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Shebara
Umluj, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia · Shebara · High Luxury
Red Sea Global asked Dubai's Killa Design for a homegrown brand, and Shebara opened in November 2024 as the first. Seventy-three keys, overwater villas prefabricated in the UAE and floated in so the island's coral would not be cut for a construction camp. A dedicated 16-megawatt solar farm runs the whole island. Time named it one of the World's Greatest Places for 2025; Michelin gave it Two Keys.
- 73 rooms
- Opened 2024
- Rooms from 2,024 sq ft (188 m²)
- Architect: Killa Design
About Shebara
- Opened November 2024 as the Red Sea project's first homegrown luxury brand, designed by Killa Design.
- Overwater villas were prefabricated in the UAE and shipped in to protect the island's coral reefs.
- The island runs on a dedicated 16-megawatt solar farm.
- Time World's Greatest Places 2025; MICHELIN Two Keys, plus AHEAD MEA and Gold Key guestroom honors.
- The smallest published suite or villa start at 2,024 sq ft (188 m²).
History
Shebara opened in November 2024 as the first homegrown luxury hospitality brand in Red Sea Global's project, designed by Killa Design. Overwater villas were prefabricated in the UAE and transported by ship to spare the island's coral; a dedicated 16-megawatt solar farm powers the house. Time listed it among the World's Greatest Places for 2025.
Experiences
- Catamaran Sailing — Thrilling sailing adventures and skill-building with world-class instructors and diverse immersive programs.
- Dining — Ultra-luxury dining blending innovation, creativity and tradition across the resort's restaurants.
Amenities
- 24-hour fitness center with Technogym equipment and personal training
- Luxury spa featuring AMRA Skincare and Dr. Burgener products
- Yoga pavilion with aerial yoga and meditation sessions
- Tennis and Padel tennis courts with professional lighting
- Dive and water sports center with coral restoration programs
- 100% solar-powered operations and eco-sensitive infrastructure
- Pool
- Hot tub
Awards
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- AHEAD MEA Guestrooms (2025)
- Gold Key Award — Guestroom Upper Luxury (2025)
- Gold Key Award — Suites (2025)
- Prix Versailles (Hotels) — Special Prize, Exterior (2025)
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