Owned by HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom Holding Company was previously an equal partner with Gates but now holds a significant minority interest.
Do you care that your $1,200/night room is jointly owned by a Saudi prince who loves flamboyance and a tech hermit who loves spreadsheets? You should.
So, what sets Four Seasons apart from other luxury hotel brands? Here are a few key success factors:
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a privately held company controlled by a small group of high-profile global investors. As of early 2026, the primary owner is , who holds a majority stake through his private investment vehicle, Cascade Investment LLC. The current ownership structure is as follows:
Staying at a Four Seasons isn’t sleeping in a hotel. It’s sleeping in the cold war between a Saudi dreamer and a Seattle coder—and somehow, waking up refreshed.