Hotels in Saudi Arabia
For millions of Muslims, a trip to Saudi Arabia means Umrah or Hajj, with stays in Makkah beside the Masjid al-Haram and in Madinah near the Prophet’s Mosque. Choosing a hotel within walking distance of the mosques makes a real difference to comfort, especially for families and older travellers.
The Kingdom is also opening up to leisure and business travel. Jeddah is the Red Sea gateway and the usual arrival point for pilgrims, Riyadh is the modern capital with major events and business districts, and Dammam anchors the Eastern Province on the Arabian Gulf. The Haramain high-speed railway links Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah, making it easy to combine cities in one trip.
Popular cities in Saudi Arabia
Hotels in Makkah
Makkah is the holiest city in Islam and home to the Masjid al-Haram and the Kaaba. For Umrah and Hajj, the most important decision is how close your hotel is to the Haram: a short walk lets you pray in the mosque for eve
Hotels in Madinah
Madinah is the city of the Prophet ﷺ and home to Masjid an-Nabawi, the second holiest mosque in Islam. Most pilgrims spend several nights here before or after Umrah, praying in the mosque, visiting the Rawdah and seeing
Hotels in Jeddah
Jeddah is Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea city and the traditional gateway for pilgrims heading to Makkah. It combines a long seafront Corniche, the UNESCO-listed old town of Al Balad with its coral-stone houses, and modern distr
Hotels in Riyadh
Riyadh is Saudi Arabia’s capital and its fastest-changing city, with glass towers, major sporting and entertainment events, and a growing list of cultural attractions. It is also the Kingdom’s main business hub, so hotel
Hotels in Dammam
Dammam is the capital of Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province, on the Arabian Gulf. Together with neighbouring Al Khobar and Dhahran, it forms one large metropolitan area known for its seafront promenades, business districts
Frequently asked questions
Which cities should I stay in for Umrah?
Most pilgrims split their stay between Makkah, for the Masjid al-Haram and the Umrah rites, and Madinah, to pray at the Prophet’s Mosque. Many arrive through Jeddah and use the Haramain high-speed train to travel between the three cities.
How do I travel between Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah?
The Haramain high-speed railway connects Makkah, Jeddah (including King Abdulaziz International Airport) and Madinah. The Makkah–Madinah journey takes around two and a half hours. Buses, private cars and taxis are also widely available.
When is the best time to visit Saudi Arabia?
The cooler months from November to March are the most comfortable for sightseeing and Umrah. Summer is very hot across most of the country. Ramadan and the last ten nights are the busiest and most sought-after period in Makkah and Madinah.
Can non-Muslims visit Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Tourist visas are available for many nationalities, and non-Muslims can visit Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam, AlUla and other destinations. Entry to the city of Makkah and the central area around the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah is restricted to Muslims.