Diriyah Company develops culture-led mixed-use destinations in Diriyah and Wadi Safar, Saudi Arabia, combining heritage, hospitality, residences, offices, retail, education, entertainment, sports, and public spaces for residents, visitors, investors, businesses, and global brands, supporting Saudi Vision 2030 cultural tourism goals.
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AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bab Samhan HotelBujairi District, Riyadh134 units | 10.0/ 10 | 8.5/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.9/5 · 45 reviews · tripadvisor.com Tripadvisor publishes 4.9/5 from 45 reviews. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 8.5. | 8.8/ 10 Booking.com 9.8/10, 9.6/10, 9.8/10, 9.8/10, 8.4/10, 9.6/10 · 12 reviews · booking.com Tripadvisor 5/5, 5/5, 5/5, 5/5, 4.9/5 · 45 reviews · tripadvisor.com Combined from 11 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8.8. |
Tripadvisor has the largest reported review base at 45 and publishes 5/5 overall, which converts to 10/10 under the specified curve. Google Reviews/Maps also reports a strong 4.8/5 from 1,071 reviews, while Booking.com reports 9.6/10 from 12 reviews; the written evidence is predominantly positive, with no recurring serious failure. | Not found in sources: No recurring structural failure reported | ||
Published reviews describe attractive, comfortable and well-maintained rooms: Tripadvisor reviewers called the rooms “tastefully designed,” while another said they were “spotless and well-maintained.” No review read reported flooding, leaks, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, lift or waterproofing failures; the only physical criticisms were that one window was too small for the room and that the gym was small with limited equipment. | The daily guest experience is strongly praised: Tripadvisor reviews describe “truly outstanding service,” attentive lifeguards and a “warm, authentic” stay, while Booking.com scores staff 9.8/10, cleanliness 9.8/10 and facilities 9.6/10. The evidence is not uniformly positive: one Google-sourced review said an upgrade and compensation were handled with confusing communication, and Booking.com published value for money at 8.4/10. | ||
| Bujairi TerraceBujairi District, Riyadh | 9.3/ 10 | —/ 10 | 9.3/ 10 |
Google’s 4.7/5 rating from 14,434 reviews sets the level and converts to 9.2/10 under the requested curve. Tripadvisor provides a materially lower but much smaller-base cross-check; the reported praise themes slightly outweigh the minor-to-moderate operational complaints, producing 9.3 overall. No building-fabric or engineering evidence was published in the reviewed material, so structure is unevidenced rather than marked down. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews describe a highly attractive visitor experience, repeatedly praising the views, evening atmosphere, food and cafés; one reviewer called it “a stunning car-free area,” while another said the place was “Extremely clean, classy and perfect.” The main operational negatives are cost and congestion: reviewers mention food at “200–250 SAR per person,” difficult valet parking during busy weekends, and “Toilet facilities are not good”; a separate review reported being refused a table despite the restaurant appearing mostly empty. | ||
| ZallalBujairi District, Riyadh | 9.1/ 10 | —/ 10 | 9.1/ 10 |
The Google aggregate of 4.7/5 from 674 reviews sets the level and converts to 9.1/10 on the supplied curve. The written sample is strongly positive, but the evidence concerns a mixed-use visitor destination rather than resident housing, and no building-fabric rating or engineering feedback was published. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews describe a strong visitor experience: one reviewer called the staff “consistently courteous and professional,” while another said Zallal was a “great place to have lunch and enjoy the views.” The main operational caution was crowding—“I do not suggest to go on weekend or holiday .. it will be super crowded”—and a reviewer also noted that restaurants can be relatively expensive and tourist-oriented. | ||
| Samhan ParkingSamhan District, Riyadh1,700 units | 5.2/ 10 | —/ 10 | 4.6/ 10 |
The largest identified review base is the 147-review 3.3/5 building rating, which sets the anchor at 4.6/10 under the stated conversion curve. The second platform is close at 3.4/5, while the written sample is mostly positive but includes a serious payment-privacy complaint and recurring price criticism; these comments support only a modest adjustment, leaving the overall score at 4.6. | Not found in sources: limited operational feedback | ||
no notes returned no links returned | The daily visitor experience is generally praised for capacity and convenience: one review calls it “Super spacious parking,” another says parking is “so effortless,” and a further review describes it as “highly secure.” The main operational negatives are cost and choice—“30 riyal for 3 hours” with “not many parking options”—plus one serious complaint that a gate employee sought a card PIN and looked at the payment screen. |
Diriyah Company is one of Public Investment Fund companies.
