A Luxury Hotel in Riyadh Designed for Business Gatherings

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Close to the city’s Diplomatic Quarter, The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh offers the perfect location for business meetings and events. Within its palatial setting, the hotel offers 62,000 sq. ft. of conference space with board rooms, ballrooms and meeting rooms to accommodate events as large as 2,000 guests. Paired with the attention and services of a dedicated events team, meetings are highly personalized experiences that will both impress and inspire every attendee on your guest list.

10

Event Rooms

5962 SQ MT

Total Event Space

2354

Capacity Largest Space

6

Breakout Rooms

Events

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Meetings and Events

The Ritz-Carlton specializes in pairing ideal meeting venues with impeccable service.

Designed To Inspire
Riyadh Event Venues

Majestic ballrooms, intimate board rooms and elegant meeting rooms are among the event spaces available at this Riyadh hotel. Spread across 62,000 sq. ft., meeting spaces feature striking design details including domed, painted ceilings; dramatic chandeliers; Arabian arches and natural light. Venues can accommodate conferences, conventions, galas, banquets, product launches, board meetings and other gatherings for as many as 2,000 guests.

Professional Meeting Services That Exceed Expectations

Meeting Services

Call upon the expertise of our dedicated Meeting Services specialists who thrive on creating pitch-perfect events of any scale. At The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh we offer a full-service business centre with 24-hour access to shipping, faxes, photocopying and secretarial services, along with professional translation services, high-speed Internet and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment. Let our meeting planning professionals assist you in crafting an outstanding business event. Our business hotel is also committed to practicing environmental responsibility and we make every effort uphold these initiatives in our event planning endeavors.

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At The Ritz-Carlton, we have a genuine commitment to be supportive to the community and sensitive to the environment. Our environmental responsibility initiatives deliver an unparalleled guest experience while protecting our natural resources. We are committed to engaging our Ladies and Gentlemen in a comprehensive sustainability strategy, led by our property-based Ritz-Carlton Environmental Action Conservation Teams (REACT). Within our hotels, we are mindful of our impact on the environment by reducing energy and water usage, offering a linen and terry reuse program, implementing recycling initiatives, and utilizing environmentally preferable cleaning products. Our Ladies and Gentlemen are proud to offer organic and local foods and sustainable seafood in our restaurants, organic treatments and products in our spas, paperless billing to guests upon checkout, and continuously seek opportunities to purchase more sustainable products throughout the hotel. Locally, our ladies and gentlemen work to better the environment through community projects such as native plant restoration, the protection of endangered species and the creation of community gardens.

The Ritz-Carlton Meeting Services App, ((chime)), allows meeting planners to connect in real-time with Meetings and Events Concierges on any web-enabled device. With Chime, meetings management is at your fingertips 24/7.  The ((chime)) app allows meeting planners to mobilize the entire hotel for event planning through billing, anytime and anywhere. Planners may request service attention, in-room temperature changes, set up changes and a variety of billing services at the touch of a button. Meeting planners receive a response from the meeting and events concierge to confirm the request has been received and is being worked on.

WEDDINGS

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Weddings and Occasions

The Ritz-Carlton is dedicated to creating a unique wedding experience from intimate to extravagant.

Dream weddings don't just happen, they're planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners are trained to help. After completing demanding coursework, each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner is qualified to coordinate weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Relying on experience, training, tradition and old-fashioned intuition, Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can help you determine an overall vision for your wedding and help you execute each detail. That includes setting an event budget; deciding on a menu; arranging table settings; and finding florists, photographers, a band and other entertainment for the big day.
The Ritz-Carlton provides an ideal setting for your festivities for birthdays or anniversaries.

Discover Fairytale Wedding Venues in Riyadh

Fifty-two acres of lavish gardens and architecture inspired by a grand palace are the backdrop for weddings at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh. Within this luxurious setting, wedding planners and couples can explore venues including two grand ballrooms with space for up to 2,000 guests each and smaller halls for additional ceremonies and celebrations.

Wedding Venues & Advisors
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The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom A

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The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom B

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Wedding Advisors

What do I need to know before contacting the hotel?

  • Date and time of the wedding (alternative dates if your preferred date is not available)
  • Number of people expected for the event
  • An estimated budget for the event
     

How far in advance should I reserve the date?

We recommend reserving your date at least one year in advance, but should you have a favourable date, we suggest booking your special day earlier to ensure availability.
 

How do we organize your wedding at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh?

Planning your wedding can be one of the most stressful yet most memorable experiences in your life and The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh Team is here to help you define every step of the way. Please let us be amongst the first to wish you all the best on your forthcoming marriage.
 

