The St. Regis Red Sea Resort
Ḩanak
Hotel in Ḩanak, Saudi Arabia
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Renewable-Powered Private Island
Price
$1,000–1,500per night
Why go
A strong choice for a polished Red Sea celebration stay, especially if privacy and brand-level service matter more than nightlife or itinerary flexibility. Cross-shop Nujuma for a more rarefied island feel, Miraval for wellness focus, and Desert Rock for desert drama.
About The St. Regis Red Sea Resort
The St. Regis Red Sea Resort is a luxury resort in Ḩanak with several recognition signals: Michelin 1 Key (2025), La Liste Top Hotels (2026): 99pts, Forbes 4-Star (2026), Virtuoso Luxury Hotel Partner (2026), and Star Wine List (2026). Those accolades make it a serious candidate for travelers who want a recognized resort stay in Ḩanak rather than an untested option.
The dress code is smart casual, and a strong reason to consider the property is its hotel recognition.
Book it for a polished occasion, not an over-specified itinerary
The clearest case for The St. Regis Red Sea Resort is a stay where formal hotel recognition matters. Michelin 1 Key, Forbes 4-Star status, La Liste Top Hotels scoring, Virtuoso partnership, and Star Wine List recognition all point to a property with meaningful external validation.
For cross-shopping, compare it with Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Miraval The Red Sea - A Virtuoso Preview Property, The Red Sea EDITION, InterContinental The Red Sea Resort - A Virtuoso Preview Property, or Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea.
Important Planning Details
The resort has Star Wine List recognition.
Who should choose a different Red Sea hotel
Compare details across The St. Regis Red Sea Resort and other Red Sea luxury hotels before committing.
Bottom line: book The St. Regis Red Sea Resort for a recognized Ḩanak resort stay with luxury-hotel accolades.
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- Location
- Ummahat Island 1, Red Sea 48501
- Website
- marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ejhxr-the-st-regis-red-sea-resort/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0
- Phone
- +966 14 504 0000
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The St. Regis Red Sea Resort feels like a carefully staged escape where architecture and nature work in concert. Arrival is integral to the mood: guests approach across water by speedboat or seaplane and are met by low-slung, overwater buildings that appear to float above coral shallows. The private-island, barefoot-luxury format and standalone villas with private pools emphasize an intimate, relaxed atmosphere. Sustainability is woven into the design: the property is powered entirely by renewables, which reinforces a quiet, considered sense of place rather than ostentation.
Best For
This resort suits travelers seeking seclusion, romance and an immersive nature-forward stay. Honeymooners and couples benefit from the overwater and beachfront villas that read like private residences; wellness-focused guests find appeal in the resort’s environmental commitments and remote setting; families can also use the generous villa footprints and private pools as a self-contained base. The arrival experience, a short seaplane or speedboat transfer, frames the trip as an event, so guests who value experiential luxury and privacy are particularly well served.
Stay Tips
Plan logistics in advance: the resort is accessed by chartered speedboat or a 25-minute seaplane flight from the Saudi coast, and the arrival sequence is a designed part of the guest experience. Choose between overwater and beachfront villas based on how close you want to be to the water: every villa is noted as having a private pool and a generous footprint. Note the property’s position within the Red Sea Project and its renewable-energy focus when confirming arrangements if sustainability is a priority. Treat transport and villa selection as essential parts of the reservation process.
Venue details
Ambiance
Serene and luxurious with natural light flooding through expansive glass walls, tranquil spa facilities, and stunning sea views.
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About the Stay
- Rooms
- 90
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 12:00
- Property Style
- Luxury Private Island Villas Blending Desert and Coral Architecture
- Design Style
- Modern Minimalist with Natural Elements and Panoramic Sea Views
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- Yes
- Families
- Welcome
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Ummahat Island 1, Red Sea 48501
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Try Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve if the priority is an island stay with a more rarefied mood. Choose Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea if desert setting and wellness-led quiet are more important than being on the water.
Hotel context
How it compares in the Red Sea hotel set
The St. Regis Red Sea Resort is the safer celebration pick in this group: polished, island-led, and easier to understand for travelers who want luxury without guessing the format. Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is the sharper cross-shop for guests who want the more rarefied island-reserve mood, while Miraval The Red Sea - A Virtuoso Preview Property is better if the trip is built around wellness rather than general resort comfort.
InterContinental The Red Sea Resort - A Virtuoso Preview Property should be the value-minded comparison if brand comfort matters but the spend needs more restraint. The Red Sea EDITION is the livelier style play, better for guests who want a more social design-hotel atmosphere than a quiet special-occasion base.
Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea is the choice when desert setting and wellness-forward quiet beat island resort polish. For a milestone trip where predictability matters, stay with St. Regis; for a more distinctive setting-first itinerary, cross-shop Six Senses or Nujuma first.
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Compare The St. Regis Red Sea Resort
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The St. Regis Red Sea Resort | Ḩanak | 2026 Forbes 4-Star2026 Virtuoso Luxury Hotel CollectionStar Wine Lists 20262026 La Liste Top Hotels2026 Michelin 1 Key2025 Michelin 1 Key |
| Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve | Ḩanak | 2026 Forbes 5-Star2026 La Liste Top Hotels2026 Michelin 2 KeysTatler Best Hotels Middle East 20252025 Michelin 2 Keys |
| InterContinental The Red Sea Resort - A Virtuoso Preview Property | Umluj | No published awards |
| The Red Sea EDITION | Shura Island | No published awards |
| Miraval The Red Sea - A Virtuoso Preview Property | Ḩanak | No published awards |
| Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea | Umluj | 2026 Forbes Recommended2026 La Liste Top Hotels2026 Michelin 2 Keys2025 Michelin 2 Keys |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How does The St. Regis Red Sea Resort compare to other Red Sea hotels?
The St. Regis Red Sea Resort has several recognition signals: Michelin 1 Key (2025), La Liste Top Hotels (2026): 99pts, Forbes 4-Star (2026), Virtuoso Luxury Hotel Partner (2026), and Star Wine List (2026). For a different Red Sea stay, compare what each property offers with Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, The Red Sea EDITION, Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea, Miraval The Red Sea - A Virtuoso Preview Property, or InterContinental The Red Sea Resort - A Virtuoso Preview Property.
