Mecca is a sacred destination for Muslims from across the world, primarily due to the presence of the Kaaba that is located in the centre of Masjid al-Haram. Millions of people undertake a spiritual journey to this holy city, especially during the annual Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj. Regardless of whether you're visiting for Hajj, Umrah or just to explore the city, finding suitable accommodation should be one of your top priorities.
Choosing the right accommodation can make all the difference during your time in Mecca. In this blog post, we'll take a look at why choosing accommodation is crucial to your travel experience. We'll cover everything from the location, facilities, room types and the level of comfort you can expect, so you can make an informed decision before booking your hotel.
With a range of accommodation options available in Mecca, it's important to consider what type of lodging best suits your travel needs. For instance, luxury hotels often come with a higher price tag but offer a higher degree of comfort and luxury that is unparalleled. Alternatively, budget hotels can provide value for money, but may not have the same amenities and services. Ultimately, the choice depends on what you're willing to spend and the level of comfort you're looking for in your accommodation.
Additionally, Mecca is often crowded during Hajj and Umrah season, making it necessary for visitors to book their hotel rooms well in advance. By choosing the right accommodation, you will not only have a comfortable and hassle-free stay but also save valuable time and energy that can be spent on exploring the city and performing religious rituals. So, whether you're visiting Mecca for spiritual or cultural reasons, your accommodation can play a pivotal role in your overall travel experience.
Luxury Lodging in Mecca
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Approximately 10 minutes' drive from the historical Al-Zaher Palace Museum, Pullman Zamzam Makkah Hotel Mecca includes 1315 rooms. Boasting a prime location, the hotel invites guests to an à la carte restaurant serving international dishes.
The prestigious 5-star accommodation lies in the Ajyad district, 10 minutes' drive from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. This 33-story hotel is also approximately 10 minutes' drive from King Abdullah Zamzam Water Project in Mecca.
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Swissotel Makkah Mecca is set around 10 minutes' drive from the historic Al-Zaher Palace Museum and 15 minutes by car from the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque. Offering location within a short walking distance of Abraj Al Bait Mall Towers, the hotel overlooks city and has an American-style restaurant.
The property lies in the Ajyad district, at a 13 km distance from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. Guests can get to Mecca city centre, which is 2 km away. The deluxe hotel is also located only minutes away from Safwah tower. Due to its location, 100 km from King Abdulaziz airport, fast access to the 42-story Swissotel Makkah is provided.
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The 5-star Elaf Al Mashaer Hotel Makkah Mecca is set approximately 5 minutes' drive from Safa Hill and within 20 minutes' walk of the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque. Wi Fi is available throughout the property as well as a bureau de change and a lift are available on site.
The luxury hotel enjoys a strategic location in the Ajyad district of Mecca, in the immediate adjacency of Safwah tower. Guests can reach Mecca city centre in 20 minutes on foot. Hajar Tower is at 350 metres from this Mecca hotel. Al Haramin "Mina 1 " station is 10 km from Elaf Al Mashaer Hotel Makkah.
Cheap Accommodation in Mecca
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Nestled in the Ajyad district, Al Massa Hotel Makkah Mecca is at 350 metres of the cubical Kaaba Shrine.
The hotel is located within 5 minutes' walk of Abraj Al Bait Mall Towers, 20 minutes' drive from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. The property is set approximately 10 minutes by car from the historic Al-Zaher Palace Museum. Safa and Marwa Holy Mountains lies a short distance to this 4-star hotel.
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The 5-star Elaf Kinda Hotel Mecca is set within 3.7 km of the cubical Kaaba Shrine and approximately a 10-minute ride from the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque. Boasting a location a short walk to The Abraj Al-Bait Towers, this Mecca hotel offers 240 rooms together with a snack bar onsite.
The modern property is located a mere 5 minutes on foot from King Fahad Gate, around a 10-minute ride from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. A 15-minute walk from the luxury Elaf Kinda will get you to the heart of Mecca. The nearest airport is King Abdulaziz airport, 100 km from the accommodation.
Hotels in Mecca
| Airport nearby 🛬 | King Abdulaziz, Ta'if |
| Rating 🏅 | 37 |
| Mecca Hotels 🛎️ | 334 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Al Masfalah, Muzdalifah, Mina |
| Min Price 💸 | 12$ |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Pullman Zamzam Makkah Hotel |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Swissotel Makkah |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Elaf Al Mashaer Hotel |
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3.8 km from the cubical Kaaba Shrine, Conrad Makkah Hotel Mecca includes 438 rooms. This hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness area and Wi Fi throughout the property.
Standing within minutes from Souk Al Khalil, the accommodation is situated in a shopping area of Mecca. The fantastic hotel in Mecca is around 10 minutes' drive from the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque. Located in Mecca, this property lies just off Abraj Al-Bait Mosque. The 30-story Conrad Makkah Hotel is settled at a 12 km distance from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station.
