THE DEFINITION OF LUXURY MODERN LIVING

Riyadh has experienced a remarkable transformation over the years, expanding itself into a modern metropolis.

With an enviable location in the heart of Saudi Arabia, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh remains an architectural icon of the thriving city skyline.

Occupying the 30th to 50th floors of the prestigious 99-storey Kingdom Centre, the hotel is celebrating 20 years as the setting for unforgettable stays above the capital of Saudi Arabia, having originally opened on February 28th 2003.

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, recognised by Forbes Travel Guide with a prestigious Five-Star Hotel Award, continues to stand as one of the country’s top luxury properties, providing international travellers and locals with exceptional experiences and shaping the concept of luxury hospitality across Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and beyond. The 276-room hotel has undergone two renovations in as many decades, the latest of which now leaves Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh well placed to maintain its leading edge in the capital’s hospitality landscape.

Immersive rooms

It was November 2020 when Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh unveiled the first stage of the renovation project, with newly redesigned rooms and suites that immerse guests in Saudi culture.

Inspired by the literal meaning of Riyadh, which translates as “garden”, the sumptuous guest rooms showcase two distinctive colour palettes with vivid shades of green and turquoise exuding throughout.

The decorative walls also incorporate historic tribal patterns engraved in wood, a recurring motif that is also found in the bespoke closet wall coverings and the sliding window panels that connect the bathroom with the bedroom. Each of the wall panels are accented with stylish tufted and stitched leather upholstery, further adding to the feel of luxurious refinement.

Artwork selected in partnership with the philanthropic foundation, Alwaleed Philanthropies, equally focuses on empowering and celebrating local craftsmanship throughout the property and is an uplifting reflection of these fresh new rooms, which are complete with all the comforts of advanced in-room technology such as automated curtains and lighting systems, iPads, smart TVs, Bose Bluetooth speakers, and smart makeup mirrors.

“The redesigned spaces embrace the heritage of the city, and at the same time reflect contemporary aesthetics and the design-savvy sensibility of the modern traveller who expects a sensory experience and a place of comfort within the hotel,” says Guenter Gebhard, Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh.

‘‘Our new look offers an authentic and safe luxury experience for guests unlike any other in the city.”

Royally renovated

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh’s newly renovated Royal Suites, meanwhile, were unveiled in November 2021.

The two spacious suites are palaces in the sky fitted out with indulgent comforts, lavish appointments, contemporary interpretations of historical motifs, and locally produced artworks to create welcoming spaces for family travellers and groups of friends high above the heart of Riyadh.

Located on the 44th and 46th floors respectively, the former replicates the soft green and turquoise palette of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh’s renovated rooms, whilst the latter draws from Saudi heritage with deep red colour tones. Each Royal Suite is laid out for spaciousness and comfort, stretching 240 square metres (sqm) and looking out onto panoramic views of the city, illuminated by the warmth and glow of soothing lamps and natural sunlight.

Marble-topped bedside tables flank a king-side bed in the master bedroom, just off which a full bathroom is arrayed in beige marble with dual vanities, mirror TVs, a separate shower, and an extended tub for a blissful submission. The Royal Suites also house a living room with comfortable sofas and chairs, contemporary coffee tables and a 75-inch Smart TV, a dining room with seating for 10 people, a slender kitchen fully equipped for whipping up everything from tasty snacks to full meals, as well as a private gym, welcoming foyer, handsome study, and two walk-in closets. If there was any doubt that the hotel is the high point for hospitality in the Saudi Arabian capital, one look at the luxury and design of the Royal Suites will only reemphasise its commitment to offering an incomparable hospitality experience.

Signature Suite

The latest treasure unveiled by Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh as part of its $150 million renovation, which taps into the capital’s love of ultra-exclusivity, superior comfort and eye- catching reinvention, is the Kingdom Suite.

Debuted in July 2022, this opulent 330 sqm duplex is situated between the 48th and 50th floors of the Kingdom Centre and is the most highly anticipated addition to the hotel’s magnificent portfolio of accommodation.

Phases of the moon expressed in other areas of the hotel are likewise referenced in the Kingdom Suite, which hosts an impressive contemporary ceiling pendant in the main living area and guarantees breathtaking views of the city.

Luxurious features of the Kingdom Suite include an impressive contemporary ceiling pedant, and a Master Innovation turntable handmade in Germany accompanied by an eclectic selection of vinyl records, carefully sourced by a special curator.

Colour tones of red and soft blue delicately dominate the scheme and stand out in the neutral background, embellished by elegant furnishing, Saudi objets d’art, and all the thoughtful Four Seasons touches, resulting in an exclusive enclave resonating with heritage, style and glamour.

“The Kingdom Suite has been astutely designed to engage the senses of our guests and create visual narratives that they will remember long after they leave,” says Gebhard “Combined with well-thought amenities and intuitive Four Seasons service, our new Kingdom Suite offers guests the ultimate in luxury, the opportunity to take time to connect with loved ones and create timely experiences.”

The renovations come at an exciting time to be part of the hospitality industry in Saudi Arabia, with Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh’s plans for expansion and the country prioritising the growth of tourism and development of local talent.

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