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Overview
Shura Island is naturally dolphin-shaped and the hub of The Red Sea destination. Guests will be in awe of the breathtaking architecture and sustainable designs of the 11 world-class resorts set to open there in 2025.
Affectionately known as ‘Coral Bloom’, the hotel designs take inspiration from the thriving coral reefs that surround the island.
Shura is a one-hour drive from Red Sea International Airport, which includes driving over Saudi Arabia’s longest overwater bridge.
This magical island consists of a series of lagoons, beaches, and dunes, with an 18-hole championship golf course and a yacht marina on one side.
FACTS - Shura Island
Facts
The archipelago where Shura Island is located is home to the world's fourth largest barrier reef system
There will be 11 hotels on Shura, operated by some of the most distinguished hotel brands in the world
The resorts will be created using lightweight materials with a low thermal mass
The design concept, known as Coral Bloom, was created by renowned British architects Foster + Partners
The island is naturally formed in the shape of a dolphin
Shura is connected to the mainland by a 3.3km crossing, including a 1.2km bridge – the longest internal bridge in Saudi Arabia
SHURA HIGHLIGHTS
SHURA HIGHLIGHTS
Shura Progress Video
Where the magic of nature meets world-class luxury, Shura – the main hub island at The Red Sea – is closer than ever to welcoming guests.
Watch videoShura Bridge Progress Video
Shura Bridge is the gateway to our main hub island, Shura, where 11 international hotel brands will open as part of phase one of The Red Sea.
Watch videoDesigns revealed for Coral Bloom resort
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Chairman of The Red Sea Global (RSG), has launched the Coral Bloom concept, which was created by architectural firm Foster + Partners, and designed to blend in with the island’s pristine natural environment.
Watch videoShura
Island Design
The design concept for Shura Island is known as Coral Bloom because of how it carefully blends in with the pristine natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. With their nature-inspired designs, the Shura hotels will give guests a unique barefoot luxury experience like no other place on earth.
While having a shared master design, the resorts will offer distinct villas and experiences, and will be enjoyed by a range of guests, from honeymooners and families to adventure seekers and wellness lovers.
The buildings have been designed to provide natural defenses from erosion, while new habitats have been created through landscaping that enhances the island’s natural state.
This is the Toolkit that we have developed at Red Sea Global, and will continue to follow, and are now proudly sharing for the benefit of all.
Milestones - Shura
Project milestones
Financial Close with Riyad Bank
Red Sea Global has announced the successful completion of a SAR 2 billion ($522 million) financing agreement with Riyad Bank for the development of the Four Seasons Resort on Shura Island at The Red Sea destination.
Read more Read moreCompletion of The Structural Work on Shura Bridge
Structural work on the 1.2km long Shura Bridge is complete. The iconic crossing connects mainland Saudi Arabia to our central hub island at #TheRedSea and is an essential piece of opening phase one #LeadingTheWay
Watch video Watch videoRed Sea Global Achieves Commercial Close on SAR 1 billion Al Mutlaq Group Joint Venture Debt Financing
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Read more Read moreShura Bridge Opening
We’re delighted to announce that today we officially opened our 3.3 km Shura Bridge, connecting the Saudi west coast mainland with our hub island #Shura where 11 of the 16 hotels we’re opening in phase one will be.
Watch video Watch videoProgress on Shura Island
Check out this video update from our hub island Shura, where we're building 11 world-class resorts that will open as part of phase one of #TheRedSea. Land upfill and soil compaction are mostly complete in preparation for the construction of the hotels, with some tenders for concrete, steel and precast work awarded and others coming to market to soon.
Watch video Watch videoFirst Joint Venture Agreement with Al Mutlaq Group for The Red Sea
RSG has announced that it has entered into a Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Al Mutlaq Real Estate Investment Co. (AREIC), a subsidiary of the Al Mutlaq Group (AMG).
Read more Read moreShura Bridge Connecting The Land & Sea
Our iconic Shura Bridge is developing rapidly. The 3.3km causeway connects our hub island to the mainland and will be one of the main routes giving guests access the island.
