Al Jaad Kudai Hotel

Al Jaad Kudai Hotel is located in the Kudai district of Makkah on the Third Ring Road, about 3.8 km from the Grand Mosque; the nearest Haram gate is King Abdulaziz Gate on the southern plaza. At this distance, walking to the Haram is not a practical option, and guests rely on taxis or their own car to travel between the hotel and the mosque, so it is worth allowing for the round trip when planning prayers at the Haram. The location suits pilgrims looking for an economical stay away from the crowds of the central area, with easy access to the ring road for getting around Makkah, and those arriving by car will find free private parking at the hotel. The hotel is independently run and not part of any hotel chain: a simple option for pilgrims who prefer to save part of their accommodation cost in exchange for being further from the Haram.

The hotel has 13 rooms in several categories: double, twin, triple and quadruple rooms, plus family rooms and suites that suit groups and families performing Umrah together. Triple and quadruple rooms work well for small groups who want to keep the cost per person down. Rooms have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a work desk and a safe for valuables, and bathrooms come with free toiletries and bathrobes. An on-site restaurant serves meals to guests, and room service is available for those who prefer to eat in their room rather than go down to the restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, which makes it easy for pilgrims to keep in touch with family and follow their travel schedule. With only 13 rooms, the hotel is small and its services are simple compared with the large hotels of the central area.

Children of all ages are welcome and family rooms are available, but cribs and extra beds are not offered, so guests travelling with an infant should contact the hotel in advance. Pets are not allowed. The front desk is open around the clock, and free private parking is provided for guests arriving by car, a useful advantage for those who prefer to drive between the hotel and the Haram. The hotel is alcohol-free, as are all hotels in Saudi Arabia. Check-in and check-out times vary between listings, so it is best to confirm them directly with the hotel before arrival. In short, the hotel suits pilgrims looking for a simple, economical stay on the Third Ring Road rather than full hotel services or leisure facilities, and it is especially suited to families and groups who have a car or rely on taxis for their daily trips to the Haram.