  1. Conduct site inspection for the couple.
  2. Select and reserve the perfect venue for the wedding.
  3. Envision your wedding and draw up a budget.
  4. Discuss the expected number of invitees and preferred wedding day.
  5. Assist you in the selection of wedding menus.
  6. Reservation of a Royal Suite for the grand wedding night.
  7. Accommodate the needs of any room reservations for the invited guests attending the wedding.
  8. Develop a catering agreement specifying the details of the event and parties’ commitments.

 

What do we provide for weddings and receptions?

  1. Reception beverages (fresh juices, mineral water).
  2. Dinner buffet including soft beverages.
  3. Royal chairs and tables, luxurious silverwares and glasses.
  4. Complimentary use of the Bridal Suite on the date of the event for bride’s pre-wedding preparation.
  5. One-night complimentary stay for the bride and groom at a Royal Suite with breakfast buffet in Al Orjouan Restaurant.
     

What is the deposit based on and when is the final payment due?

A deposit of 50,000 SAR is required to confirm banquet space. Estimated remaining balance is due two months prior to the event.

  • Food and Beverage
  • The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh offers a wide range of buffet menus for both male or female wedding which includes a rich variety of homemade cold and hot mezze, appetizers, salads, seafood stations, live cooking stations and an assortment of International and Middle Eastern cuisines, carving stations, and Oriental and International desserts.

  • To delight your special day at the Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, we also have the pleasure to offer you the legendary Ritz-Carlton Silver Service for the groom and bride’s family.

  • Special Dietary Needs
  • Our Food and Beverage team strives to accommodate guests with special dietary restrictions. We thoroughly ensure that we curate a customized menu for your guests upon request.

  • Wedding Cake
  • We work with each client individually to create a cake that reflects their personal taste and style.

  • Sweets and Pastries
  • We offer full variety of chocolates, sweets and savoury pastries.

  • When do I need to finalize my menu?
  • Food and beverage selections must be finalized and confirmed with your Catering Sales Manager at least 2 weeks prior to the date of your wedding.
  • Floral
  • Our floral shop focuses on fusing imagination and innovation to create inimitable designs for the discerning client who seeks a truly personalized floral experience. We design an experience with all the textures, colors and beauty to fully express our client’s vision.

  • Parking
  • Extensive parking for over 400 cars is available at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh. Our valet attendant will park the cars on a complimentary basis. The cars are picked up from a dedicated entrance of The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom.

  • Transportation Service
  • Our concierge can arrange local transportation for you or your visiting guests.

  • Due Date to Confirm Number of Attendees
  • The hotel requires the final and guaranteed number of attendants 3 weeks prior to the date of your event.

  • Facilities for Arabic Ladies’ Wedding
  • The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh’s Ball Room A and B are one of the most luxurious wedding venues in Riyadh fit perfect for Arabic ladies’ weddings. Our ballrooms feature magnificent wood, fabric and mirror wall coverings, along with exquisite chandeliers, handmade decorative details on the ceiling, mainly designed to host female Royal weddings. The venue has a private entrance for the guests along with 2 counters at the entrance to keep ladies’ abayas.