Watch video Watch videoRSG appoints ARCHIRODON to design and build Shura Bridge
RSG has appointed ARCHIRODON to design and build a 1.2km iconic bridge which is part of the 3.3km crossing to its main hub island, Shura.
Read more Read moreLaunch of ‘Coral Bloom’
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Chairman of Red Sea Global, has launched the Coral Bloom concept, which was created by architectural firm Foster + Partners, and designed to blend in with the island’s pristine natural environment.
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OUR ASSETS
Shura Island
Shura is the main hub island at The Red Sea with 11 world-class resorts, luxury marinas, an 18-hole championship golf course, entertainment, restaurants, and leisure facilities set to open in 2025. With a natural dolphin shape, the island is one of 92 in our archipelago and home to stunning vistas, incredible fauna and flora, and beautiful wildlife.
Red Sea International Airport
Red Sea International Airport (RSI) opened for domestic flights in 2023, with flights from Riyadh and Jeddah. In April 2024, RSI started operating international services, with a twice weekly flight from Dubai. More overseas destinations are set to be announced.
Explore the Airport Explore the AirportLandscape Nursery
At over 1 million square meters, our Landscape Nursery is the largest in the region and part of our planet-first approach to enriching the natural environment and setting new standards in sustainable development. The nursery opened in 2020, and we have grown more than 5 million plants from a target of 30 million by 2030 for The Red Sea and Amaala.
Explore Landscape Nursery Explore Landscape NurseryDesert Rock
Set in a hidden valley and nestled between the mountains, Desert Rock is a 60-key luxury hotel where guests can immerse themselves in nature on a whole new level while offering unparalleled luxury. It is one of two inland resorts opening as part of phase one of The Red Sea destination.
Explore Desert Rock Explore Desert RockTurtle Bay Village
Turtle Bay Village opened in 2023 as a state-of-the-art residential town for Red Sea Global staff working at The Red Sea destination. Housing around 6,000 of the 14,000 employees that will eventually live there, this flourishing community also includes Turtle Bay Hotel for staff, contractors, and business guests.
Explore Turtle Bay Explore Turtle BaySheybarah Island
Sheybarah Island is home to Shebara resort, the first announced hotel to be entirely operated by Red Sea Global. A 45-minute boat ride from the coast, Sheybarah Island offers exclusivity and bliss.
Explore Sheybarah Explore SheybarahUmmahat Islands
Ummahat is home to two of our most exclusive resorts: The St. Regis Red Sea Resort, our second hotel to open, and Nujuma, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve, which will open in 2024. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches and an abundance of coral reefs, the island offers new levels of luxury.
Explore Ummahat Explore UmmahatSouthern Dunes
Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea, was the first resort to open at The Red Sea and is one of two inland hotels in phase one.
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Shura
Island Design
The design concept for Shura Island is known as Coral Bloom because of how it carefully blends in with the pristine natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. With their nature-inspired designs, the Shura hotels will give guests a unique barefoot luxury experience like no other place on earth.
While having a shared master design, the resorts will offer distinct villas and experiences, and will be enjoyed by a range of guests, from honeymooners and families to adventure seekers and wellness lovers.
The buildings have been designed to provide natural defenses from erosion, while new habitats have been created through landscaping that enhances the island’s natural state.
This is the Toolkit that we have developed at Red Sea Global, and will continue to follow, and are now proudly sharing for the benefit of all.
Shura Island Design
The design concept for Shura Island is known as Coral Bloom because of how it carefully blends in with the pristine natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. With their nature-inspired designs, the Shura hotels will give guests a unique barefoot luxury experience like no other place on earth.
While having a shared master design, the resorts will offer distinct villas and experiences, and will be enjoyed by a range of guests, from honeymooners and families to adventure seekers and wellness lovers.
The buildings have been designed to provide natural defenses from erosion, while new habitats have been created through landscaping that enhances the island’s natural state.
This is the Toolkit that we have developed at The Red Sea Global (RSG), and will continue to follow, and are now proudly sharing for the benefit of all.
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