Manazel Al Naqaa Limited Company and Marriott International announced the signing of an agreement to convert Shirvan Hotel City Yard Jeddah into an Autograph Collection Hotel. The property will undergo a brand positioning process, visual identity development and selected enhancement works ahead of its anticipated opening as an Autograph Collection Hotel in December 2026. The hotel will remain operational during the transition period.
On behalf of the ownership of Shirvan Hotel, Mr. Khalid and Mr. Ayman, โWe are excited to begin this new chapter for Shirvan Hotel in collaboration with Marriott International. Shirvan Hotel was created as a characterful Jeddah address, inspired by Saudi hospitality, local culture and the social energy of City Yard. Joining Autograph Collection Hotels is an exciting evolution for the property and reflects our ambition to position Shirvan as one of Jeddahโs most memorable lifestyle hotels for local, regional and international guests.โ
โSaudi Arabia remains a key growth market for Marriott International, and we continue to see strong momentum across the Kingdomโs hospitality landscape,โ said Talal Yousif, Senior Director, Development โ Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Kuwait, Marriott International. โThe signing of the Autograph Collection Hotel with Manazel Al Naqaa Limited Company reflects our ongoing focus on expanding our portfolio with distinctive properties. We look forward to further strengthening our presence in Jeddah and contributing to the evolution of the cityโs hospitality offering.โ
Industry sources added that Shirvan Hotel is a boutique hotel located within City Yard, a mixed-use plaza in the upscale Al Rawdah district. Upon joining Autograph Collection Hotels, the hotel is expected to feature 113 rooms and suites, alongside a selection of dining venues, wellness facilities, meeting spaces, a fitness center and swimming pool. The hotel will be part of a fully integrated lifestyle destination, bringing together hospitality, dining, retail and social experiences within a contemporary urban setting.
City Yard has been designed as a lively urban destination with a central plaza, interior street and generous outdoor spaces that encourage guests and the local community to relax, work, exercise, socialize, stay and dine. The development features landscaped open areas, water features, pedestrian-friendly spaces and a strong food and beverage offering, creating a sense of place rooted in Jeddahโs hospitality and modern urban lifestyle.
Industry sources affirmed that the hotel is located in the Al Rawdah district and offers convenient access to key commercial, lifestyle and cultural areas of Jeddah, as well as King Abdulaziz International Airport. The property is known for its low-rise architecture, sandstone-clad faรงade, warm interiors, open-air spaces and contemporary Saudi-inspired design, with experiences extending across boutique accommodation, dining, wellness and social venues.
Autograph Collection Hotels currently features over 365 hotels globally. Each hotel is a product of passion and a personal realization of its individual founderโs vision, making each hotel singular and special. Hand-selected for their inherent craft, Autograph Collection hotels offer rich immersive moments that leave a lasting imprint.
