104 nominations and 38 recorded winners between 2019 and 2026 — the full Saudi Arabia participation record, its categories, sectors and winners.
Hotels, resorts, travel companies and tourism businesses based in Saudi Arabia have recorded 104 nominations in the International Travel Awards between 2019 and 2026, across 8 award years. 38 of those entries went on to be recorded as winners — roughly 37 in every 100 nominations received from the country.
Participation is concentrated in Hotels & Resorts (71 nominations) and Travel & Tourism (29), which together account for the large majority of Saudi Arabia entries on record. Across the nine editions the awards team has recorded 37 distinct award categories against Saudi Arabia nominations, reflecting how finely the programme segments hotel, resort and travel-operator recognition rather than a single national prize.
The record below is published directly from the awards system. It is a participation history, not a ranking: entries are listed because they were nominated or recorded as winners in a given year, and no position, score or rating is implied.
Data last updated: 20 September 2026 · source: International Travel Awards award records
Nominations and recorded winners for each award year.
| Award year | Nominations | Winners |
|---|---|---|
| 2026* | 8 | 3 |
| 2025 | 16 | 9 |
| 2024 | 9 | 6 |
| 2023 | 16 | 7 |
| 2022 | 18 | 5 |
| 2021 | 10 | 7 |
| 2020 | 13 | 1 |
| 2019 | 14 | 0 |
* 2026 is the current cycle — its winner count is what has been confirmed to date, not a completed year.
Every Saudi Arabia entry carries a sector classification in the award records. The distribution below is counted directly from those records.
| Sector | Nominations | Winners |
|---|---|---|
| Hotels & Resorts | 71 | 28 |
| Travel & Tourism | 29 | 8 |
| Aviation / Cruises / Yachts | 2 | 1 |
| Marketing & Advertising | 1 | 1 |
The categories Saudi Arabia businesses enter most often. Counts are nominations recorded against each category, not a ranking of the categories themselves. The full list is on the award categories page.
| Award category | Nominations | Winners |
|---|---|---|
| Best 5 Star Hotel | 4 | 2 |
| Best Suite Hotel | 3 | 3 |
| Best Luxury Hotel | 2 | 2 |
| Best Business Hotel | 2 | 2 |
| Best Business Hotel in Jeddah 2021 | 2 | 2 |
| Best City Hotel | 2 | 2 |
| Best Boutique Hotel in Riyadh 2021 | 1 | 1 |
| Best Business Hotel in Dammam 2021 | 1 | 1 |
| Best Car Rental Company | 1 | 1 |
| Best Commercial Real Estate Developer in Saudi Arabia | 1 | 1 |
| Best Family Hotel | 1 | 1 |
| Best Family Hotel Apartment | 1 | 0 |
Saudi Arabia organisations recorded against the International Travel Awards for 2026, taken straight from the award records. Only the organisation, its category and the award year are published — never contact details.
Full nominee list: browse all nominees.
24 of the 38 Saudi Arabia winner records on file, grouped by award year and led by the hotels, resorts and travel operators the programme is built around. Descriptions are the ones held in the award records (16 of 38 Saudi Arabia records carry a verified description).
True Adventure Travel & Tourism, located in Lebanon, offers a wide range of adventure travel services, including guided tours, customized travel packages, and outdoor gear. Founded by two twin brothers, the company aims to connect travelers with Lebanon's rich culture and nature through authentic experiences. With a commitment to sustainability and customer…
Official website ↗Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel is a boutique hotel situated in the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Renowned for its unique Andalusian-inspired design, the hotel features luxurious guest rooms and suites, a range of international dining options, and a full-service spa. With its commitment to high service standards and a prime location at the intersection of Al…
Official website ↗Maden Hotel is a distinguished 5-star hotel situated in the heart of Madinah, Saudi Arabia, offering exceptional hospitality just steps away from the Prophet’s Mosque. The hotel features elegantly designed rooms, diverse dining options, and extensive facilities including a gym, spa, and business center. Maden Hotel is committed to providing a comfortable…
Official website ↗Warwick Hotels And Resorts is a distinguished collection of upscale hotels located in Saudi Arabia and around the world, known for their exceptional locations and rich heritage. Each property offers personalized guest experiences, blending local culture with luxury accommodations. With a commitment to quality service and memorable stays, Warwick is…
Official website ↗Key Car Rental Co, established in 1982, is a prominent car rental company in Saudi Arabia with over 50 branches nationwide. The company specializes in short-term and long-term car rentals, catering to both individual and corporate clients. Key Car Rental offers a diverse fleet of vehicles, including economy, luxury, and family cars, ensuring comprehensive…
Official website ↗The District Hotel Najran is a luxury hotel situated in the heart of Najran, Saudi Arabia, offering 58 elegantly decorated rooms designed for comfort and convenience. Guests can enjoy various dining options, including Al Moktar Restaurant, which serves Mediterranean cuisine, and the Below Zero Garden, known for its outdoor ambiance. The hotel also provides…
Official website ↗Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel situated in the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Known for its unique Andalusian decor, the hotel provides a range of services including a spa, international dining options, and accessible facilities. It is recognized as the first luxury boutique hotel in Riyadh, emphasizing high service standards and…
