Michelin Guide 2025 acknowledges luxury hospitality and fine dining at Saudi Arabia's AlUla
AlUla
continues to captivate the world as a rising global destination for luxury
hospitality and fine dining, with several of its hotels and restaurants
recognized in the Michelin
Guide 2025. This distinction underscores AlUla’s growing reputation
for offering experiences that combine authentic Saudi heritage, exceptional
service, and refined global standards.
AlUla’s hospitality
earns global spotlight
Among the distinguished honorees, Banyan Tree AlUla
stands out, earning One
Michelin Key for its outstanding hospitality—placing it among the first
seven hotels in Saudi Arabia to receive this honor. Nestled within the majestic
sandstone formations of Ashar
Valley, the resort delivers a serene retreat where modern luxury
meets the soul of the desert.
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The Chedi Hegra also gained attention as the first
hotel within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lauded by Michelin as a landmark
destination. Set within restored heritage buildings such as the historic Hegra
Fort and railway station, the property masterfully preserves original mudbrick
and stone architecture while offering contemporary comfort—an immersive bridge
between ancient history and modern design.
In AlUla Old Town, Dar Tantora The House Hotel
earned recognition for its heritage-driven charm. Situated among narrow
alleyways and restored mudbrick homes, the eco-boutique property has reimagined
AlUla’s historic fabric into a modern hospitality experience. Already named one
of TIME Magazine’s World’s
Greatest Places 2024, Dar Tantora embodies the region’s ongoing
revival through sustainable, culture-rooted design.
Michelin Guide celebrates
AlUla’s culinary excellence
In the Michelin Restaurants category, Joontos,
located at Dar Tantora The House Hotel, received the prestigious Bib
Gourmand award for delivering exceptional cuisine at outstanding
value. The restaurant fuses traditional Saudi flavors with modern culinary
craftsmanship, creating dishes that celebrate AlUla’s local identity through
innovation.
Harrat at Banyan Tree AlUla was recognized for
its refined Saudi-inspired gastronomy, while Tama at Our Habitas AlUla earned
praise for its farm-to-table philosophy using locally sourced ingredients. Both
restaurants were commended for their contribution to AlUla’s evolving dining
scene, blending creativity with sustainability.
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Sustainable luxury
in the heart of the desert
Our Habitas
AlUla continues to be a pioneer in eco-conscious luxury and wellness
tourism, offering guests transformative stays rooted in nature and community.
Nearby, Caravan by Habitas AlUla invites travelers to embrace the desert’s
adventurous spirit with its open-air, star-lit accommodations—an ode to
simplicity, exploration, and mindful living.
A defining moment
for AlUla
With
these Michelin accolades, AlUla strengthens its position as one of the world’s
most enchanting destinations—a place where world-class hospitality, culinary
artistry, and timeless heritage coexist amid breathtaking desert landscapes.
The recognition marks a new chapter in Saudi Arabia’s luxury tourism journey,
positioning AlUla as a global symbol of authenticity and excellence.
Source: One Arabia
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