Radisson Hits Record Momentum with 3,200 Keys Signed In MENA

The hotel group has been diversifying its offering across the Middle East and North Africa, with hotels, branded residences, and more.

Radisson Hotel Group has just reported a record-breaking 2025 for its Middle East and northeast Africa operations, having closed the year with 3,200 keys signed and 1,300 new rooms opened. The growth spurt reflects a diversified strategy across the region, moving beyond traditional hotels into branded residences and serviced apartments.

Saudi Arabia remains a primary engine for the group’s expansion, fueled by consistent demand across the corporate, leisure, and religious travel sectors. Recent additions to the kingdom’s hospitality landscape include the Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Al Sahafa, Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya, Radisson Blu Hotel and Convention Centre, Riyadh Minhal, and the Radisson Hotel Madinah. Looking ahead, the group is collaborating with Knowledge Economic City to develop a Park Inn by Radisson property in Madinah, specifically designed to capture the growing midscale and long-stay markets.

In the UAE, the group is pivoting toward residential-led opportunities. This is headlined by the signing of Radisson Residences Al Reem Island in Abu Dhabi, a premium waterfront project in partnership with Royal Development Holding. Further north in Ras Al Khaimah, development continues for Radisson RED on Al Marjan Island, where a lead design consultant has now been appointed.

Egypt has also seen a significant revival in its pipeline, with Radisson securing nearly 1,000 keys in 2025 alone. This includes the Radisson Resort North Coast, while the Radisson Collection Resort, Marsa Alam, is currently set for a 2027 debut.