IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of two new hotels, Kimpton and EVEN Hotels Jeddah King Abdullah Sports City (KASC) – in partnership with Koushan Real Estate Development Company. The new hotels will be located within the King Abdullah Sports City masterplan, which is a landmark district around the stadium that will hold the FIFA World Cup in 2034. They are scheduled to open in 2028. This marks a significant milestone for IHG in the rapidly-evolving hospitality industry of the Kingdom.
The dual-branded project brings together IHG’s premium lifestyle brands EVEN Hotels and Kimpton, IHG’s boutique luxury lifestyle brand. Together, the two brands will cater to guests of all types, including sports fans and athletes from around the world, as well as wellness-conscious business travelers and high end guests.
The two hotels, strategically located in Jeddah’s northern part, offer easy access to the major infrastructure such as the stadium, retail, and leisure zones, along with King Abdulaziz International Airport.. This central location offers visitors a dynamic experience that is connected and lifestyle-focused.
Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts, India, Middle East & Africa, said: “We are delighted to once again partner with Koushan Real Estate Development Company to bring Kimpton Hotels and EVEN Hotels into a location that is as iconic and strategic as King Abdullah Sports City. This double signing will not only increase our luxury and lifestyle footprint within the Kingdom but also align with Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to build world-class destinations in advance of the FIFA World Cup 2034. Kimpton, our luxury brand, is known for its boutique hotels and restaurants, which are individually designed and focus on self expression, high-quality design and genuine warmth. With EVEN Hotels we are reimagining the concept of wellness hospitality and seamlessly integrating it with travelers’ lifestyles. We look forward in delivering unforgettable experiences that combine health, culture and heartfelt welcome. “We look forward to delivering unforgettable experiences that combine health, culture, and hospitality.”
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Marwan Al Qaydy is the Chief Executive Officer of Koushan Real Estate Development Company. Our partnership with IHG ensures guests will enjoy a world-class stay that is rooted in quality, innovation, and experience-led living. Our partnership with IHG will guarantee that our guests have a world class stay that is rooted on quality, innovation and experience led living.
Kimpton Jeddah KASC, with its 330 rooms, will be a vibrant hub for social interaction, rooted in the local culture as well as global lifestyle trends. Known for its bold design, heartfelt hospitality, and elevated F&B experiences, the hotel will feature a range of specialty restaurants, wellness facilities including spa and gym, as well as flexible space for events, conferences, and social gatherings.
EVEN Jeddah KASC is a 255 key new construction that will redefine wellness travel in the area. With its in-room fitness zones, nutritious dining options, and modern recreational spaces, the hotel will support guests seeking balance, rejuvenation, and active living – whether traveling for business or leisure.
EVEN Hotels, as the only brand of its kind in the Middle East, will redefine the meaning of “traveling well”. The brand’s reimagination of wellness is based on in-depth research and adaptations to the way today’s travellers integrate well-being in their lifestyle. Whether guests want to energise, unwind, or reset, EVEN Hotels will offer the freedom to do it their way—from in-room wellness zones and craveable food and drink, to state-of-the-art fitness, recreation, and vibrant social spaces.
Kimpton is known for its unique design, heartfelt service, and immersive lifestyle experience. It has a strong presence in the Americas and Europe. The brand’s debut in Jeddah represents an important milestone in the Middle East, as it meets the increasing demand for authentic hospitality and experiences in Saudi Arabia’s luxury segment.
Kimpton Hotels and EVEN Hotels Jeddah KASC are joining IHG’s expanding portfolio. More than 6,600 Hotels Worldwide The pipeline for a robust product development. More than 2200 propertiesReinforcing its position as an operator of choice in the Kingdom, and beyond.
