Sawaed International Hotel

Sawaed International Hotel sits in Makkah's Al-Aziziyah district, on a quiet street where the rooms look out over the city; some listings also place it near Al-Ma'ali Garden. The hotel is about 5.4 km from the Grand Mosque, in the direction of Bab Al Safa on the Masaa side, so getting to the Haram means a car or taxi rather than a walk; groups may find it useful to arrange a regular ride for the whole stay and to plan prayers and rituals around it. It is an independent, 1-star property with no chain affiliation, positioned as a budget choice for pilgrims who want a low price in Makkah and are happy to stay in Al-Aziziyah, away from the crowded central area, in exchange for a daily trip to the Haram.

The hotel offers several room categories to suit different Umrah group sizes: a Double or Twin Room of about 25 square metres, a Triple Room of about 20 square metres, a Quadruple Room of about 30 square metres, and a Two-Bedroom Suite of up to 60 square metres for larger families, along with family rooms that have a balcony and city view. The Quadruple Room and the Two-Bedroom Suite are the natural fit for families travelling together, while the Triple Room suits friends or siblings, and these categories give small and medium groups the flexibility to share a room and keep costs down. Rooms are air-conditioned and come with a private bathroom, with room service and daily housekeeping available. An on-site coffee shop lets guests have a drink without leaving the building after a long day of worship.

Core services include a 24-hour front desk, room service, daily housekeeping, free private parking and free WiFi throughout the property, along with wheelchair-accessible facilities, an elevator and private, express check-in and check-out. Guests must present a photo ID and a credit card at check-in, and the minimum check-in age is 18. Guest feedback points to good value for money and helpful staff, with mixed remarks on cleanliness, which is common in this price bracket. As a 1-star hotel, Sawaed International focuses on essential services and simple comfort rather than large leisure facilities or a Haram view, so it suits pilgrims on a tight budget more than those who want to stay right next to the Haram.