Shangri-La Hotel, Jeddah

It’s clear from the onset that Shangri-La Hotel, Jeddah was built to stand out from the crowd. The recently opened luxury hotel occupies pride of place within Jeddah’s tallest building — a striking 80-story skyscraper from renowned international design firm Perkins + Will — boasting enviable Red Sea views from just about every angle.The sleek stay embraces its seaside location with a chic nautical theme, but you won’t find kitschy knick-knacks here. Instead, the luxury hotel draws design inspiration from the clean lines and contemporary color palette of a super-yacht, complete with wall-to-wall windows and spacious balconies from which to feel the refreshing ocean breeze.Four trendy dining venues promise to sate just about any appetite, while a serene spa and spacious pool deck whisk you to a state of Zen. A dash of Arabian hospitality from the multilingual staff completes the luxurious retreat and welcomes you to a memorable stay on the Saudi coast.