7 of the Best-Known Five-Star Hotels in Riyadh for a Luxurious Stay
Five-star hotels in Riyadh offer visitors to this wonderful Saudi city luxurious places to stay. Riyadh is known for bringing together old heritage with development and modernity, which makes it a remarkable place for a trip, for attending festivals and for visiting both modern and historic attractions. It is the Kingdom's capital, full of life and of places worth visiting. So if you are thinking of visiting and want to learn a great deal about the city and its luxury hotels, read on with Tjwaal.
Book Riyadh hotels→About Riyadh
Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia and one of the largest and busiest capitals in the world. It is also the Kingdom's largest and most densely populated city, home to more than 45% of Saudi Arabia's people, with a population reaching 5 million.
The city sits at the heart of Saudi Arabia and belongs administratively to the Riyadh region. It houses the headquarters of banks and government companies, as well as the headquarters of the Gulf Cooperation Council.
You will find it in the centre of the Arabian peninsula in the east of the Najd plateau, around 800 kilometres from Makkah and Madinah.
The city has many attractions, including the historic Masmak Fortress, Kingdom Tower, which houses the largest shopping centre in the city, and the Al Faisaliah Tower, standing 266 metres tall. There is also a great number of five-star hotels in Riyadh offering luxurious places to stay.
The best time to visit Riyadh
Riyadh's climate is desert — hot in summer and mild in winter — and you can visit at any time of year. Here is a description of the weather in the different seasons:
Winter
From December to February, the most suitable time to visit the city, with temperatures between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius — an ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities and stay in Riyadh's five-star hotels.
Spring
Running through March, April and May, a good time to visit thanks to the mild weather and the parks and gardens in bloom, as well as for outdoor activities and walking.
Summer
Running through June, July and August, with temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius — an unsuitable time for outdoor activities and exploring the city's landmarks because of the high heat.
Autumn
Running through September, October and November, when the heat drops and the time suits visiting the attractions and walking.
Riyadh's most important festivals
Riyadh Season
An important event and a major annual festival held in the autumn, with many concerts, activities, sporting events and arts festivals.
The Diriyah E-Prix
An important event for lovers of electric car racing, part of the Formula E championship, held on the streets of Diriyah.
The Janadriyah National Festival
Held in the winter season, it is a major cultural festival dedicated to celebrating Saudi heritage, music, traditional dance, handicrafts and local food.
The best hotels in Riyadh
Four Seasons Riyadh
The hotel's location in Kingdom Tower is outstanding, and it offers luxurious places to stay, Wi-Fi, spacious rooms and an outdoor pool.
Voco Hotel
One of the InterContinental group of hotels, it is a luxurious 5-star property in the city centre near the commercial districts, with an outdoor pool and outstanding views.
The Ritz-Carlton
Known for its location beside the King Abdulaziz Conference Centre, it is a lavish place to stay with six restaurants and spacious rooms, offering Wi-Fi and an indoor pool.
Narcissus The Royal
One of the loveliest five-star hotels in Riyadh, just 600 metres from Al Faisaliah Mall, offering plenty of leisure facilities, particularly the health club, internet, restaurants, parking and pools.
Al Jareed Hotel
Around 4 kilometres from Riyadh Park Mall, with leisure facilities, a fitness centre, a pool and fine restaurants.
Mansard Riyadh, a Radisson Collection Hotel
One of the best-known hotels in Riyadh, around 5 kilometres from Riyadh Park Mall, with elegant restaurants, parking, a fitness centre, a terrace and Wi-Fi.
Hyatt Regency Olaya
It sits in the heart of Riyadh beside the busy Tahlia Street, and is very close to the markets and commercial districts, including the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center.
Radisson Blu Riyadh
Location and features
- ✓ Located in the heart of the Saudi capital
- ✓ 3 km from the King Fahd Library and park
- ✓ Luxurious, spacious rooms with a seating area
- ✓ Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
- ✓ A complete health club
- ✓ Free parking
Leisure facilities
- • A modern gym
- • An elegant outdoor pool
- • Sauna and spa
- • Massage facilities
- • A heated pool
Restaurants
- • Shogun, serving Japanese cuisine
- • Olivio's, serving Mediterranean cuisine
- • Brasserie on Four, serving Arabic and international dishes
- • Vienna Café for drinks and pastries
Additional services
- • A 24-hour reception desk
- • Car hire service
- • Airport transfers
- • Non-smoking rooms
Hotel booking prices in Riyadh
If you are looking for the prices of five-star hotels in Riyadh, it is fair to say prices vary according to several factors, including the hotel you choose and the services it provides.
As well as when you travel, the number of days and nights, the number of people travelling with you, and the size of the room, its position in the hotel and the view it looks out on.
Riyadh has many hotels of varying standards that you can choose from easily by getting in touch with Tjwaal. And you can get the best prices for booking five-star hotels in Riyadh through Tjwaal.
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