Al Huda Park attracts global anchors as Makkah’s next retail landmark gains momentum

Manal Saleh

Following its debut announcement, momentum is building at Al Huda Park - Makkah’s upcoming super-regional retail and lifestyle destination. Spanning 50,000+ sqm GLA across 300+ stores, the project is set to redefine how the city shops, dines, and connects.

Designed primarily for residents while also serving Makkah’s growing tourism market, the destination aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s lifestyle and quality-of-life goals. Its leasing strategy balances premium, bridge, and mass-market categories, ensuring both aspirational appeal and daily relevance. With multi-level atriums, integrated leisure anchors, and direct visibility for high-traffic categories, Al Huda Park’s design not only complements but also sustains cross-category retail.

Retail and entertainment onboarding is accelerating, with multiple global entertainment operators and a leading regional everyday-essentials retailer in advanced stages of agreement. Key fashion, F&B, and leisure anchors are expected to be announced in the coming months. This early traction underscores the project’s unique appeal to brands seeking long-term relevance and first-mover advantage in a rapidly growing market.

Demand Drivers:

-           12M+ projected annual visits in Year 1 (with steady growth forecast)

-           170K+ new residential units in catchment by 2030

-           Serving 2.5M residents in Makkah

-           Retail spend forecast: SAR 146B by 2030

-           Balanced tenant mix across premium, bridge, and mass-market segments to capture daily and aspirational spending

Developed by Hamat - one of Saudi Arabia’s most experienced mall owners and operators — Al Huda Park benefits from Hamat’s legacy of creating vibrant destinations that already draw 80M+ visitors annually. For brands, Al Huda Park offers a rare combination of underserved demand, prime location, and long-term brand potential - making it one of the most pivotal retail developments in Makkah’s modern history. Visit www.hamat.sa for more information.

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