Hilton | Portfolio Expansion in the Middle East with the Opening of Two New Hotels in Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc., American multinational hospitality company based in Tysons,Vrginia announced the opening of two new hotels in Mecca, officially known as Makkah - Al Mukkarramah, or simply Makkah, a city considered the birthplace of Islam and of the prophet Muhammad, and the site where the Quran was revealed, located in the Sirāt Mountains, inland from the Red Sea within the Hejaz region at the centre of seven hills in western Saudi Arabia,  known to be a prominent annual destination for several Muslim pilgrims.  

The opening of the Double Tree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah and Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton nearly doubles Hilton’s presence in the city and marks a relevant portfolio expansion in the Middle East, in a veey demanded destination welcomes approximately 20 million annually from around the globe. 

Both properties are owned by Wirgan Hospitality, a Makkah - based hospitality company founded in 2021 that operates hotels catering to pilgrims and business travellers with a focus to provide modern, comfortable accommodation in the city particularly supporting the growing tourism and pilgrimage infrastructure. .

Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton: The hotel is the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton property in Makkah and is the largest hotel of the brand globally. This upscale hotel hosted in a grand building with a curved façade is located at 3697 Al Khansa, near the historic Hira Cave, 7 kilometres from Masjid al-– Haram also known as the Great Mosque  and 95 km from King Abdulaziz International Airport. 

The property features 1.386 soundproofed rooms, including family rooms, an all - day restaurant serving international cuisine, coffee shop, fitness centre, two ballrooms, eight meeting rooms, a kid’s club, free WiFi, and on - site parking. 

The hotel joins the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand characterized by independent hotels uniquely designed and reflecting the local culture and environment, offering guests an authentic and memorable experience, known for their vibrant design, comfort, and excellence in service.  

DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah: The hotel is located in the eastern area of the Al Aziziyah district, close to the Hira Cave and five minutes from Masjid Al Haram and Makkah Mall. 

The property features 381 modern guest rooms suites tailored for pilgrims and leisure travellers, an all - day dining restaurant serving international and local cuisine, a lobby café, a fitness centre, and flexible meeting rooms. The hotel offers family - friendly amenities, including a kid’s club, and the signature chocolate chip cookie welcome. 

The hotel joins the DoubleTree by Hilton brand focused on comfort and warm hospitality, offering modern fitness, business centres, meeting and event spaces, contemporary accommodations, unique food and beverage options. The brand emphasises pleasant stays through its “Human moments” and special comforts, catering to both business and leisure travellers.

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https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article139756.html

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