Diriyah Company has announced a new joint development agreement with Midad Development and Real Estate Investment Company to build the Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Diriyah.
The Diriyah Company today held the official signing of a landmark partnership with Golf Saudi, designating them as the operator of the prestigious Wadi Safar Signature Golf Course and the Royal Golf Club
Their scope for the project includes a Design and Build package encompassing; the car park structure, architectural finishes, MEP, plant and utility rooms/connections, all external works
Diriyah Company has announced a major strategic partnership with Marriott International targeting the upskilling of local talent.
stc Group ... has signed a partnership agreement with the Diriyah Company to develop the neutral digital infrastructure for its 14 sq km urban development area.
Diriyah Company is one of Public Investment Fund companies.
Diriyah Company has announced a new joint development agreement with Midad Development and Real Estate Investment Company to build the Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Diriyah.
The Diriyah Company today held the official signing of a landmark partnership with Golf Saudi, designating them as the operator of the prestigious Wadi Safar Signature Golf Course and the Royal Golf Club
Their scope for the project includes a Design and Build package encompassing; the car park structure, architectural finishes, MEP, plant and utility rooms/connections, all external works
Diriyah Company has announced a major strategic partnership with Marriott International targeting the upskilling of local talent.
stc Group ... has signed a partnership agreement with the Diriyah Company to develop the neutral digital infrastructure for its 14 sq km urban development area.
| COMPANY NUMBER | 1010648801 Ministry of Commerce / Saudi commercial register · Saudi Arabia |
| Saudi Arabia | active 5 projects tracked |
| Other | 3 of 5 |
| Retail | 2 of 5 |
| Office | 1 of 5 |
| Hotel | 1 of 5 |
### Chairman of the Board H.R.H. Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud
The Board’s role includes providing strategic direction, overseeing management, and ensuring that the Company’s activities are conducted in a manner that upholds its mission and values. It delegates day-to-day operational management to the GCEO, while retaining overall oversight responsibility.
### Chairman of the Board H.R.H. Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud
### Chairman of the Board H.R.H. Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud
A key part of our master planning strategy is that our commitment to sustainable practices must also extend beyond the day-to-day operations of Diriyah Company.Diriyah Company 17 April 2024https://www.diriyahcompany.sa/en/news/diriyah-company-group-ceo-jerry-inzerillo-appointed-united-nations-tourism-ambassador
We are creating a vibrant, global gathering place – a destination where people can live, work, and play – while serving as a catalyst for economic growth and cultural enrichment for the Kingdom, its people, and all its residents and visitors.LEADERS Magazine https://www.leadersmag.com/issues/2025.1_Jan/PUR/LEADERS_Inzerillo_Diriyah.html
Inzerillo received his bachelor’s degree in hotel administration from the University of Nevada in Las Vegas in 1975
Diriyah Company Group CEO Jerry Inzerillo has been appointed a United Nations Tourism Ambassador
Inzerillo also serves as Vice Chairman of the Forbes Travel Guide.
He previously served as President and CEO of IMG Artists, a leader in artist management, performing arts and lifestyle events planning, from 2012 to 2014. From 1991 to 2011, Inzerillo was President of Kerzner Entertainment Group. In 1987, he was the founding President and CEO of Morgans Hotel Group
In June 2018, Inzerillo was appointed by His Royal Highness, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to be the founding CEO of the newly created Diriyah Gate Development Authority
The accolade recognizes his achievements as a global visionary in the hospitality industry and internationally acknowledged visionary in tourism development over a career spanning more than 50 years.
