Al Shubaikah Travel Guide

Makkah

A hazy look at the Makkah Clock Tower, tallest & largest clock tower in the world (601 meters), under the Arabian sun.

The clock tower stands in the center of a high-rise complex called Abraj Al-Bait. Six smaller high-rises surround it at heights varying and accommodate both residential and hotel uses. True to its name, four colossal clock faces are mounted near the top of the tower. These clocks hold the record for both the largest and highest in the world. At night, the clock faces are illuminated by one million LED lights that transform the tower into a green and white beacon. Writing is inscribed above each clock, with the words “God is the Greatest” on the north and south sides, while the Koran adorns the east and west sides. The spire of the tower features a spherical observation center at its base. The spire is capped with a shining mosaic gold crescent that weighs 35 metric tons. A number of cultural amenities are present in the upper levels of the tower, including a center for lunar observation and a cosmology museum.
A hazy look at the Makkah Clock Tower, tallest & largest clock tower in the world (601 meters), under the Arabian sun.

The clock tower stands in the center of a high-rise complex called Abraj Al-Bait. Six smaller high-rises surround it at heights varying and accommodate both residential and hotel uses. True to its name, four colossal clock faces are mounted near the top of the tower. These clocks hold the record for both the largest and highest in the world. At night, the clock faces are illuminated by one million LED lights that transform the tower into a green and white beacon. Writing is inscribed above each clock, with the words “God is the Greatest” on the north and south sides, while the Koran adorns the east and west sides. The spire of the tower features a spherical observation center at its base. The spire is capped with a shining mosaic gold crescent that weighs 35 metric tons. A number of cultural amenities are present in the upper levels of the tower, including a center for lunar observation and a cosmology museum.
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Top hotels in Al Shubaikah

Address Jabal Omar Makkah

Address Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Road Makkah
The price is ฿6,712 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
฿6,712
฿8,105 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (320 reviews)
Housekeeping was good n helpful when needed Bathroom needed to be cleaner Broken amenities in the bathroom Understaffed at Breakfast time

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Address Jabal Omar Makkah
Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Ibrahim Al Khalil Road, Makkah
The price is ฿6,584 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿6,584
฿7,951 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy 6 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (556 reviews)
100%

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah
Doubletree by Hilton Jabal Omar Makkah

Doubletree by Hilton Jabal Omar Makkah

4 out of 5
Ash Shubaikah Jabal Omar Makkah
The price is ฿4,305 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
฿4,305
฿5,198 total
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
The bed was so soft and uncomfortable. However, the entire service was excellent

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Doubletree by Hilton Jabal Omar Makkah
Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah

Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Jabal Omar Makkah
The price is ฿5,023 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
฿5,023
฿6,065 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Staff were extremely helpful.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
Hilton Suites Jabal Omar Makkah

Hilton Suites Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Ibrahim Al Khalil Road Makkah
The price is ฿6,782 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿6,782
฿8,189 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was perfect about this hotel. It’s my 2nd visit here and I will be staying here again!

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hilton Suites Jabal Omar Makkah
Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah

Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah

5 out of 5
3414 Umm Al Qura, Jarwal Makkah
The price is ฿5,065 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
฿5,065
฿6,116 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (448 reviews)
I had a fantastic experience at this hotel. The location is unbeatable—just a short, easy walk to the Holy Mosque, which made attending every prayer so convenient. What really set them apart was the free cart service. Even though the walk is short, having the cart available to zip you back and forth ...

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah
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Other neighbourhoods around Al Shubaikah

Beautiful night time view of Jabal Omar residential complex in front of Masjid al-Haram, Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Jabal Omar

If you're spending some time in Jabal Omar, Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition are top sights worth seeing.

Jabal Omar
Low angle view of people walking in front of The Clock Towers in Riyadh city

Al Hajlah

While Al Hajlah may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah.

Al Hajlah
The kabah also referred as Al-Kaaba Mecca-Muazzama, is a building at the center of Islam's most sacred mosque, Al-Masjid al-Haram, in Mecca, al-Hejaz, Saudi Arabia. It is the most sacred Muslim site in the world. It is considered the "House of God" and has a similar role to the Tabernacle and Holy of Holies in Judaism. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims are expected to face the Kaaba when performing salat. From any point in the world, the direction facing the Kaaba is called the qibla

Makkah City Center

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Makkah City Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Great Mosque of Makkah or Kaaba.

Makkah City Center
A hazy look at the Makkah Clock Tower, tallest & largest clock tower in the world

Jarham

While visiting Jarham, you might make a stop by sights like Souk Al-Khalil and As-Haabee Exhibition.

Jarham
Muslims pilgrims from all around the world circumabulate

Ajyad

Shopping and restaurants are some things travellers note about Ajyad. Check out Kaaba or Great Mosque of Makkah while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Ajyad
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Jarwal

While there might not be top attractions in Jarwal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Great Mosque of Makkah and Kaaba.

Jarwal


Al Shubaikah Travel Guide