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Al-Bisharah Mawaddah

Makkah

Al-Bisharah Mawaddah

Makkah
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Highlights

18min walk to Haram (1380m)
19min walk to Ladies Section (1450m)
Gates: King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (18min) / Women's King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (19min)

Highlights

Abraj Al Bait Mall (17min)
Al Tazaj (13min), Al Rehab Restaurant (14min)
Has on-site restaurant and free Wi-Fi according to listing sources
Gates: King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (18min) / Women's King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (19min)

Travel Umrah's Rating

3.5
Good
Based on our pointing system
Location4.1
Comfort3.2
Amenities3.1
Staff3.7
Cleanliness3.2

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

Highlights

18min walk to Haram (1380m)
19min walk to Ladies Section (1450m)
Gates: King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (18min) / Women's King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (19min)

Highlights

Abraj Al Bait Mall (17min)
Al Tazaj (13min), Al Rehab Restaurant (14min)
Has on-site restaurant and free Wi-Fi according to listing sources
Gates: King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (18min) / Women's King Fahd Gate (Gate 79) (19min)

AI Overview

Al-Bisharah Mawaddah appears to be in the At Taysir/Umm Al Qura Road approach to Masjid Al-Haram, on the northwestern side of the central mosque area.
Based on the provided coordinates and supporting listing sources that place it within walking reach of King Fahd Gate, the realistic walking route is about 1380 meters, usually around 18 minutes for an able-bodied pilgrim.
For pilgrims focused mainly on value, the hotel's biggest strength is location relative to price.
It is not a front-row Haram hotel, but it is close enough to avoid dependence on buses for every prayer, which matters a lot during busy Umrah periods.
The main caution is terrain and effort rather than raw distance.
A Tripadvisor review specifically praises proximity and staff while warning about the uphill Jabal Omar-side return, so families with elderly members or wheelchair users should budget for occasional taxi rides back.
Review evidence is thin, so this property should be treated as a practical budget base rather than a highly reviewed comfort stay.
Expect basic rooms, modest amenities and acceptable access, with the hotel best suited to pilgrims who prioritize walking access over luxury.

Travel Umrah's Rating

3.5
Good
Based on our pointing system
Location4.1
Comfort3.2
Amenities3.1
Staff3.7
Cleanliness3.2

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

Address:Al-Bisharah Mawaddah, Umm Al Qura Rd, At Taysir, Mecca 24231, Saudi Arabia, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Rooms

twin/double room

What guests say

6.2/10

Limited verifiable review volume. The clearest recurring theme is good value for pilgrims who want to stay within walking reach of the Haram without paying central-clock-tower prices. Positive comments mention proximity to Masjid Al-Haram, basic cleanliness, easy road access and friendly staff. The main drawback repeatedly noted is the uphill return walk around the Jabal Omar side, which can feel tiring after prayers or Umrah; some guests also imply that services and amenities are basic rather than full-service.

Close enough to walk to Masjid Al-Haram
Friendly or helpful staff
Basic cleanliness acceptable for a budget stay
Easy access from Umm Al Qura Road
Uphill walk on return, tiring for elderly pilgrims
Amenities are basic
Very limited recent review volume, so consistency is hard to confirm
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Pilgrim tips

  • 1.On foot, use the Umm Al Qura/Jabal Omar side toward King Fahd Gate for the most straightforward Haram approach from this hotel.
  • 2.The walk back is harder than the walk in because of the incline; elderly pilgrims may want to return by taxi after Isha or after Umrah.
  • 3.If praying five times daily, note your exact Haram gate number before entering so you can retrace the same route back through Jabal Omar/Taysir.
  • 4.For luggage-heavy arrivals, use a taxi right to the hotel entrance rather than walking from the Haram side, especially in daytime heat.
  • 5.Because this is a budget 3-star stay, confirm housekeeping frequency, lift reliability and room size before booking long stays.

Worship & getting around

🚗 ~75 min from the airport

I could not verify a dedicated in-hotel musalla from reliable current sources. Haram-view rooms were not evidenced; the hotel sits outside the immediate tower frontage, so Haram views should not be expected.

Taxis should be readily available on Umm Al Qura Road and around the At Taysir/Jabal Omar approach, but I could not verify a hotel-run airport transfer.

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