Jerry Inzerillo Group Chief Executive Officer
### Board secretary and member Mr. Saad bin Abdulaziz AlKroud
He also serves on the boards of several PIF companies.
PIF today announced the appointment of Saad Alkroud as Head of the Local Real Estate Investment Division. In his new role, Alkroud will be responsible for developing PIF’s local real estate and infrastructure investment portfolio, which includes the giga-projects and several other strategic developments.
PIF today announced the appointment of Saad Alkroud as Head of the Local Real Estate Investment Division.
### Board secretary and member Mr. Saad bin Abdulaziz AlKroud
Ahmed graduated from Prince Sultan University, where he won the 2010 KPMG competitive award for the best feasibility study.
Diriyah Company’s Group CEO Jerry Inzerillo, Diriyah Development Company’s President Mohamed Saad, Chief Marketing Officer Kiran Haslam, and Chief Finance Officer Ahmed Alamr will be speaking at MIPIM Panels
Ahmed started his career in banking and investment at Saudi Hollandi Capital and SAMBA Financial Group.
He is responsible for strategic planning and overseeing the finance function for the entire Authority, including developing and managing the Authority’s financial planning and budgets, ensuring fiscal governance, driving statutory financial compliance, introducing spending efficiencies, supporting business growth, and ensuring that adequate internal controls are in place. Ahmed started his career in banking and investment at Saudi Hollandi Capital and SAMBA Financial Group. Ahmed was also a founding member of a multi-billion PPP transaction.
Chief Finance Officer Ahmed Alamr
Jeffrey Utterback Chief Development Officer (CDO) at Diriyah Company
Chief Development Officer (CDO) - Diriyah Company (DC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ... Current Oct 2022 - Present
Senior C-suite professional with extensive global real estate experience in leading all phases of commercial development, across a broad spectrum of asset classes. Total Experience: 39 years and 4 months
Total Experience: 39 years and 4 months
Chief Development Officer (CDO) at Diriyah Company
Mohamed holds a BSc in Civil & Structural Engineering from Cairo University and a PMP certification.
Mohamed Saad President of DevCO, Diriyah Company
In 2019, Mohamed held positions as Development Director of the Mall of Oman and Development Director of the City Center Almaza, Egypt, for Majid Al Futtaim Properties. Prior to that he was General Manager for Living in Interiors
Mohamed has 20 years’ experience running major retail-focused infrastructure projects across the Middle East. In 2019, Mohamed held positions as Development Director of the Mall of Oman and Development Director of the City Center Almaza, Egypt, for Majid Al Futtaim Properties. Prior to that he was General Manager for Living in Interiors
Mohamed has 20 years’ experience running major retail-focused infrastructure projects across the Middle East. Mohamed holds a BSc in Civil & Structural Engineering from Cairo University and a PMP certification.
As the President of DevCo at Diriyah Company, Mohamed oversees the development of the Diriyah masterplan
1 undated completions and 0 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
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| Zallal | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Bujairi District | office, retail | — | — | — | — | — | 2024 | 22 April 2024 | Jan 2025 – Jun 2025 | Jan 2025 – Jun 2025 | 0.0 mo (−5.0 to +5.0) | sourced | completed |
| Bab Samhan Hotel | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Bujairi District | hotel | 1341 | Two floors above ground plus basement parking per cluster building | — | — | — | 2023 | 16 December 2023 | Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 | Dec 2024 | +5.5 mo (0.0 to +11.0) | sourced | completed |
| Wadi Safar Signature Golf Course | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Wadi Safar | other | — | — | 605,000 m² | — | — | 2020 | 2020 | — | Aug 2024 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Samhan Parking | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Samhan District | other | 1,7001 | Five basement floors | — | — | — | 2019 | 2019 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2023 | dates under review | dates under review | completed |
| Bujairi Terrace | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Bujairi District | retail, other | — | — | 15,000 m² | — | — | 2020 | 29 June 2020 | Jan 2022 – Apr 2022 | Dec 2022 | +9.5 mo (+8.0 to +11.0) | sourced | completed |
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| Tracked since | October 8, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 8, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 8, 2026 |
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