Nujuma Gains a Global Recognition

Nujuma, Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Nujuma, the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East, has been included in Travel + Leisure’s 2025 It List, which highlights the best new hotels around the world.

Located on Ummahat Island along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, the property features 63 overwater and beachfront villas, each designed with privacy, comfort, and a connection to the natural surroundings in mind.

Nujuma, Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Part of the Red Sea development initiative, Nujuma blends contemporary design with regional references—from coral-inspired architecture to local craftsmanship. Its inclusion in the It List reflects growing global attention to Saudi Arabia’s expanding luxury tourism sector and its emphasis on sustainability, culture, and high-end experiences in emerging destinations.