Episode 95: Bilal Ambikapathy, Partner, Wisefields

Saudi Arabia’s hotel investment market is undergoing a major shift. In this episode, Bilal Ambikapathy explains how recent regulatory changes have simplified foreign investments, especially in key cities like Riyadh and Jeddah, and clarified foreign ownership rules in Mecca and Medina through fund structures. He highlights the surge in domestic and regional investments, the rise of tier-two city opportunities like Asir province, and the outlook for Saudi Arabia as a dominant regional hub. With increasing transparency, strong regulatory frameworks, and impressive market performance (especially in Medina), Saudi Arabia is fast becoming a magnet for global hospitality investors.