Official website ↗Dara Hotels, located in Saudi Arabia, is an innovative hotel management group specializing in boutique accommodations and apartments. They focus on blending personalized service with self-service solutions, creating a unique hospitality experience. Their commitment to sustainability and local charm distinguishes them in the industry. Dara Hotels has been…
Official website ↗IRIS Boutique Granada Hotel is a boutique hotel situated in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, known for its luxurious accommodations and warm Arabic hospitality. The hotel features a range of amenities including a swimming pool, gym, and elegantly designed rooms. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options at the on-site restaurant, offering both local and…
Official website ↗Makkah Hotel and Towers, situated in the heart of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, is a luxury hotel offering 1437 contemporary rooms and suites with stunning views of the Holy Haram. Guests can enjoy premium amenities including dining options like Lagenda Restaurant, a business center, and prayer halls accommodating up to 10,000 worshippers. The hotel also features a…
Official website ↗Adagio Aparthotel Jeddah Malik Road is a premium serviced apartment hotel situated in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It features a selection of 35 studios and various one- and two-bedroom apartments, all equipped with modern kitchenettes. Guests enjoy access to a wellness center, swimming pool, and dining options, making it ideal for business and leisure travelers.…
Official website ↗Ibis Jeddah Malik Road is a vibrant economy hotel situated in the Az Zahra District of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This 3-star hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers, offering modern amenities including stylish rooms, meeting facilities, and a spa. Its prime location provides easy access to the Corniche, shopping malls, and Jeddah International…
Official website ↗IRIS Boutique Granada is an upscale boutique hotel situated in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, near Granada Business Park. The hotel features luxurious accommodations, a swimming pool, a gym, and meeting facilities. Guests can enjoy a variety of international and local cuisine at the Iris Lounge café. The hotel emphasizes authentic Arabic hospitality and personalized…
Official website ↗RAWNAQ Tourism, established in 2010 by the Alsulami family, is a premier travel agency located in Saudi Arabia, focusing on bespoke VIP travel experiences. The agency excels in crafting personalized itineraries to the world's most exclusive hotels and exotic destinations, with a strong emphasis on client satisfaction and sustainability. RAWNAQ's extensive…
Official website ↗Bayat Hotels is a luxury boutique hotel chain located in Saudi Arabia, offering a unique blend of contemporary style and traditional Arabian hospitality. The hotels feature rooms and suites equipped with modern technology and comfort amenities, ensuring a memorable stay for guests. With a focus on attention to detail, Bayat Hotels strives to provide an…
Official website ↗Nominations are open to hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, travel agencies, tour operators, destination management companies and other tourism businesses operating in Saudi Arabia. A nomination may be submitted by the organisation itself or on its behalf.
Participation does not guarantee a win, media coverage, search ranking or commercial outcome, and nothing on this page should be read as implying otherwise.
A nomination is submitted for a specific category and award year. Entries are reviewed by the awards team, assessed, and winners are then confirmed and recorded against that year. Once a winning category is recorded against an entry, that entry becomes part of the published winner record — which is exactly the data this page counts. An organisation can hold records in more than one category or year, and each is assessed separately.
The published process, including who assesses entries and how outcomes are confirmed, is set out in full on the judging process page. Fee information is kept separately on the fee / cost page so that neither page restates the other.
Any hotel, resort, serviced-apartment operator, travel agency, tour operator, destination management company or wider tourism business operating in Saudi Arabia can submit a nomination. Nominations may be submitted by the business itself or on its behalf. Start a nomination.
104 nominations have been recorded from Saudi Arabia between 2019 and 2026, of which 38 are recorded as winners.
37 distinct categories appear against Saudi Arabia entries in the records — the most used are listed on this page. The full current category list is published on the award categories page.
Fee and cost information is published in full on the fee / cost page. Figures are not reproduced here so that the published page stays the single source of truth.
Nominations are reviewed and assessed before winners are confirmed for each award year. The full process is set out on the judging process page.
Yes. The records include organisations that hold entries in several categories, and in several award years. Each entry is assessed on its own merits.
The complete, record-by-record list is published in the Saudi Arabia winner directory, which carries all 38 records with their category and award year.
Winners are confirmed per award year; the most recent year on record here is 2026, and those figures are updated as the year is completed.
Every nomination and winner figure on this page is generated from the official International Travel Awards / Golden Tree Awards records, read at build time from the awards system's public data endpoints. Nothing is entered by hand and no figure is carried over from a previous version of this page.
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