Saudi Arabia's AMAALA Welcomes Nammos Resort
Opening later this year, the resort offers 110 ocean-view rooms and 20 exclusive residences near AMAALA Marina. Foster + Partners infused local Hijazi elements into the structure, while interiors showcase Terrazzo flooring, textured walls, and aquamarine-gold palettes. World-Class Amenities and Dining Experiences
Guests will enjoy a spa, fitness center, and Children's Club alongside diverse dining venues. Savor Latin American-Asian fusion at Nalu Restaurant or Red Sea sunsets at the Horizon Bar. Omnia Restaurant will host rotating guest chefs, elevating culinary innovation.
Nammos Restaurant AMAALA, accessible via boat from Marina Village, features private cabanas and an infinity pool. The venue remains exclusive to AMAALA guests, enhancing its allure as a secluded paradise.
John Pagano, RSG Group CEO, hailed the resort as a milestone merging contemporary design with unmatched luxury. Eight AMAALA phase-one resorts will debut within months, solidifying Saudi Arabia's luxury tourism ambitions.
Petros Stathis, Chairman of Nammos World, praised Saudi leadership's commitment to redefining global hospitality. Sanjay Nandi, ADMO Lifestyle Holding CEO, emphasized the resort's role in expanding their premium hospitality portfolio. AMAALA's Triple Bay: A Future Luxury Hub
Triple Bay, AMAALA's flagship development, aims to welcome visitors by 2025 with 12 resorts and three residential communities. Upon completion, the megaproject will boast 4,000 hotel rooms, 1,200 luxury residences, and world-class marinas.
This transformative vision positions Saudi Arabia as a beacon of luxury travel, blending cultural heritage with cutting-edge innovation. Nammos Resort AMAALA epitomizes this ambition, inviting global travelers to experience unparalleled elegance on the Red Sea.
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