The first voco hotel to open in Saudi Arabia began welcoming guests last month. The 5-star voco Riyadh is the brand’s flagship property in the country. A previous property was extensively renovated to make room for the new voco hotel.

voco Riyadh provides more than 400 guestrooms and suites, including a bridal suite and connecting family rooms. The hotel also houses its own underground parking garage, with accommodations for as many as 400 vehicles. The property is a short drive from King Khaled International Airport, as well as commercial and business hubs.

On-site dining options are plentiful, with eateries serving Indian, Italian and Lebanese cuisine. A cabana pool bar and lounge is also open. Event and meeting space includes 22 meeting rooms and a ballroom suitable for more than 1,200 guests.

“We are thrilled to launch the voco brand in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. New to the InterContinental Hotels Group family, voco is an upscale hotel brand that guarantees guests a stay that’s as individual as it is indulgent, making it the perfect fit for the growing number of travelers visiting the country under the new government’s vision. Our new property caters for both business travelers and leisure seekers alike with high-quality touches, from indulgent amenities to big, comfortable beds,” said M. Allaf, area general manager, InterContinental Hotels Group.