The Chedi Hegra

Location
Hegra, (KSA) 2024
Year
2024
Status
Completed
Typology
Architecture

Discover The Chedi Hegra: a sanctuary of timeless elegance now open in AlUla, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site.

Discover The Chedi Hegra: a sanctuary of timeless elegance now open in AlUla, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site. Nestled in the heart of a majestic desert, this 35-room luxury resort features exquisitely designed accommodations that seamlessly blend modern sophistication with the region’s rich heritage.

With architecture and tailor made design by Giò Forma and Black Engineering, the resort harmonizes contemporary aesthetics with AlUla’s ancient charm. The Chedi Hegra invites you to embrace history while luxuriating in the present.

Nestled within the heart of Saudi Arabia’s majestic desert landscape, The Chedi Hegra offers an exclusive gateway to the ancient wonders of AlUla. Set amidst the Kingdom’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, this stunning 35-room resort marries modern luxury with timeless natural beauty. Within its walls, guests will discover an oasis of tranquillity that incorporates the region’s rich history and cultural tapestry through thoughtful design and architectural prowess, a testament to our commitment to preserving its history. 

Step into The Chedi Hegra, where ancient chronicles and modern luxury exist in perfect harmony, inviting you to partake in a journey of discovery. Exclusive access to wildlife reserves, bespoke tours of AlUla’s historic marvels, and personalised service tailored to your every whim ensure that your stay is not just memorable but genuinely transformative. 

Experience the soul of AlUla, where every moment is an echo of the past and a whisper of the future.

Hotel entrance at dusk: a glass pavilion under a thin flat roof between two old stone buildings – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architecture
The Chedi Hegra at sunset: restored stone buildings and a glass pavilion against AlUla's rock formations – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architectureRestaurant in a restored hall: long table under a ring chandelier, glass floor panels and exposed trusses – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architecture
Outdoor fire pit with floor cushions, lantern and lounge chairs in the desert under an orange sunset sky – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architectureShaded terrace with a sofa and low tables overlooking the desert and a fire pit lounge – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architecture
Row of restored stone station buildings beside a timber pergola casting striped shadows – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architecturePrivate pool on a terrace with sun loungers under fabric canopies, overlooking the desert plain – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architecture
Terrace with pink armchairs at dusk in front of a glass pavilion and a rough stone wall – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architecture
Historic black steam locomotive displayed indoors under a grid-like light installation and glass floor panels – The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 2024 – hotel architecture