Your Guide to Saudi’s New Red Sea Lifestyle Destination 'AMAALA'

If you’ve ever imagined a place where the desert doesn’t just touch the sea but leans into it, folding cliffs, coral reefs, and wide open silence into one surreal landscape…that’s AMAALA. Situated along Saudi Arabia’s northwest coast, between the Red Sea and the Hijaz Mountains, AMAALA is part of the Kingdom’s shift toward nature-led, regenerative tourism. Think protected marine life, slow travel, stargazing-level night skies, and wellness experiences that actually feel like they were designed by people who know how to rest.
Spanning three natural bays, this coastal playground will eventually feature 25 hotels, luxury marina villages, a marine-life institute, and miles of trails and coastal hideaways. But it’s opening in stages, starting with six ultra-luxury resorts and a handful of curated experiences designed for anyone who wants to do a little—or a lot—of everything, from unwinding in a magnesium vitality pool to chasing the sunrise on horseback. So, without getting too poetic about it (though it definitely invites that), here’s everything to know before you start thinking about booking a one-way ticket. The Journey to the Red Sea Red Sea International Airport connects directly to Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, and Riyadh, with electric vehicles ferrying you to your bay of choice. Soon, European flights and the renovated Al Wajh Airport will make this edge-of-the-world oasis feel effortlessly near. The Resorts That Redefine Rest

Equinox Resort and Residences
This is wellness at full volume. A subterranean spa grotto hides beneath the open air, magnesium pools glint like liquid gold, and hyperbaric chambers hum quietly with regeneration. Every room, every suite, even the penthouses, are calibrated for sleep, recovery, and presence—a quiet luxury that doesn’t shout but asks you to notice. Four Seasons Resort and Residences
Lush gardens, cascading water, and pools that reflect the sky. The kind of place where kids explore under sun-bleached pergolas while adults lose track of time in lounges designed to mirror nature’s flow. Six dining outlets offer both comfort and invention, while a Discovery Centre encourages curiosity, not just relaxation. Nammos Resort and Residences
Vibrant, social, alive. Nammos is about sunsets on private islands, cocktails kissed by the sea breeze, and the energy of a playground where wellness meets lifestyle. It’s equally suited for solo wanderers and groups seeking a pulse of life on the water. Rosewood Resort
Elegance and ecology entwined. Rosewood slices the resort into zones for families, couples, and wellness seekers. Signature treatments at Asaya Spa, organic menus, and design that dialogues with the surrounding desert and sea make every moment deliberate, considered, and restorative. Six Senses
A sanctuary of experiments in vitality: sleep programmes, biohacking labs, yoga, detox rituals, and movement therapies. The 3,000 square metre spa doesn’t just pamper—it invites you to step into your body in ways you didn’t know you could. AMAALA Hotel Casual, curated, intimate—a place for those running the destination and those discovering it alike. Think beach clubs, Levantine kitchens, and spaces that quietly hum with purpose. The Yacht Club Experience
One of the world’s premier yachting destinations, the Yacht Club is more than a place to dock your boat. It hosts elite events, including the grand finale of The Ocean Race in 2027, and offers a sailing academy that honours centuries of Red Sea maritime heritage.  The Marine-Life Institute
Corallium, AMAALA’s marine-life institute, celebrates the Red Sea’s astonishing biodiversity. Immersive exhibits, dazzling marine displays, and storytelling led by passionate experts spark a sense of guardianship over this vibrant underwater world. The Five-Kilometer Wellness Route
A five-kilometre ribbon of calm weaving between resorts, the Wellness Route is perfect for mindful walks, cycling, and quiet reflection.  The Marina Village
Bustling yet serene, the Marina Village comes alive with cafés, boutiques, and local artisans creating sustainable, story-filled crafts. It’s a space for wandering, lingering, and discovering treasures designed to feel like they belong to the place itself. The Wild Adventures
Horseback rides at sunrise let you chase the first light across soft desert dunes. Guided archaeological tours whisper the hidden histories of the Red Sea coast. And as night falls, yoga sessions, poetry readings, and quiet meditation become rituals beneath a blanket of stars. The Sustainability Behind it All
AMAALA doesn’t just preach sustainability—it’s embedded in every detail. Powered entirely by renewable energy, with capped visitor numbers and habitats actively enhanced for biodiversity, the destination ensures that the Red Sea and desert remain unbroken, unspoiled, and utterly extraordinary.