The best hotels in Jeddah
From cool and quirky to family-friendly, these are the best hotels in Jeddah…
On Saudi Arabia’s east coast, Jeddah is a city recognised for its picturesque corniche, golden beaches, and providing a gateway to the holy cities of Mecca and Medinah. But it’s also fast becoming a hub of top hotels from renowned international brands, promising idyllic stays, gourmet dining, and pampering spa treatments.
If you’re heading to this cool coastal city, here are the best hotels in Jeddah for your next stay.
New: The Jeddah EDITION
The newest addition to Jeddah’s hotel scene is The Jeddah EDITION. The luxurious hotel is situated on the Jeddah corniche, next to the yacht club and marina, lacing the brand’s vibrant and playful elements inspired by the locale into every part of the experience. Befitting of its close proximity to the Jeddah Yacht Club, the debut EDITION hotel in Saudi Arabia has been designed to resemble a superyacht in its exterior design. Once inside, guests can check-in to one of 52 rooms and 11 suites, which all ooze EDITION’s simple, refined and contemporary style; dine at the hotel’s signature restaurant, conceptualised by top chef Cédric Vongerichten; and enjoy chic rooftop imbibing on the hotel’s fourth floor.
The Jeddah EDITION, 7044 Al Kurnaysh Br Rd, Ash Shati, rates from SAR2,250. Tel: (966) 12 514 0000. marriott.com
Assila, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Jeddah
For traditional Arabian splendour in Jeddah, book a stay at Assila, part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection portfolio. Lots of local art and cultural touches add charm to the grand property, like colourful furnishings, super-sized artworks, and Arabesque design details. The collection of rooms and suites feature crisp white linens, pleasant city views, and marble bathrooms – and there’s also a collection of 94 residential hotel apartments, which range up to four bedrooms that are ideal for long stays. The culinary array ticks all the boxes: a colourful cafe, relaxed all-day diner, and a signature wood fired restaurant, and recently got a serving of haute global flair in the form of rooftop hangout, Siddharta Lounge.
Assila, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz St, Al Andalus, Jeddah, rates from SAR808. Tel: (966) 12-231 9800. marriott.com
The Park Hyatt Jeddah
Enjoy refined elegance on the Southern Corniche, overlooking the Red Sea and King Fahd fountain at Park Hyatt Jeddah. Guest rooms feature a sophisticated colour palette of neutrals and black, enlivened by the colour pop of Arab-Andalusian touches. There are separate ladies’ and men’s spas, with a stunning outdoor pool for women, and both offer an array of pampering treatments for those checking-in for some R&R. Dining is best enjoyed at Andalusia, where the terrace gazes out over the Red Sea water, and flavourful international fare caters to all tastes.
Park Hyatt Jeddah, Southern Corniche, Al Hamra, Jeddah, rates from SAR1,600 a night. Tel: (966) 12 263 9666.. hyatt.com
The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah
A former palace on the edge of the Red Sea, The Ritz-Carlton is the home of five-star luxury in Jeddah. The décor is a seamless blend of Arabesque details and European elegance, with marble floors, spectacular chandeliers and grand columns greeting you in the palatial lobby. That opulence extends to the guest rooms, adorned with intricate tiling and carved woodwork; and also into the duo of restaurants, the lobby lounge is particularly grand, while the all-day dining restaurant Reyhana boasts ornate carpets and crushed velvets.
The Ritz-Carlton, Southern Corniche, Al Hamra, Jeddah, rates from SAR1,274. Tel: (966) 12 231 4444. ritzcarlton.com
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Shangri-La Jeddah
The 220-room Shangri-La Jeddah has the most enviable location of all hotel properties in the prime Jeddah Waterfront. Guest rooms occupy levels nine to 26 of the 64-storey Burj Assila tower. A host of restaurants, shopping centres and theme parks are all within easy reach, including the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, home to the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix. A contemporary classic décor gives it a sense of cool elegance, and there’s something quite regal in the air as you step into the hotel. Pair that with fantastic wellness facilities for men and women, and an impressive array of gourmet dining options that are at the top of their game in Jeddah, and you’ve got yourself one of the top stays in the city.
Shangri-La Jeddah, Burj Assila, Al Kurnaysh Br Rd, Ash Shati, Jeddah 23611, rates from SAR2,200. Tel: (966) 12 696 8888. @shangrila_jeddah
Waldorf Astoria Jeddah – Qasr Al Sharq
Old-school opulence is the order of the day at this waterfront hotel, known as the Palace of the East. From the lobby to the guest rooms, expect an eye-popping array of crystal chandeliers, velvet drapes and cushions, and gilt-edged everything. As you’d expect from such a more-is-more establishment, they have pampering down to a fine art, with a sumptuous ladies spa, personalised butler service, and indoor and outdoor pools.
Waldorf Astoria Jeddah – Qasr Al Sharq, Al Kurnaysh Rd, Ash Shati, Jeddah, rates from SAR1,432. Tel: (966) 92 000 9565. hilton.com