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Shangri-La Jeddah Now Open

by Kimberly Inlander

Mar 11, 2022

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Shangri-La recently made its debut in Saudi Arabia with Shangri-La Jeddah, boasting 220 guestrooms, three restaurants, extensive wellness facilities and a kids club. The hotel is housed in Burj Assila, a 64-story landmark and Jeddah’s tallest building, nearby the city’s top shopping areas and Jeddah Corniche Circuit, home to the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.

 

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Of the 220 guestrooms, 55 are suites and 17 are serviced apartments. All feature views over the Red Sea and Jeddah skyline with floor-to-ceiling windows and spacious balconies. Dining options include Shang Palace, serving modern Chinese cuisine in a space inspired by traditional courtyard siheyuan houses; and The Waterfront Kitchen, a yacht-inspired, all-day restaurant. At COPA, the arts of coffee and chocolate meet.

 

Wellness shines at Shangri-La Jeddah, with health and wellness facilities across two floors boasting state-of-the-art Technogym cardio machines and weights. The Spa at Shangri-La’s menu, crafted by Nature Bissé, focuses on effective beauty and wellness therapies. The outdoor swimming pool boasts sea views from its seventh-floor location alongside recreational facilities. A Kids’ Club entertains the little guests with activities and entertainment.

 

Shangri-La

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Even the versatile event space enjoys stellar Red Sea views through floor-to-ceiling windows. At 960 square meters, the Shangri-La Grand Ballroom offers a perfect space for weddings and events.

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