Saudi Arabia’s Sindalah Island, off the coast of NEOM in Saudi Arabia, will open by 2024 and will include a beach club, yacht club and almost 40 restaurants, new details released about the project yesterday confirm.
The announcement from NEOM billed Sindalah Island as “the first luxury island destination in NEOM and one of the most important projects supporting Saudi Arabia’s national tourism strategy.”
“A main gateway to the Red Sea offering bespoke nautical experiences, Sindalah is expected to start welcoming guests to enjoy its exquisite facilities and exclusive offerings from early 2024. It is anticipated that the development will create 3,500 jobs for the tourism sector and hospitality and leisure services,” the announcement said.
Sindalah Island off the coast of NEOM, Saudi Arabia.
Extending over an area of approximately 840,000 square meters, Sindalah, is one of a group of islands that will be developed in NEOM, each according to its unique vision and design.
“This is another significant moment for NEOM and a major step in the Kingdom realizing its tourism ambitions under Vision 2030,” Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said. “Sindalah will be NEOM’s first luxury island and yacht club destination in the Red Sea, providing a scenic gateway to the Red Sea that will become the region’s most exciting and attractive tourism location. It will be a destination where travelers can experience the true beauty of NEOM and Saudi Arabia, above and below the water, making Sindalah the future of luxury travel.”
The announcement said the goal of Sindalah is ultimately to “reshape the luxury international yachting calendar offering a new season for visitors and guests to enjoy.”
Sindalah Island will feature “a prestigious 86-berth marina, an ideal destination for accommodating luxury vessels, while offshore buoys will house superyachts. Providing one-of-a-kind nautical experiences, Sindalah will offer 413 ultra-premium hotel rooms, in addition to 333 top-end serviced apartments. A luxe beach club, glamorous yacht club, and 38 unique culinary offerings will provide an incomparable experience in the Red Sea.”
Sindalah is also hoping to become a popular golfing destination “by offering enthusiasts the opportunity to experience a world-class 6,474-yard (5,920 meters) par 70 course. With its 18 tees, the Sindalah golf course will deliver two unique nine-hole experiences.”
[Click here to read the full press release from NEOM]