Lodging in Downtown
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Swissotel Al Maqam Makkah
Nestled in the Ajyad district, Swissotel Al Maqam Makkah Mecca is 6 km from the cubical Kaaba Shrine. Set moments from Abraj Al Bait Mall Towers, this hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving international cuisine.
The property is located in an ancient part of Mecca, 10 km from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. The 5-star hotel also gives access to Masjid Al Haram King Abdullah Expension Gate, which is around 10 minutes' drive away.
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The 30-story Makkah Hotel Mecca is a prestigious 5-star property set within 3.8 km of the cubical Kaaba Shrine and around a 10-minute drive from Zamzam Well. Located within 10 minutes' drive of the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque, this luxury hotel features 614 rooms with views of the city.
The luxurious accommodation offers a prime location about 100 km from King Abdulaziz airport and only a few steps away from Prayer Hall. A 15-minute walk from the elegant Makkah will get you to the heart of Mecca. Masjid Taneem lies 500 metres from the property. The perfect Makkah Hotel is located approximately a 20-minute ride from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station.
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The 30-story Hilton Suites Makkah Mecca is set 4.4 km from the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque and 2.6 km from Saqqaf Palace. This 5-star hotel has views of the city and features WiFi throughout the property.
The luxury property enjoys a fabulous location, at a 10 km distance from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. A 15-minute walk from the hotel will get you to the heart of Mecca.
Dog Friendly Places to Stay in Mecca
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The 5-star M Hotel Makkah By Millennium Mecca is set nearly a 10-minute drive from Jannat Al Muallaa Cemetery and within 25 minutes' walk of Souk Al Khalil. Located around a 10-minute ride from the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque, the smoke-free hotel features 461 rooms with views of the city.
Guests can get to Mecca city centre, which is 3 km away. Al Haramin "Mina 1 " station is within 13 km of this Mecca hotel. The nearest airport is King Abdulaziz, set 100 km from the luxury accommodation.
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Hamad Saif Batal Hotel
Nestled in the Ajyad district, Hamad Saif Batal Hotel Mecca is at 550 metres from Abraj Al Bait Mall Towers. Guests can enjoy WiFi throughout the property, as well as a currency exchange and a cash machine on site.
This hotel is located 7 minutes on foot from Safwah tower, a 20-minute drive from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. The 2-star hotel in Mecca is within walking distance to Grand Mosque. Masjid al-Haram lies nearly a 7-minute walk from the accommodation.
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Nestled in a western district, Movenpick Makkah Hajar Tower Mecca is nearly a 10-minute drive from the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque. Set a walk from Grand Mosque, the hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving Middle Eastern cuisine.
This Mecca property offers a prime location within a 5-minute walk of King Fahad Gate. The quality hotel also gives access to Miqot makani, which is about a 10-minute drive away. Guests will find themselves about a 10-minute drive from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station.
Places to Stay in Mecca for Families
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Anjum Makkah Hotel Mecca is set a 15-minute ride from Abu Kubais and a 20-minute drive from Abraj Al Bait Mall Towers. Located within 6 km of Jannat Al Muallaa Cemetery, this world-class hotel features 1743 rooms with views of the city.
Mecca centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The closest train station to the hotel is Al Haramin "Mina 1 ", which is around 20 minutes away by car. This comfortable 5-star property lies within 100 km of King Abdulaziz airport.
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The 30-story Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel Mecca is a comfortable 5-star property set around a 10-minute ride from Madhbah Isma'Il and around a 15-minute ride from the Great Al Salam Gate Mosque. Located around a 15-minute ride from Safa and Marwa Hill, the hotel features 764 rooms with views of the city.
This luxury accommodation enjoys a prime location, approximately a 20-minute drive from Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station. A 10-minute walk from the Hilton Makkah Convention will get you to the heart of Mecca. The nearest airport is King Abdulaziz airport, 100 km from the comfortable property.
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Dorrar Al Eiman Royal Hotel
Dorrar Aleiman Royal Hotel Mecca is a comfortable 5-star property set within 3.7 km of Abraj Al Bait Mall Towers and within 17 minutes' walk of the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque. Located about 19 minutes on foot from the cubical Kaaba Shrine, this Mecca hotel features 810 rooms with views of the city.
Thanks to its prime location in a shopping neighbourhood, the luxury accommodation is right near Safwah tower. A 20-minute walk from the Dorrar Aleiman Royal will get you to the heart of Mecca. King Abdulaziz airport is 100 km from this comfortable property and Al Haramin "Mina 1 " train station is 10 km away.
Places to Stay near Mecca Airport
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At a 4 km distance from Zamzam Well, Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah Hotel Mecca includes 656 rooms. Set in close vicinity to Masjid Taneem, the hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving international cuisine.
Mecca centre can be reached within 15 minutes' walk. This 5-star hotel is also 10 minutes' drive from the massive Masjid al-Haram Mosque in Mecca. Located in Mecca, the accommodation lies only metres from Souk Al Khalil. The closest train station to Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah Hotel is Al Haramin "Mina 1 ", which is around 10 km away.