First introduced by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman just two years ago, Sindalah has now become the first project to be completed in the futuristic Neom region—a key part of Saudi Arabia’s bold vision for the future.
This major project brought together four main construction companies and around 60 subcontractors. At its peak, more than 30,000 workers were involved in building the island, showing the scale and speed of the development.
Located about five kilometers from the Neom coast in northwestern Saudi Arabia, Sindalah serves as Neom’s main gateway to the Red Sea. It’s built to attract luxury yachts from owners across Europe, Saudi Arabia, and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
Designed by famous yacht architecture firm Luca Dini, the island is expected to welcome around 2,400 guests per day by 2028. It will feature high-end restaurants, luxury hotels, and elegant entertainment spaces. Sindalah will offer 440 hotel rooms, 88 private villas, and 218 serviced apartments, all set to open for bookings soon.
At the heart of the island is a beautiful 86-berth marina, perfect for docking large yachts. The nearby Sindalah Yacht Club, designed by Stefano Ricci, will offer a classy space for yacht owners, guests, and their crews to relax and connect. Adding to the appeal is a 5,920-meter, par-70 golf course, providing a green space for leisure and sport.
Nadhmi Al-Nasr, the CEO of Neom, called Sindalah a major step forward for Saudi Arabia’s luxury tourism industry, all part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 plan. He said, “Sindalah shows how Saudi Arabia is opening new doors in premium travel. This launch marks a proud beginning for what’s to come.”
He also shared that Sindalah is just the start of many new places being developed under Neom, showing what the future of Saudi tourism could look like under the leadership of the Crown Prince.
Key contractors like Nesma & Partners were awarded several major responsibilities, including the golf course and important safety systems. BEC Arabia Contracting was given the task of building the island’s 22-room Four Seasons Resort, offering luxury hospitality in a private setting.
Sindalah is just one piece of the larger Neom puzzle. Other major projects include The Line—a 170-kilometer-long futuristic city; Trojena, a mountain destination for winter sports; Magna, a group of beach resorts; and Oxagon, an advanced industrial hub.
In short, Sindalah is more than just a luxury island—it’s a symbol of Saudi Arabia’s new direction. It shows how the country is combining innovation, nature, and design to create a new kind of destination for travelers from around the world.
