Sofitel to Open Record-Breaking Hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Accor recently announced that it will be expanding its Saudi Arabian portfolio with the signing of Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah – a new landmark property in the heart of Makkah, within walking distance of the Holy Mosque. Currently expected to open in 2026, the hotel will be the largest Sofitel property in the world, with 1,141 rooms and suites.
The hotel will occupy a prime location within the prestigious Jabal Omar master development, providing direct pedestrian access to the Haram, Islam’s holiest site. The hotel will feature 1,141 rooms and suites across two towers – Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah North and Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah South – each offering views of the Holy Mosque and the surrounding cityscape. Staying true to the Sofitel brand, it will offer a sense of French art de vivre blended with Saudi cultural heritage, with a robust offering of six F&B venues, as well as executive meeting facilities and wellness facilities. The project is being developed in partnership with Jabal Omar Development Company (JODC), one of the largest publicly listed real estate firms in the Middle East and a key player in Makkah’s urban transformation.
“Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah is a landmark achievement for Accor in the Middle East luxury sector. The hotel exemplifies our commitment to creating world-class properties that harmonize local heritage with French luxury, offering guests an unparalleled experience at the heart of Makkah,” said Jean-Baptiste Recher, Accor’s chief development officer for Luxury Brands Middle East, Africa, and Turkiye.
By Yi-Hwa Hanna