
Al Jubail Resort
Large beachfront resort with a business-hotel backbone. Polished InterContinental service, a surprisingly lively activity program, and a setting that feels like a private compound on the Arabian Gulf.
Book a garden-view Classic Room if you're on a budget — the garden grounds are genuinely lovely and the rooms are still 32 sqm
Why It Matters
The only international luxury beachfront resort in Al Jubail — a city built around petrochemicals — it sits on Royal Commission grounds along the Arabian Gulf with its own private beach, 34 acres of gardens, and four restaurants. For Eastern Province travelers or those working in the industrial sector, this is the default top-tier address.
Spread across 34 acres on Saudi Arabia's Gulf Coast, InterContinental Al Jubail is the kind of resort that works equally well for a family beach weekend and a corporate retreat. The private Pearl Beach is clean and calm, the landscaped gardens buffer the industrial city surroundings, and 254 rooms give the place a genuine resort scale. But here's the thing: Al Jubail is an industrial hub, not a typical tourist destination, so the guest mix leans heavily toward business travelers and Saudi families rather than international tourists.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
The Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
An on-site mini golf course with 18 holes, open to adults and kids. Driving range and putting green also on-site.
Sports courts on property available for guests.
Courts open to both hotel guests and resort members. Good for a morning warm-up before the beach.
A dedicated cycling area within the resort grounds.
A guided boat trip exploring nearby Arabian Gulf islands with the option to fish while anchored offshore.
Rides by the beach and in the paddock. Available Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 PM–6:30 PM only.
Guests can jog along the beach or through the country club gardens before breakfast.
An outdoor laser tag zone on the resort grounds — a standout for families with older kids.
The hotel's Pearl Beach is a private stretch of Gulf Coast shoreline with beach chairs, umbrellas, and towel service. Ladies-only beach days run on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 AM to 6 PM with mocktails and light snacks served.
Private picnic setups on the beach can be arranged for special occasions.
A full menu of beach water sports including jet skiing, banana boat rides, kayaking, rowing boats, and sailing are available from the private beach.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Full business center with copying, fax, printing, shipping, and office supplies.
Complimentary high-speed wireless internet throughout the hotel — rooms and public areas.
State-of-the-art meeting spaces including a ballroom, outdoor event space, and a Glass Tent by the Beach for multipurpose functions. Popular for weddings and corporate events.
On-site playground for younger guests.
Complimentary dining for children — confirmed as a hotel feature on the IHG listing.
The main outdoor pool runs 10:00 AM–11:30 PM (temporary hours 7:00 AM–10:00 PM). Heated with poolside service. Day pass 200 SAR.
An indoor pool available year-round. Day pass priced at 200 SAR for non-staying guests.
In-room dining available around the clock.
Dedicated concierge team reachable at AlJubailConcierge@InterContinental.com.
Currency exchange services available at the hotel.
Medical assistance available on call for guests.
The property participates in the Green Key program (Foundation for Environmental Education), measuring environmental and community impact.
Over 450 complimentary self-parking spaces with controlled access. Valet parking also available.
Fully equipped gym with on-site aerobics instructor and sports trainer.
On-site hair salon available for hotel guests.
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