The Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
Renovated
2023
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness ResortOutside the door
The house
IHGSculpted dune citadel
Petal-shaped rope canopies shade a central oasis of fountains and native desert flora, surrounded by sweeping Alnesai dunes and mountain ridges.
“Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea defies expectations from the onset... a unique escape into uncharted territory.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Petal-shaped rope canopies and curved dune-inspired roofs shelter a central garden oasis.
Remarkable
A two-story desert spa with frankincense steam suites, quartz sand beds, and biohacking.
Remarkable
Guided wadi e-bike rides, dark-sky astronomy sessions, and sadu loom weaving workshops.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
an oasis-like collection of rooms, suites, and villas, set under tent-like roofs in an otherworldly landscape of rolling dunes, with the Hijaz Mountains in the distance.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Beyond the fence, the desert expanse rolls toward the Hijaz Mountains, setting the stage for guided e-bike rides and dark-sky stargazing.
The rooms
Wadi rooms and pool villas open onto terraces framing rolling sands, finished in tactile desert stone, carved wood, and sadu motifs.
The hydrotherapy pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A shaded hydrotherapy pool sits beneath slatted timber ceilings, looking out across desert palms.
The spa
Treatment rooms sit beneath vaulted ceilings, and the Alchemy Bar blends body scrubs using regional botanicals and date seeds.
Gym and yoga
Treadmills look out across open desert dunes, and yoga sessions take place beside central garden fountains.
Restaurant
Bariya
Chefs cook at open counters beneath draped canopies, serving Saudi dishes alongside morning fermented tonics.
The Six Senses has been designed by Foster + Partners using materials that reduce dependence on artificial cooling, with extensive planting of native desert flora.
At the table
A dedicated cooking studio hosts plant-based masterclasses and evening chef tastings around a carved wooden island.
How it began
Echoing ancient Nabataean trade routes and desert wind patterns, the Foster + Partners masterplan runs entirely on its own dedicated solar farm.
“I am among a handful of guests occupying the 76 superb rooms, suites, and private pool villas and possibly the only one enjoying its daily activity menu—though no one would fault me.”
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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.