In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, tourism business began to develop relatively recently. However, till now the main guests of the country are businessmen, politicians and pilgrims. It is religious customs and restrictions that are the reason that it is very difficult to attract ordinary tourists. In this regard, most hotels in Saudi Arabia do not pass the international classification, and those that have a sufficient number of stars are part of the large international hotel chains.
In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, tourism business began to develop relatively recently. However, till now the main guests of the country are businessmen, politicians and pilgrims. It is religious customs and restrictions that are the reason that it is very difficult to attract ordinary tourists. In this regard, most hotels in Saudi Arabia do not pass the international classification, and those that have a sufficient number of stars are part of the large international hotel chains. Despite this, each hotel maintains a level of service and comfort that meets European standards.
Hotels in Riyadh
Despite the small number of foreign tourists in the country, there is no shortage of quality housing. Most of the comfortable hotels are located in the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the city of Riyadh . Local hotels attract guests with spacious cozy rooms, as well as an abundance of additional services. Here you can dine in a luxurious restaurant, visit the spa or go to workout in the fitness center and swimming pool.
The largest hotels in the capital of Saudi Arabia are:
- The Ritz-Carlton;
- Four Seasons Hotel;
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel;
- Rosh Rayhaan by Rotana;
- Al Faisaliah Hote;
- Burj Rafal Hotel;
- Sheraton Riyadh Hotel.
The cost of living in any of these hotels can reach $ 733 per night. Tourists who do not care about the living conditions and for whom the main thing is to have a bed and a bathroom in the room, they can find an economy class hotel in the capital of Saudi Arabia. Here the day of residence will cost a maximum of $ 20. Businessmen and families who live in the country for a long time choose mostly apart-hotels. There are no hostels and youth hotels in the capital, nor in everything in the kingdom.
Riyadh is the most expensive city in the kingdom, so hotel accommodation and apartment rental by European standards are very expensive. Prices range from $ 400-800.
Hotels in Jeddah
This city is the economic center of the country. That is why mainly diplomats, businessmen and tourists come here who want to relax on the Red Sea in the best hotels in Saudi Arabia. Many local hotels are focused on travelers who come to Jeddah to get acquainted with the history and traditions of the past centuries. For this, their interiors are decorated with antique furniture with fine carvings, handicrafts and chic fabrics in the national style.
The largest hotels in the economic capital of Saudi Arabia are:
- Park Hyatt Jeddah;
- Rosewood Jeddah;
- Jeddah Hilton;
- InterContinental Hotel;
- Holiday Inn;
- Sofitel Jeddah Corniche.
In comparison with Riyadh, the cost of living in hotels in Jeddah is slightly lower. It ranges between $ 95 and $ 460 per night.
Hotels in Mecca
In a sacred city for the entire Islamic world, there is no shortage of good hotels. In connection with the fact that the economy of the kingdom is based on the servicing of Muslims, it is on them that the entire tourist infrastructure is oriented. Specifically, in this city of Saudi Arabia, many hotels with 4 and 5 stars are built, service in which meets all international standards. In Mecca it is also easy to find a small two-star hotel.
Recently, among the women traveling in Saudi Arabia, the "Lausan" hotels have become popular. The tenants of these "women's" hotels can book rooms themselves, populate and evict them. Hotels located in this city of Saudi Arabia are part of the international hotel chain Ramada, which is focused on the reception and maintenance of pilgrims. Their work is organized in accordance with Sharia law. On their territory there are no clubs and entertainment facilities, and in restaurants only halal food is served. If the hotel has a swimming pool, then men and women visit it at different times. The following hotels are the most popular among pilgrims from all over the world:
- Makkah Millennium Towers;
- Makkah Clock Royal Tower ;
- Intercontinental Dar Al Tawhid;
- Makarim Ajyad;
- Dar Al Ghufran;
- Al Marwa Rayhaan.
Many pilgrims who come to the country for hajj prefer to stay in special tent camps. In their opinion, refusing to stay in comfortable hotels in Saudi Arabia, they become a little closer to their main spiritual mentor, who at one time neglected earthly goods.
Hotels in Medina
Medina is the second holy city of Muslims, so here you can always see a large number of pilgrims and tourists. Like Mecca, it is closed to representatives of other religious denominations. But for Muslims in this city of Saudi Arabia works a lot of hotels for every taste. The most popular among them are:
- Anwar Al Madinah Movenpick;
- Shaza Al Madina;
- Madina Oberoi;
- Dallah Taibah;
- Pullman Zamzam.
If desired, guests of the city can find both luxury apartments worth $ 150 per night, as well as small rooms in two-star hotels for $ 30-50. Here, often rented budget rooms, which provided air conditioning, refrigerator, separate bathroom and satellite TV.