Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Red Sea · Saudi Arabia
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Character and identity
Set among the untouched Ummahat Islands in Saudi Arabia's Red Sea, Nujuma is the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East, opened in May 2024. Its name means "stars" in Arabic, and the architecture leans futuristic: sculptural overwater villas with private pools strung across translucent blue water, framed by coral reefs and undeveloped island scenery. Four signature restaurants pair Arabian cooking with a French sensibility, the menus alcohol-free in keeping with local custom. Neyrah Spa uses VOYA products alongside sound healing and lunar yoga, and the service register is butler-led, quiet and culturally rooted, with a Conservation House anchoring the Saudi heritage programming.
Who's it for
Best for:
Couples and design-minded travellers chasing genuine seclusion, marine adventure and something culturally novel. Expect serious snorkelling and diving through the Galaxea Dive Center (over 165 species on the reef), astronomer-led stargazing tied to celestial navigation folklore, and deep pampering. Privacy hunters and anyone curious about Saudi Arabia's emerging luxury scene will feel rewarded.
Should look elsewhere:
Travellers who consider a wine list or cocktail hour essential should think twice, as the resort is fully alcohol-free. The remote island setting also rules out anyone wanting nightlife, walkable surrounds, or quick connections to a city. Families seeking a kids' club focus may find the programming skews adult.
Bottom line
The defining draw here is the combination of total seclusion and a genuinely Saudi sense of place, not a copy-paste Maldivian template. Book if you want overwater living with cultural depth and exceptional reef access. Splurge on a villa with a private pool, prioritise the dive programme and a stargazing session, and accept the alcohol-free policy as part of the experience.
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What this place offers
- 24-hour room service
- Bar
- Beach
- Fitness classes
- Gym
- Kids Club
- Outdoor pool
- Restaurants
- Spa
- Wi-Fi
