunity to escape the noise and disruptions of everyday life in an effortlessly chic setting.
A signature beach club, spas, and state-of-the-art wellness facilities will be on offer for visitors to unwind. Those seeking a connection with the landscape during their stay will enjoy the winding discovery trails via foot or horseback to explore where the sea, mountain, and wadi meet.
High-end dining and entertainment options will also satisfy a wide range of tastes and interests among guests.
The guiding principle underpinning the development is to ensure minimal intervention in nature, where thoughtful and deliberate techniques will be used to preserve the surrounding landscape. The architecture will pay homage to the heritage of the local area and seamlessly blend into the adjoining mountain and wadi.
NEOM Norlana: coastal wellness community
NEOM has announced a coastal wellness-focused development, Norlana, an exclusive community of 3,000 residents with contemporary luxury and sustainable modern living.
The development features 711 properties with offerings ranging from mansions to spacious apartments and beach villas in tune with nature. Guests and residents will have access to a members’ club with dining experiences and waterfront views.
Nestled among the nature is an 18-hole golf course, an equestrian and polo centre. Additionally, water sports including sailing and diving will be available for residents.
NEOM Leyja: massive new sustainable tourism oasis
Leyja offers a blend of natural beauty and historical significance, extending from the Gulf of Aqaba coast to the 400m-high mountains sculpted by centuries of natural forces, NEOM said.
In line with Saudi Vision 2030 and NEOM’s dedication to creating a diverse and sustainable tourism industry, 95 percent of Leyja’s land will be preserved for nature, incorporating innovative ecological design techniques to harmoniously blend with the environment.
Leyja features three distinct hotels thoughtfully designed by leading architects.
The first property caters to adventure enthusiasts, with a design that integrates seamlessly into the rugged terrain, making it perfect for rock climbing and high-octane experiences.
The second property, positioned at the heart of the valley, serves as a gateway to exploration and discovery. It offers breathtaking views of the valley and is surrounded by a lush oasis.
The third property is a wellness retreat that reflects the natural surroundings with a high-tech, reflective façade, allowing the wadi to pass through the property, offering an interactive experience.
Leyja promises a range of refined experiences, including fine dining, wellness facilities, rooftop infinity-style pools, guided wadi walks, and captivating hiking trails set against dramatic mountain landscapes. Adventure seekers can also enjoy mountain biking and climbing.
