Al Ula South Gas Station

Located at the southern gateway to Al Ula, the Gas Station transforms a routine stop into a culturally meaningful and environmentally sensitive landmark.

As the first point of arrival, it reimagines a typically utilitarian infrastructure into a social crossroads, where architecture is welcoming, integrated with nature, and accessible to all. The station sets the tone for the journey ahead, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 to elevate everyday infrastructure through thoughtful design.

Drawing inspiration from the region’s Nabatean heritage and sculptural sandstone formations, the architecture incorporates sustainable structures, earthy tones, minimal geometry, and rhythmic shadows that shift with the desert sun, glowing warmly at night and blending seamlessly into the landscape by day.

The project embodies SAL Architects' philosophy of creating contemporary spaces that respond to place, community, and history, offering a refined, context-driven experience in the heart of the desert.

What makes the Al Ula South Gas Station particularly significant is its strategic location at a major crossroads, serving both the entry and exit routes to Al Ula while linking travelers to Khybar, Medina, and Al Wajh.

This makes it more than just a stop for road trippers; it becomes a vital hub for visitors, a space for cultural exchange through its exhibition center, and a memorable pause point, perfect for watching sunsets or stargazing under the vast desert sky.

Project Type: Gas Station & Public Services
Location: Al Ula, Saudi Arabia
Total Land Area: 9,780 sqm
Total BUA: 1,157.5 sqm

Number of Fueling Bays: 6 for cars, 2 for trucks
EV Charging Stations: 4 (with capacity for future expansion)
Parking Spaces: 67
Public Services: Visitor Center (and exhibition area), Mosque (with separate male and female prayer areas), Minimarket, Restaurant, Cafe & Drive-through Cafe, Rooftop Terrace with Public Seating and Viewing Deck, Children's' Playground, Car wash and Car Service Bay, Bike lane, Bus stop

Owner: Royal Commission of Al Ula
Design Consultant & Design Guardians: SAL Architects
Lighting Specialist: Studio A Lighting
Engineering Design: Arabtech Jardaneh
Supervision Consultant: House of Consulting Office
Project Management Consultant: SEA
Contractor: Astra Construction
Operator: Al Drees