Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Raffles The Red Sea, positioned on the north-western shores of Shura Island. Set between a lagoon and the open sea, the new luxury resort follows the natural contours of the coastline as part of Foster + Partners’ Coral Bloom masterplan.

The property houses 121 guestrooms, 14 suites and 33 private pool villas featuring private terraces with views across the water. Dedicated Raffles Butler Service is provided across all room categories.

Facilities at the resort are set to open in structured phases. Guests currently have access to five dining spaces, including Eastern Mediterranean restaurant Ni’ma, Singaporean-inspired Siparaja, and Pan-Arabic lounge El Nay. Regional afternoon tea is served at Anbara, while family dining is available at the Pool Bar. Speciality venues will follow at a later date.

A dedicated Raffles Curator oversees the resort’s cultural programming, incorporating local artwork, literature and craft traditions. Future additions will include the Raffles Spa & Wellness centre, an adults’ pool, seven treatment rooms, a hammam, sauna, vitality pool and lap pool, as well as dedicated activity centres for children and teenagers. Guests can currently access a gym, padel courts and water sports facilities.

Beyond the resort grounds, visitors can access the 18-hole Shura Links golf course, Marina Village retail, WAMA water sports, Galaxea diving activities, and land excursions with Akun. Shura Island runs entirely on renewable energy and is accessed from Red Sea International Airport via electric vehicle across a 3.3-kilometre crossing.

“The opening of Raffles The Red Sea marks an exciting new chapter for Raffles in Saudi Arabia,” said Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles Hotels & Resorts. “Set within one of the world’s most remarkable marine environments, the resort brings the distinctive character of Raffles to a new and compelling destination in the Kingdom. From highly personalized service, delivered through the intuitive care of our butlers, to the comfort and privacy of residential-style accommodations, every element is designed to create a stay that is both inspiring and unmistakably Raffles. As we continue to expand across Saudi Arabia, this opening reflects our ambition to create exceptional hospitality experiences in extraordinary destinations, building on the legacy of legendary service and enchanted glamour that have defined Raffles for nearly 140 years.”

“Our aim is to give guests the freedom to find their own rhythm on the island,” said Charles Saliba, Managing Director, Raffles The Red Sea and Fairmont The Red Sea. “A day might begin on the water, move into the spa, end over dinner by the sea, or unfold more quietly through art, storytelling and time together. The experience is designed to feel personal, unhurried, and connected to the place.”