12 Nights Luxury Umrah Package

Raffles Makkah Palace is a solid, dependable choice. It's part of the Abraj Al Bait complex, among the closest hotels to the Haram in Makkah. It's a practical base for visiting Masjid al-Haram, and rooms are kept to a reasonable standard for the price. Pack earplugs if you're a light sleeper, the corridors can be busy at prayer times.

Distance

A couple of minutes' walk to the Haram plaza

Shuttle

Not needed — walking distance

Lifts

Several lifts serving all floors, though queues build up after Jummah and Isha

Room service

24-hour room service

Good for: Good for pilgrims who want a no-fuss stay close to the main sites without paying for extras they won't use.

Frontel Al Harithia is a solid, dependable choice. It's a practical base for visiting Masjid an-Nabawi, and rooms are kept to a reasonable standard for the price. Pack earplugs if you're a light sleeper, the corridors can be busy at prayer times.

Distance

A couple of minutes' walk to the Haram plaza

Shuttle

Not needed — walking distance

Lifts

Lifts serve all floors; queues are normal at busy prayer times

Room service

Limited room service

Good for: Good for pilgrims who want a no-fuss stay close to the main sites without paying for extras they won't use.