Bab Samhan, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Opens in Riyadh's Historic Diriyah District

Riyadh’s historic district, Diriyah, now hosts the newly opened Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel. This location presents a unique blend of cultural richness, traditional architecture, and authentic hospitality. Diriyah, also known as the birthplace of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, offers a glimpse into the past while embracing the contemporary era.

Philipp Weghmann, Vice President and Global Brand Leader of The Luxury Collection, expressed his excitement about the new hotel and stressed its commitment to preserving and celebrating Diriyah’s local culture, tradition, and architecture.

Diriyah, known for its ancient Najdi architecture, is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, At-Turaif. This site features well-preserved palaces, mosques, and mudbrick structures representative of Najd, the central region of Saudi Arabia. The hotel gets i