Makkah Travel Guide

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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
Kaaba is the only place on earth where the worship never quits.

Million of #moslem people come from over the world to perform #hajj and #umrah throughout the year. And here in Masjidil Haram, the biggest mosque in the world, thousand of people do thawaf everytime, a circular (counter clockwise) movement with this Kaaba as the centre of worship.

#mecca #masjidilharam #islam #kabah #blue

Where to stay in Makkah

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
One of the most sacred places on earth.  Al Masjid Alharam - Mecca

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
One of the most sacred places on earth.  Al Masjid Alharam - Mecca

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
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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
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Al Aziziyah

The mountain views and coffee shops are a few reasons travellers visit Al Aziziyah. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Al Jamarat and Kaaba, a few notable attractions nearby.

Al Aziziyah
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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
Address Jabal Omar Makkah

Address Jabal Omar Makkah

5 out of 5
Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Road Makkah
The price is ฿7,327 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
฿7,327
฿8,848 total
31 Jan - 1 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
This hotel is brilliant as it’s new. Clean and fresh and the rooms are big. Breakfast was not as big as the other hotels but was kept well and clean. Hotel prayer room is excellent and has a fantastic view of the Kaaba. The hotel lobby is slightly confusing as there are two towers and trying to figure ...

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Address Jabal Omar Makkah
Swissôtel Makkah

Swissôtel Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Makkah
The price is ฿6,771 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
฿6,771
฿8,176 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Room was clean, perfect location!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Swissôtel Makkah
Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

5 out of 5
King Abdul Aziz Endowment Tower F Makkah
The price is ฿7,817 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
฿7,817
฿9,440 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Staff very good

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Funduq Areej Al Zahabi Makkah

Funduq Areej Al Zahabi Makkah

Al Hejrah Makkah Makkah Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah are located ...
4.6/10 (4 reviews)
Nice people
Good hotel, very close for Ramadhan and good rates for ramadhan rates. Good customer service.

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Funduq Areej Al Zahabi Makkah
jwana ajyad

jwana ajyad

ajyad st Makkah makkah
Stay at this residence in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah are located nearby.
5/10 (4 reviews)
Nice room with private bathroom but very small

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

jwana ajyad
Nouran hotel

Nouran hotel

Ajyad 4497 Makkah Makkah
Stay at this aparthotel in Makkah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Popular attractions Kaaba and Great Mosque of Makkah are located ...
Nouran hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Makkah

4.9
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 88%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 9%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Best place in world

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Grand mosque. Huge number of people

5/5 - Excellent

Awra

We visited haram every day. We visited birthplace of Prophet Muhammad pbuh and local places.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Mecca is a unique place; may not be suitable for your generic tourism. It will last long in my memory.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Is makkah very good

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Always use Careem over normals taxis. It is much more safe and secure. Always carry a bag to the mosque with your slippers in it. Do all your shopping from proper shops/malls as oppose to street shops. Don't buy zam dam containers from shops.