Looking for somewhere to stay in Jeddah? Let us make it easy for you.
From spas and rooftop pools to kids’ clubs and a hotel with a Michelin star-nabbing chef, there is something to suit everyone whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple or taking the kids along for the ride.
For location and style, we think these are the best places to check in to when you visit the Red Sea city in Saudi Arabia.
Assila, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Jeddah
Got a passion for art? With over 2,000 pieces of artwork by Saudi artists, Assila, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Jeddah is the only hotel in the Kingdom that doubles as an art gallery. And if luxury is your thing, this hotel has that in bucket loads too. Expect Arabian hospitality with a contemporary twist, a rooftop pool and a top Argentinean restaurant that serves up delicious steaks.
Assila Towers Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Street Al Andalus, Jeddah, www.marriott.com (+966 231 9800).
Crowne Plaza, Jeddah
There’s an outdoor pool, sauna and fitness centre, plus the rooms all have floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the city and of the Red Sea, which always makes waking up in a comfortable hotel bed easier. It is also home to one of the city’s best Japanese restaurants, Sakura and has a playground for the little ones.
Al Corniche Road, Jeddah, www.ihg.com (+966 12 260 4900).
InterContinental Jeddah
Situated on the Corniche facing the world famous Jeddah Fountain and the Red Sea InterContinental Jeddah offers rooms with top views and good choice of restaurants including Fish Market, Spears, which serves up meat on swords (really) and Al Ferdaus, where you’ll find regular buffet spreads.
Al Hamra, Corniche, Jeddah, www.ihg.com (+966 12 229 5555).
Mövenpick Al Nawras Jeddah
Family holiday to Jeddah? If you’re taking the whole gang then you might want to be checking into this hotel. Located on a private island – very swish – just off North Corniche Road gives you pretty special views of the Red Sea. All of the villas have gardens and private swimming pools and there are dedicated kids’ areas to keep little holidaymakers entertained.
Prince Naif Road, Corniche Street, Jeddah, www.movenpick.com (+966 12 655 5550).
Rosewood Jeddah
If having a personal butler is top of your check list then this hotel is holiday goals. Situated a short walk from the North Corniche Rosewood Jeddah has a top-notch Chinese restaurant and a chilled-out sport for afternoon tea. It’s worth noting that the only pool at the hotel is for men only. And if you’re travelling with little ones, the hotel’s Rose Buds programme includes a personalised welcome letter, gaming consoles and baby essentials as well as some fun activities to keep them entertained during your stay.
Corniche Street, Al Shatie District, Jeddah, www.rosewoodhotels.com (+966 12 260 7111).
Park Hyatt Jeddah – Marina, Club and Spa
Being located slap bang on the shore of Jeddah’s iconic Corniche means fabulous vistas of the Red Sea and the incredible King Fahad Fountain. Staying here also means being close to the heart of the city, which is a bonus when you want to explore or to check out the local malls.
Al Hamra District, Southern Corniche, Jeddah, www.hyatt.com (+966 12 263 9666).
The Hotel Galleria by Elaf
A strikingly glamorous hotel that wouldn’t look out of place on Rome’s Via del Corso thanks to its Italian architecture, The Hotel Galleria by Elaf is utterly charming. Residents and visitors alike come from miles around to eat at Argentinean restaurant, Vaquero, where some of the best steak in Jeddah is served alongside top entertainment.
Muhammad Ibn Abdul Aziz, Al Andalus, Jeddah, www.thehotelgalleria.com (+966 12 422 2555).
The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah
This hotel only opened in 2017, but is already popular with international travellers, honeymooners and families thanks to its luxurious (men only) spa and high-end restaurants. Kids will love having their own dedicated check-in zone and mums and dads will enjoy Thursday’s international street food night to kick off their weekend.
Al Hamra District, Jeddah, www.ritzcarlton.com (+966 12 231 4444).
The Venue Jeddah
Being minutes away from the city centre makes exploring the city easy from this luxurious hotel with its striking glass façade makes it stand out on the waterfront. The rooms all have floor-to-ceiling windows to make the most of the Red Sea views and are elegantly decorated, but it’s the dining that locals and visitors flock to the hotel for. Michelin Star Chef Laurent Peugeot is at the helm of three of the hotel’s eateries: family eatery, Grill Me, that serves up grill meats and seafood; Sensation, where you can enjoy an exotic fusion cuisine and Le Madeleine that focuses on French patisserie and sweets. Bon appétit.
Corniche Road, Ash Shati, Jeddah, www.the-venue.com (+966 12 613 9000).
Waldorf Astoria Qasr Al Sharq
Need your space when you’re settling into your hotel room? Waldorf Astoria Qasr Al Sharq, which is perfectly poised on Jeddah’s popular Corniche, has oodles of it with even the smallest rooms starting from around 600 square feet. There is a beach, indoor pool and quality restaurants, but the major plus of this hotel is that it is home to the first women’s-only spa in Saudi Arabia, so ladies, it’s time to get your pamper on.
North Corniche Road, Jeddah, www.hilton.com (+966 920 009 565).
