1 Choose Your Location
Mecca - Close to Haram
Best for: Easy access to prayers
Walking distance: 0-500 meters
Price: $$$ (Expensive)
Examples: Clock Tower hotels, Jabal Omar
Mecca - Medium Distance
Best for: Balance of cost and convenience
Walking distance: 500-1500 meters
Price: $$ (Moderate)
Examples: Aziziyah area, Shisha
Mecca - Further Areas
Best for: Budget travelers
Transport needed: Taxi/Bus required
Price: $ (Budget)
Examples: Outside central area
2 Popular Hotel Areas in Mecca
Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower)
Luxury hotels with Haram views
Expensive
Jabal Omar
Premium hotels near Haram
Premium
Aziziyah
Good value, 2km from Haram
Moderate
Apartments
Self-catering options
Budget-Friendly
3 Medina Accommodation
- Close to Prophet's Mosque: Premium hotels with direct access
- Souq area: Traditional markets, moderate prices
- Outer areas: More affordable, require transportation
- Most pilgrims prefer walking distance to Masjid an-Nabawi
4 Booking Platforms
- Booking.com: Wide selection, free cancellation
- Agoda: Good deals, Asian market focus
- Expedia: Package deals available
- Hotels.com: Rewards program
- Direct hotel websites: Sometimes better rates
Booking Tips
- Book 3-4 months in advance for best prices
- Check cancellation policies carefully
- Look for hotels with prayer facilities
- Consider proximity to restaurants and markets
- Read recent reviews from other pilgrims
- Verify distance to Haram accurately
5 What to Look For
- Distance to Haram/Masjid an-Nabawi
- Prayer facilities and Qibla direction
- Air conditioning (essential)
- Elevator access (important for elderly)
- Restaurant or kitchen facilities
- Wi-Fi availability
- Safety and security
6 Budget Planning
- Budget: $30-70 per night (apartments, outer areas)
- Moderate: $80-200 per night (3-4 star hotels)
- Luxury: $250-800+ per night (5 star, Haram views)
- Prices vary by season and proximity to holy sites