Shadi Suleman appointed Regional VP and GM at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre announces the appointment of Shadi Suleman as Regional Vice President and General Manager, effective from July 2025. The appointment marks a meaningful return to Riyadh for Suleman, where his remarkable 23-year journey with Four Seasons first began in 2002. With a distinguished career spanning Syria, Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, Suleman brings unparalleled operational expertise and deep regional knowledge.

Speaking on his appointment, Suleman said: “What matters most to me is building genuine connections with our guests and fostering a team culture that inspires the same level of care and engagement.” “It’s a true privilege to return to Riyadh in this new capacity. I’m honored to lead such an iconic property and contribute to Four Seasons’ continued expansion in Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom’s hospitality landscape is evolving at an incredible pace, and I look forward to working with our outstanding teams,” he added.

Throughout his journey, Suleman has played an instrumental role in shaping the guest experience at properties including Four Seasons Hotel Doha, Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Four Seasons Hotel Damascus, and Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Tower.  Under his leadership, Four Seasons Hotel Doha received major industry recognition, including number one Hotel in the Middle East and the number five in the World in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. 

Shadi Suleman, Regional VP and GM at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh 

The hotel earned consecutive Forbes Five-Star ratings (2024–2025), a Five-Star award for its Spa in 2025, and Michelin Guide recognition for Nobu and Curiosa by Jean Georges.  In his expanded role, Suleman will be pivotal in advancing Four Seasons’ strategic growth across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Alongside leading Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Tower, he will maintain oversight of operations at both Four Seasons Hotels in Qatar. 

A graduate of Damascus University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and hospitality management, Suleman is recognized for his people-first leadership style and comprehensive understanding of the hospitality landscape in the GCC and the wider Middle East.  Strategically located in the iconic Kingdom Tower, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh offers an ideal setting for today’s leisure travelers—professionals who combine business with leisure. 

With direct access to Kingdom Mall and proximity to Riyadh’s commercial hubs, the hotel offers a perfect setting for guests to balance meetings and downtime. Under Suleman’s leadership, the property will further elevate this experience with tailored services and amenities. Guests can unwind in luxurious accommodations and enjoy world-class wellness facilities, including an outdoor pool, modern gym, and tranquil spa with signature treatments. 

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre also offers a dynamic culinary scene that complements its luxury accommodations and wellness experiences. Guests can enjoy refined French cuisine at Cafe Boulud, exquisite pastries by Pierre Herme, and signature cocktails in the elegant Tonic Bar. Under Suleman’s leadership, these venues will continue to embody the hotel’s commitment to culinary excellence, appealing to both local gourmets and international travelers.

As the world’s leading operator of luxury hotels, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts currently manages 133 properties in 47 countries. Open since 2003, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh provides a preferred address for both business and leisure travelers, and the highly personalized, anticipatory service that Four Seasons guests expect and value around the world. Recent awards and honors include Best Leisure Hotel in the Middle East at the Business Traveller Awards 2025.