  • Outside Vendors
  • Client may use outside vendors provided that they follow the hotel’s policies and procedures. Request is subject to approval.
Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.ft) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Boardroom 1 26.2x29.5x14.8 775 50 30 25 25 50 60
Boardroom 2 23x29.5x14.8 678.1 50 30 25 21 50 60
Boardroom 3 19.7x32.8x14.8 645.8 50 30 25 18 50 60
Boardroom 4 21.7x18x9.8 390.7 0 0 0 10 0 0
Boardroom 5 14.1x20x9.2 282.3 0 0 0 5 0 5
The Ritz Carlton Meeting Room A&B 114.8x78.1x13.1 8966.4 450 350 150 100 400 250
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom A 168x111.6x27.9 19913.4 2354 900 550 150 1500 1000
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom B 167.7x114.5x30.5 19913.4 2354 900 550 150 1500 1000
The Ritz Carlton Symposium - Ampitheater 82x84.6x15.1 6929.9 243 - - - - -
The Ritz Carlton Autitorium - Amphitheater 72.2x78.7x9.8 5683.4 474 - - - - -
Boardroom 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
26.2x29.5x14.8
Area (sq.ft)
775
Theater
50
Schoolroom
30
Conference
25
U-Shape
25
Reception
50
Banquet
60
Boardroom 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
23x29.5x14.8
Area (sq.ft)
678.1
Theater
50
Schoolroom
30
Conference
25
U-Shape
21
Reception
50
Banquet
60
Boardroom 3
Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.7x32.8x14.8
Area (sq.ft)
645.8
Theater
50
Schoolroom
30
Conference
25
U-Shape
18
Reception
50
Banquet
60
Boardroom 4
Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.7x18x9.8
Area (sq.ft)
390.7
Theater
0
Schoolroom
0
Conference
0
U-Shape
10
Reception
0
Banquet
0
Boardroom 5
Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.1x20x9.2
Area (sq.ft)
282.3
Theater
0
Schoolroom
0
Conference
0
U-Shape
5
Reception
0
Banquet
5
The Ritz Carlton Meeting Room A&B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
114.8x78.1x13.1
Area (sq.ft)
8966.4
Theater
450
Schoolroom
350
Conference
150
U-Shape
100
Reception
400
Banquet
250
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom A
Dimensions (LxWxH)
168x111.6x27.9
Area (sq.ft)
19913.4
Theater
2354
Schoolroom
900
Conference
550
U-Shape
150
Reception
1500
Banquet
1000
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
167.7x114.5x30.5
Area (sq.ft)
19913.4
Theater
2354
Schoolroom
900
Conference
550
U-Shape
150
Reception
1500
Banquet
1000
The Ritz Carlton Symposium - Ampitheater
Dimensions (LxWxH)
82x84.6x15.1
Area (sq.ft)
6929.9
Theater
243
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
The Ritz Carlton Autitorium - Amphitheater
Dimensions (LxWxH)
72.2x78.7x9.8
Area (sq.ft)
5683.4
Theater
474
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.mt) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Boardroom 1 8x9x4.5 72 50 30 25 25 50 60
Boardroom 2 7x9x4.5 63 50 30 25 21 50 60
Boardroom 3 6x10x4.5 60 50 30 25 18 50 60
Boardroom 4 6.6x5.5x3 36.3 0 0 0 10 0 0
Boardroom 5 4.3x6.1x2.8 26.23 0 0 0 5 0 5
The Ritz Carlton Meeting Room A&B 35x23.8x4 833 450 350 150 100 400 250
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom A 51.2x34x8.5 1850 2354 900 550 150 1500 1000
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom B 51.1x34.9x9.3 1850 2354 900 550 150 1500 1000
The Ritz Carlton Symposium - Ampitheater 25x25.8x4.6 643.8 243 - - - - -
The Ritz Carlton Autitorium - Amphitheater 22x24x3 528 474 - - - - -
Boardroom 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
8x9x4.5
Area (sq.mt)
72
Theater
50
Schoolroom
30
Conference
25
U-Shape
25
Reception
50
Banquet
60
Boardroom 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
7x9x4.5
Area (sq.mt)
63
Theater
50
Schoolroom
30
Conference
25
U-Shape
21
Reception
50
Banquet
60
Boardroom 3
Dimensions (LxWxH)
6x10x4.5
Area (sq.mt)
60
Theater
50
Schoolroom
30
Conference
25
U-Shape
18
Reception
50
Banquet
60
Boardroom 4
Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.6x5.5x3
Area (sq.mt)
36.3
Theater
0
Schoolroom
0
Conference
0
U-Shape
10
Reception
0
Banquet
0
Boardroom 5
Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.3x6.1x2.8
Area (sq.mt)
26.23
Theater
0
Schoolroom
0
Conference
0
U-Shape
5
Reception
0
Banquet
5
The Ritz Carlton Meeting Room A&B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
35x23.8x4
Area (sq.mt)
833
Theater
450
Schoolroom
350
Conference
150
U-Shape
100
Reception
400
Banquet
250
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom A
Dimensions (LxWxH)
51.2x34x8.5
Area (sq.mt)
1850
Theater
2354
Schoolroom
900
Conference
550
U-Shape
150
Reception
1500
Banquet
1000
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
51.1x34.9x9.3
Area (sq.mt)
1850
Theater
2354
Schoolroom
900
Conference
550
U-Shape
150
Reception
1500
Banquet
1000
The Ritz Carlton Symposium - Ampitheater
Dimensions (LxWxH)
25x25.8x4.6
Area (sq.mt)
643.8
Theater
243
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
The Ritz Carlton Autitorium - Amphitheater
Dimensions (LxWxH)
22x24x3
Area (sq.mt)
528
Theater
474
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Audio-Visual Equipment
  • AV Technician
  • Microphone
  • TV
  • TV Production Service Provider
  • Walkie Talkies
  • Wired Internet
  • Wireless Internet
Event Services
  • Carpenter
  • Certified Meeting Planner
  • Electrician
  • Event Lighting
  • Locksmith
  • Message Service
  • Photographer
  • Registration Service
  • Security Guards
Event Equipment & Supplies
  • Direction Signs
  • Easels
  • Flip Chart & Markers
  • Installed Stage
  • Lobby Bulletin Board
  • Name Cards
  • Pens / Pencils / Notepad
  • Podium Lectern
  • Portable Stage
  • Stack Chairs
  • Tables
Business Services
  • Computers
  • Copy Service
  • Fax Service
  • On-Site Business Center is Staffed
  • Overnight Delivery/Pickup
  • Post/Parcel
  • Printers