Novotel Madinah

About Novotel Madinah

Accor runs this hotel under its Novotel brand. It stands on King Faisal Road, the First Ring Road, in the Al Manakhah District. A 2021 report names the owner as Al Aqeeq Real Estate Development, a Taiba Investments subsidiary. Accor lists Trio, an international buffet with live cooking and a Sunnah corner, and Studio Café in the lobby for coffee and light bites. It also names a second buffet, FoodSquare, though Booking.com lists only Trio. The five main room types measure 24 to 43 square metres and look over the city or a courtyard, and there are two suite types. On site are lifts, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, room service, a concierge, luggage storage and meeting rooms. Booking.com guests score it 8.8 out of 10 from 512 reviews.

Walking from Novotel Madinah to the Haram

• Courtyard: Gate 324 is the nearest courtyard entrance, about 480 m on foot (7 min).
• Nearest general door: Al-Aqiq Gates (10-11), about 650 m (9 min).
• Nearest women's entrance: Al-Majidi Gates (12-14), about 650 m (9 min).

Measured from the hotel's map pin along walking routes on 2 November 2026, at about 75 metres a minute, using map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Crowds and barriers can make the walk longer, and door numbers and women's areas can change, so follow the signs and the mosque staff on the day.

Rooms, food and facilities

Room types: Standard Room, Deluxe Queen Room, Deluxe King Room, Deluxe Twin Room, Superior Twin Room, Executive King Suite, Presidential King Suite.

Food and drink

• Trio: international buffet with live cooking and a Sunnah corner, from breakfast to dinner
• FoodSquare: international buffet, named by Accor but not by Booking.com
• Studio Café: specialty coffee, tea and light bites in the lobby
• Al Bustan Lounge: private lounge with light snacks and drinks

Haram view: No room on Accor's or Booking.com's lists is named as Haram view. Accor gives city or courtyard views for its five main room types, so ask the hotel about suites.

Families: There are 100 connecting rooms for families and groups, and all five main room types sleep up to 3 using a sofa bed. Extra beds are charged and must be requested, cribs are not offered, and children of all ages are welcome.

Breakfast: Buffet breakfast is listed at Trio, with continental, American, vegetarian and halal choices, plus breakfast to go, and it is served as Suhour during Ramadan. Ask the hotel if Trio is open for your dates.

Parking: The hotel has a private parking garage, which Booking.com marks accessible. It is charged, so ask the hotel about the cost.

Accessibility: The hotel is wheelchair accessible, and the Deluxe Room with queen bed is the accessible room type. Booking.com lists a lowered sink, raised toilet and toilet grab rails.

The whole property is non-smoking.

Pets are not allowed.

Car hire is available.

Some maps name the hotel's road Salman the Persian Street, while Accor and Booking.com use King Faisal Road, so give your driver the hotel's name as well as the address.

Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi
• Restaurant
• Breakfast available
• Coffee shop
• Room service
• 24-hour front desk
• Air conditioning
• Lifts
• Family rooms
• Connecting rooms
• Suites
• Paid parking
• Luggage storage
• Concierge
• Meeting rooms
• Accessible rooms
• Non-smoking rooms
• Tea/coffee maker in rooms

Who it suits

• Families and groups: 100 connecting rooms, and the five main room types sleep up to 3
• Wheelchair users: an accessible room type, and Booking.com lists a lowered sink, raised toilet and grab rails
• Guests arriving by car: the hotel has its own private parking garage, which is charged
• Pilgrims comfortable with a moderate walk: courtyard gate 324 is about 7 minutes on foot, and the nearest mosque doors are about 650 m away

Questions about Novotel Madinah

How far is Novotel Madinah from Masjid an-Nabawi?

Novotel Madinah is 480 m on foot from the mosque's outer courtyard, at gate 324. That is about a 7-minute walk. The hotel is on the west side of the mosque.

Which gate is closest to Novotel Madinah?

Courtyard gate 324 is the closest gate. The nearest doors into the mosque itself are Al-Aqiq Gates (10-11), about 650 m from the hotel.

How far is the women's entrance from Novotel Madinah?

The nearest women's entrance is Al-Majidi Gates (12-14), about 650 m from the hotel. Guest opinions differ: one Accor reviewer calls the hotel very close to the women's prayer hall, while one Booking.com guest calls it a bit far.

Does Novotel Madinah have rooms with a Haram view?

A Haram view is not confirmed, because no room on Accor's or Booking.com's lists is named as one. Accor gives city or courtyard views for its five main room types. For suites, ask the hotel.

What time are check-in and check-out at Novotel Madinah?

Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 12:00.

Does Novotel Madinah serve breakfast?

Yes, a buffet breakfast is listed at Trio, with continental, American, vegetarian and halal choices, plus breakfast to go. During Ramadan it is served as Suhour. Accor's website marks Trio as currently unavailable, yet guests in October 2026 mention breakfast, so confirm it for your dates.

Is Novotel Madinah suitable for families?

Yes, it has 100 connecting rooms for families and groups, and children of all ages are welcome. The standard, deluxe and superior room types sleep up to 3 using a sofa bed. Extra beds are charged and must be requested, and cribs are not offered.

How far is Novotel Madinah from the airport and the Haramain station?

The airport is 16.6 km away, about a 21-minute drive, and the Haramain station is 14.9 km away, about a 16-minute drive. An airport transfer is not confirmed, so ask the hotel.

Plan the rest of your stay

• Madinah airport to Masjid an-Nabawi: taxi, bus and transfers
• First visit to Masjid an-Nabawi: gates, etiquette and tips
• Nusuk app: Rawdah and Umrah permits
• Best time to visit Madinah: weather, crowds and prices
• Prayer times in Madinah today