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Swissôtel Makkah

Makkah

Swissôtel Makkah

Makkah
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Highlights

9min walk to Haram (650m)
10min walk to Ladies Section (730m)
Gates: Ajyad Gate (9min) / Women's King Abdulaziz Gate (Gate 1) (10min)

Highlights

Abraj Al Bait Shopping Mall (1min)
Al Ruwad Restaurant (0min), The Grill Restaurant Fairmont Makkah (4min), Hajar Restaurant Mövenpick Hotel Makkah (5min), Al Qasr at Raffles Makkah Palace (7min), Lobby Lounge Pullman ZamZam Makkah (6min)
Gates: Ajyad Gate (9min) / Women's King Abdulaziz Gate (Gate 1) (10min)

Travel Umrah's Rating

4.6
Excellent
Based on our pointing system
Location4.8
Comfort4.6
Amenities4.5
Staff4.5
Cleanliness4.6

* Ratings generated through AI analysis of guest reviews, amenities, and comprehensive research across multiple booking platforms

Highlights

9min walk to Haram (650m)
10min walk to Ladies Section (730m)
Gates: Ajyad Gate (9min) / Women's King Abdulaziz Gate (Gate 1) (10min)

Highlights

Abraj Al Bait Shopping Mall (1min)
Al Ruwad Restaurant (0min), The Grill Restaurant Fairmont Makkah (4min), Hajar Restaurant Mövenpick Hotel Makkah (5min), Al Qasr at Raffles Makkah Palace (7min), Lobby Lounge Pullman ZamZam Makkah (6min)
Gates: Ajyad Gate (9min) / Women's King Abdulaziz Gate (Gate 1) (10min)

AI Overview

Swissotel Makkah is one of the better-positioned hotels for pilgrims who want to stay inside the Abraj Al Bait complex without giving up direct street access.
The hotel’s own site states that it has direct entrance to the Haram through Ajyad Street, which is a meaningful advantage for repeated daily walks.
For walking distance, the hotel is clearly within realistic pedestrian range of Masjid Al-Haram.
Because the straight-line distance provided is about 484 meters, a conservative real walking route is roughly 650 meters to the nearest practical Haram access point and about 730 meters to the more broadly used King Abdulaziz side approach for women, which works out to about 9 to 10 minutes at normal pilgrimage walking pace.
Review sentiment is very good overall rather than flawless.
Booking.com currently shows an overall 8.9 out of 10, with especially strong subscores for location, comfort, staff, facilities, and cleanliness, while TripAdvisor also shows high location and cleanliness ratings; the recurring weak point is crowd-related friction, especially lifts and occasional slow front-desk processing.
For Umrah pilgrims, the hotel is most suitable for those who prioritize proximity, views, and convenience over absolute quiet or the fastest elevator experience.
Families, elderly travelers, and first-time visitors generally benefit from the short walk and integrated mall access, but should plan around congestion after prayer times.

Travel Umrah's Rating

4.6
Excellent
Based on our pointing system
Location4.8
Comfort4.6
Amenities4.5
Staff4.5
Cleanliness4.6

* Ratings generated through AI analysis of guest reviews, amenities, and comprehensive research across multiple booking platforms

Address:Swissôtel Makkah, King Abdul Aziz Endowment Ajyad Street, Makkah, 3281, Saudi Arabia

Rooms

room premier king bed
junior suite standard
junior suite standard
double or twin with views
double or twin city view
twin premier
triple city view
double king size bed
room run of house
suite standard
double standard
double or twin with views
double classic with views
twin classic city view
apartment standard
triple with views
triple classic
junior suite standard
room classic king bed
twin classic
twin classic
family room classic
junior suite city view
room with views
junior suite standard
junior suite standard
room classic
twin classic
double or twin standard
room run of house
twin city view
quadruple city view
quadruple with views
triple classic
triple classic
double classic king bed
room city view
quadruple classic
double premier king bed
family room city view
family room standard
triple classic city view
triple classic
quadruple with views
triple with views
twin with views
room with views
twin classic
junior suite standard

What guests say

8.9/10

Recent review data is strongly positive overall, with especially high marks for location near the Haram, room comfort, cleanliness, Kaaba or Haram views, and generally helpful staff. The most repeated drawbacks are elevator congestion and delays around prayer times, occasional slow check-in or front-desk processing, and some comments that standard rooms feel small for the price.

Very close access to Masjid Al-Haram via Ajyad side
Haram or Kaaba views are a major highlight
Rooms are generally clean and comfortable
Staff are often described as helpful and professional
Direct connection to the Clock Tower complex and mall is convenient
Elevator waits can become long at peak prayer times
Check-in and reception can be slow when busy
Some rooms are considered small relative to price
Lobby and access areas can feel crowded
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Pilgrim tips

  • 1.Use the Ajyad side exit for the shortest walk to the Haram.
  • 2.If traveling with elderly pilgrims or strollers, leave extra time because the route can be crowded even though it is short.
  • 3.Avoid returning immediately after fard prayers if possible, as elevators and lobby circulation are a frequent pain point in reviews.
  • 4.If Haram or Kaaba view matters, confirm the exact room category before arrival because not all rooms have the same angle or quality of view.
  • 5.For women in a family group, King Abdulaziz side access is usually the safest practical target rather than assuming the nearest general gate is best for everyone.

Worship & getting around

🕋 Haram view rooms available🚗 ~75 min from the airport

The official hotel site confirms multiple Haram View and Kaaba View room categories. I could not verify a dedicated in-hotel musalla from current primary sources, so that field is left null.

Taxis are readily available around the Abraj Al Bait and Ajyad area, but traffic can be heavy before and after prayer times.

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