Shaza Hotels expands Saudi Arabia portfolio with signing of Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort | News
Shaza Hotels, the leading luxury hospitality brand inspired by the cultures of the Silk Road and the Arabian Peninsula, today announced the signing of the official Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) with FSM Hospitality Company for the development and operation of Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort, a distinctive luxury lifestyle and equestrian destination in Riyadh.
The agreement was signed during the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia 2026, held in Riyadh, and marked another important milestone in Shaza Hotels’ strategic expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Owned by FSM Hospitality Company, under the leadership of His Highness Prince Fahad bin Saad Al Saud, Chairman, and Her Highness Princess Fahdah bint Saud Al Saud, Managing Director, Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort will become one of Riyadh’s most distinctive hospitality destinations.
Located in Al Jubailah, Riyadh, and covering an area of approximately 63,500 square meters, the resort will offer a premium leisure and lifestyle experience centered around horse riding and outdoor recreation, seamlessly combining luxury accommodation, wellness, recreation and world-class equestrian facilities in a unique natural environment.
Mr. Simon Coombs, President & CEO of Shaza Hotels, said: “The signing of the Hotel Management Agreement for Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort marks a significant milestone in our growth strategy within Saudi Arabia. This exceptional project reflects our commitment to creating meaningful destinations that celebrate local culture while delivering world-class hospitality. Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort is unlike any other development in the Kingdom, combining luxury, wellness, sports and equestrian heritage in a way that is both authentic and highly distinctive. We are honored to deepen our partnership with FSM Hospitality and we look forward to bringing this remarkable vision to life.”
Mr Mohammed Al Nashwan, Owner Representative of FSM Hospitality Company, said: “Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort has been thoughtfully designed as a destination that honors Saudi Arabia’s rich equestrian traditions while introducing a refined hospitality experience for both residents and international visitors. We are pleased to partner with Shaza Hotels, whose expertise in creating culturally inspired luxury experiences perfectly aligns with our ambitions for the project. The resort is designed to appeal to families, wellness enthusiasts, equestrian enthusiasts and leisure travelers. speak. is being developed as a historic destination that will introduce a new dimension of experiential hospitality to Riyadh.”
Commenting on Shaza Hotels’ growth trajectory, Shaji Abu Salih, Vice President of Business Development & Growth, Shaza Hotels and Mysk by Shaza, added: “Saudi Arabia remains one of the most dynamic and strategically important hospitality markets in the world. Our expansion in the Kingdom reinforces Shaza Hotels’ commitment to supporting KSA Vision 2030’s tourism goals through the development of differentiated destinations.
At the heart of the Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort will be an extensive Equestrian Club with 100 horse boxes, three professional equestrian arenas and special routes designed for horse riding, cycling and walking through the surrounding landscape.
The resort would house 120 units, including 30 luxury villas and 90 rooms and suites, a signature spa, dedicated fitness facilities for men and women, paddle courts, football pitches and an extensive leisure pool designed for families and holidaymakers. The leisure offering is complemented by a collection of indoor and outdoor restaurants, a clubhouse and coffee lounges that create vibrant social spaces while embracing the resort’s natural environment.
The project further strengthens Shaza Hotels’ growing presence in Saudi Arabia, where the brand continues to pursue opportunities that align with the Kingdom’s ambitious tourism transformation agenda. In addition to developments in Riyadh and Mecca and a growing international portfolio in the Middle East, East Africa, Turkey, Central Asia and North America, Shaza Hotels remains focused on delivering culturally rich hospitality experiences that combine authenticity, elegance and contemporary luxury.
