Xaynor is the cliffside private beach club destination of the Magna cluster at NEOM. Set on a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Aqaba, it is positioned as a members and private-event hospitality venue, contrasting with the resort hotels elsewhere in the Magna portfolio.
At a glance
- Location: cliffside above the Gulf of Aqaba, NEOM region.
- Form: private beach club with restaurants, lounges, pools, and accommodation.
- Programme: membership-led, with private events and selected guest visits.
- Position: ultra-luxury, exclusive, social-led.
The cliffside setting
Xaynor sits at the edge of a cliff above the Gulf of Aqaba. The architecture cantilevers over the rock face, with terraces, infinity pools, and dining decks oriented toward the water. The setting gives every space within Xaynor an uninterrupted sea view.
The cliffside position also creates dramatic acoustic and lighting qualities: sea breezes carry sound, and the deep western exposure produces extended golden hours through the afternoon.
The beach club
The Xaynor beach club is the principal venue. Programming includes:
- Beachfront lounges with cabanas and day beds.
- Multiple swimming pools, including an edge pool that appears to merge with the sea.
- A signature restaurant collection spanning Mediterranean, Levantine, and Japanese-influenced cuisine.
- Bars and lounges for daytime and evening programming.
- Wellness facilities including spa, yoga, and fitness pavilions.
The club is run as a membership organisation, with selected day visits and event bookings available to non-members.
Private events
Xaynor’s setting and programming are designed for private events. The cliffside venue, the restaurants, the pool terraces, and the beach are available for full and partial buyouts. The Magna events team coordinates programming, catering, and logistics for events ranging from intimate dinners to large weddings and corporate gatherings.
Accommodation
Xaynor includes a small accommodation programme of suites and villas for members and guests. The accommodation is positioned to extend a Xaynor visit into a multi-day stay rather than to function as a primary resort hotel.
How Xaynor fits in Magna
Xaynor plays the role of the social and event destination in the Magna portfolio. Where Epicon is the iconic skyline, Siranna the wellness retreat, Utamo the entertainment experience, Leyja the desert eco-resort, Aquellum the hidden city, and Norlana the residential yachting community, Xaynor is the cliffside private club. Together the cluster offers a complete spectrum of ultra-luxury experiences.
Related reading
For the wider Magna cluster, see Magna: NEOM’s Gulf of Aqaba tourism cluster. For other Magna destinations, see Epicon, Siranna, Utamo, Leyja, Aquellum, and Norlana.
Sources
This article draws on NEOM Company announcements, Magna destination disclosures, Public Investment Fund publications, and reporting from Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, Reuters, and trade press in architecture and hospitality. Corrections welcome.