From Left to Right: Michael Koth, Area Vice President, Operations at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Joanna Flint, Chief Commercial Officer of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Christoph Mares, Chief Operating Officer of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, His Royal Highness Prince Bandar Bin Saud Bin Khaled Al Saud, Chairman of Al Khozama Investment Company, Khalid Saud Abu Haimed, CEO of Al Khozama Investment Company, Luc Delafosse, Vice President of Al Khozama Hospitality and Richard Johnson, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh.

To mark this significant milestone, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held in the presence of Al Khozama Company’s Chairman, His Royal Highness Prince Bandar Bin Saud Bin Khaled Al Saud, and Chief Executive Officer, Khalid Saud Abu Haimed, as well as Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s senior leadership including Chief Operating Officer, Christoph Mares, Chief Commercial Officer, Joanna Flint, Area Vice President Operations, Michael Koth, and General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, Richard Johnson. As part of the ceremony, the hotel’s signature fan designed by Her Royal Highness Princess Nourah Al Faisal was unveiled, a stunning creation that draws inspiration from Saudi Arabia’s rich history, dynamic present and compelling future.

Khalid Abu Haimed, Chief Executive Officer of Al Khozama Investment, said, "The Al Faisaliah district, a defining presence in Riyadh's skyline since 2000, forms an indelible part of the community's collective memory. With the arrival of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to the Kingdom, the iconic property is poised to add even more excitement to the capital and Al Faisaliah district, promising every visitor a uniquely elevated and enriched experience."

The hotel’s General Manager, Richard Johnson, stated, “We are honoured to continue Al Faisaliah Hotel’s legacy as an iconic hotel and lifestyle destination, whilst reaffirming Mandarin Oriental’s commitment to the region. Our mission is to bring the exceptional to life, putting our guests right in the heart of luxury, business, prime dining and exploration, complete with the impeccable service that Mandarin Oriental is known for.”

Seamlessly blending contemporary luxury with Arabian design elements, Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah now features refreshed interiors, advanced spa and wellness treatments, innovative dining outlets, and a whole new world of entertainment.

Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah is an architecturally recognisable part of the city’s skyline, within a world-class leisure and entertainment complex in the prestigious Olaya district, easily accessible from King Khalid International Airport and King Abdulaziz Historical Center. It represents the ultimate destination for socialising and celebrating life’s biggest milestones, with Prince Sultan’s Grand Hall as the centrepiece of the hotel’s event facilities. The magnificent space holds up to 4,000 guests, in addition to offering world-class catering services, a high-tech Business Centre and versatile meeting rooms for all occasions.