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Rove Hotels Targets Saudi Mid-Scale Gap Before Mega-Events

Dubai-based Rove Hotels is aggressively expanding into Saudi Arabia to fill a structural void in mid-scale lifestyle accommodations ahead of major international events. The brand aims to grow its footprint to 10,000 keys across the region within five years.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Capitalize on the significant shortage of mid-scale lifestyle properties in Saudi Arabia ahead of major events like Expo 2030 and the 2034 World Cup.
  2. 2Target rapid regional expansion with plans to more than double the current portfolio to over 10,000 keys across the Gulf, Egypt, and Oman.
  3. 3Prioritize development in Riyadh and Jeddah before expanding into the Holy Cities and Abu Dhabi to capture emerging demand.

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Source: Skift

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