Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaDiplomatic Quarter
Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter
Canyon-walled sustainable showpiece
Diplomatic Quarter Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Opened
2019
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness LocalOutside the door
The house
MarriottCanyon-walled sustainable showpiece
Canyon-style walls and reflective waterways curve through courtyards filled with native date palms, desert cacti, and contemporary Saudi art.
What it’s good at
Listed
Canyon-inspired architecture echoing Wadi Hanifa, accented by cream marble, desert flora courtyards, and regional artworks.
Listed
Saray Spa features a white marble Turkish hammam, steam rooms, and fitness classes alongside a heated garden pool.
Listed
Displaying hundreds of contemporary pieces by Saudi artists amidst the embassy gardens of the Diplomatic Quarter.
What they say
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter looks futuristic, but the 2018 hotel’s design origins come from nature.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Set inside the quiet Diplomatic Quarter, shaded walking trails connect the grounds to embassy compounds, manicured parks, and Wadi Hanifa.
The rooms
Interiors pair creamy whites and muted purple accents with dark wood finishes, ergonomic work desks, and sleek marble bathrooms.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor pool sits in landscaped gardens, bordered by date palms, sun loungers, and white parasols.
The spa and gym
Saray Spa houses a white marble Turkish hammam and saunas alongside a round-the-clock gym with separate workout areas.
Restaurant
Goji Kitchen
Sunlit dining rooms and a shaded terrace serve international breakfast buffets alongside pan-Asian dim sum and grilled specialties.
At the table
The Greatroom serves coffees and light fare in the lobby, and 10:10 Lounge pours fresh juices by the pool.
How it began
Engineered with passive cooling structures and solar panels, the property opened in 2019 as Saudi Arabia's first Gold LEED-certified hotel.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.