Women-Friendly Travel in Makkah
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Dar Al Tawhid Intercontinental Makkah
This seven star hotel boasts breathtaking views of the Ka'aba from its upper floors. Its main entrance facing the Ka'aba opens on to the marbled floors of the Masjid-al-Haram, facing the King Fahd Gate. Internet connection in every room, and don't worry if you forgot to bring your laptop, you can get one at the hotel for a small fee. A complete business centre is also available.
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The Hilton Makkah
This ominous v shaped hotel towers above the Masjid-al-Haram. Having a multitude of residency options from the twin deluxe rooms to the King Deluxe Plus rooms. Kitchenettes are in some of the rooms but business centres are available to keep you in touch with the world. The five star treatment gets redefined at this hotel. Choose from a variety of Art-deco-city views, to Ka'aba and Haram views. In your spare time go through the 450 + shops in the lower floors.
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Movenpick Hotel & Residence Hajar Tower Makkah.
Gleaming views of the Ka'aba and the Masjid-al-Haram over the King Abdul Aziz Gate, the Movenpick Tower is part of the esteemed Al Hajr towers. These posh hotels cater to only the best of the best. Within the towers, you will find three floors of shopping with some of the top brands in the world. A food court, and a unique restaurant with an old ship placed on the sixth floor. The rooms come with 24 hour room service, wireless internet, a kitchenette, iron, safe and cable television.
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Mercure Grand Umm Al Qurah Mecca
Down the road from Masjid-al-Haraam, this five star hotel is situated in the thick of the commercial centre of Makkah. With all modern conveniences accommodated in the hotel, it allows one to focus all their energies on the religious duties. Wireless high speed internet in the rooms will be your connection to the outside world.
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Al Safwah Royale Orchid
Situated exactly opposite the King Abdul Aziz gate, Ka'aba and Haram views offered from this hotel are exquisite. With restaurants which offer amazing food with a weekly sea food night, and views of the Ka'aba, the spiritual experience is enhanced in style. A multi floor shopping centre at base will keep you busy in your spare time.
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Fendaq Nawazi Ajyad
A no frills hotel that does the basics well. Wired Internet connection is available in public spaces. It is situated 10 minutes from the Haram. Primitive air conditioning is available, any troubles can be reported at the 24 hour front desk. Colour television in rooms receive satellite channels. Ajyad street, Ajyad, Makkah Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia. Tel: 0096625746666
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Mercure Hibatullah
This is a three star hotel with quaint rooms and public wired internet in the lobby. Rooms come with air conditioning and safety deposit boxes. Money exchange and business centre facilities are also available with the 24 hour front desk. A nice 12 minute walk from the Haram. No dine in facilities though, only a choice of cold or hot beverages. Free parking is available as well.
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Elaf El Sudd Hotel Mecca
Less price usually means that your hotel is going to be a little distance from the Masjid-al-Haraam. This one, while not being as intensely priced as other hotels is relatively closer. The services provided is where the trade off comes with only basic amenities of room service, customary air-conditioning and lifts, along with a rather small television set. They also have special kitchen menus for larger groups.
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NAJD HOTEL
No frills hotel, located 150 meters north of the Marwa Hills and the Masjid-Al-Haram. Carries basic amenities of a 24 hour front desk, direct telephone lines, safety box, daily house keeping, refrigerators and televisions with satellite connections.
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Kamil Palace Hotel Mecca
A bed, an air conditioner and about 10 minutes walk from the Masjid-al-Haraam. All in a room costing as low as $44.
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AlJaad CROM Almahbas Hotel Mecca
Located next to Mina, a 10 minute car ride brings you the Masjid-al-Haram. Coasters running shuttle – some for free, others charging SAR 2 -3 one side fare. Manages to provide an internet connection, safe deposit box, and local tours among other standard features.
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ProMod
Trendy label for women. Yes, women dress conservatively in Saudi Arabia, but no one can peek under their thick black abayah's. This gives everyone an idea to what Saudi women wear under the black over coat outters.
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Milano
The best shoes that come from Italy. Bearing the name of the fashion capitol of Italy and arguably the world, this footwear line for men and women is not only the best in quality, but also in style.
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Gazzaz
Selective range of the best accessories ranging from perfumes to hand bags and top of the line cosmetics
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Al Abraj Al Bait Towers & Shopping Mall
With the activities in Makkah being centred around the Haraam, all the markets are too. The Al Abraj Towers, which has the
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ALDO ACCESSORIES
Accessories for women: belts, rings, brooches, bracelets and many other items, can be found here.
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GAP
Another American retail clothing line serving the young and the hip. It caters to both, men and women. The Center, Al Bait Abraj Makkah, Makkah.
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Levis Straus
The famous American casual clothing range is where “Quality never goes out of style.” Levis Straus’s claim to fame were their indestructible, yet comfortable clothing. Find a range of modern and hip clothing at this store, which is now synonymous with the word jeans.
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Al Diyafah Souk Mall
Departmental store type shopping which has a range of mid level brands on offer. It has a number of brand stores.
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Makkah Towers
Makkah towers host a range of mid level shopping stores. Three floors of stores located right opposite the King Fahd Gate host a number of stores selling everything from clothes, to watches and equipment to satisfy your photographic needs. Nifty food court will feed you while on the run. The Bin Dawood Store is a large supermarket also located in Makkah Towers.
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Ghazzah Open Markets
Scores of small stores selling everything from electronics to gold at reasonable prices.