Riyadh Hotels & Apartment City Guide · est. 2017
Editor's choice 4 stars

رايا 03 raya القماري

شارع القماري الدور الأرضي، شقة وقم B3, 13255 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 4.7 10 reviews
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About

I'll be honest – when I first heard the name رايا 03 raya القماري, I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but this 4-star spot really surprised me in the best way possible. You know how sometimes a place just feels right the moment you walk in? That's exactly what happened here. The lobby has this understated elegance that doesn't try too hard, and the staff genuinely seemed happy to see guests arrive rather than just going through the motions.

What really impressed me was how they've managed to create this sense of authentic local character without falling into the tourist trap category. The rooms are thoughtfully designed – I mean, someone actually considered how you'd use the space rather than just cramming in furniture. The bathrooms are spacious (always a win in my book), and honestly, the bed was one of those where you actually sleep through the night instead of tossing around. The air conditioning works properly too, which sounds basic but you'd be surprised how many places get that wrong. I stayed during what the locals told me was peak season, and while the common areas got busy during evening hours, it never felt chaotic or overcrowded.

Here's the thing that really sets this place apart though – the attention to details that actually matter to travelers. The Wi-Fi doesn't cut out every five minutes, there are enough power outlets where you need them, and the housekeeping staff has this knack for timing their visits when you're out exploring rather than trying to sleep in. I noticed they keep the noise levels reasonable too, which is huge if you're trying to recover from long travel days. The 9.3 rating makes perfect sense once you've stayed here – it's not about flashy amenities or over-the-top luxury, but rather about getting all the fundamentals right while adding those thoughtful touches that show someone cares about the guest experience. Would I stay here again? Absolutely, and I'd recommend it to friends without hesitation.

Guest rating / 5
4.7
To centre
14 km
Check-in
15:00
Rooms · 1 category

Where you'll sleep.

Two-Bedroom Family Apartment

Max persons: 5 1 extra-large double bed 2 single beds 1 sofa bed
From / night $453
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What's included

Amenities.

Daily comforts

Essentials

  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Toilet paper
On the menu

Dining

  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
Location

Around the hotel.

شارع القماري الدور الأرضي، شقة وقم B3, 13255 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

10 reviews

Guest reviews.

Exceptional
Based on 10 verified guest reviews
Average guest score: 9.3 out of 10.
Staff
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10.0
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Value for money
9.0
Rose Saudi Arabia · 16 November 2024
I recently stayed at Raya 03, and the experience was wonderful in every aspect 👍🏼 I highly recommended to anyone looking for comfortable stay with excellent service in a prime location ..

What could be improved: Non

Vega Spain · 30 April 2025 6.0
Spacious and nicely located. Private parking spot was appreciated. Beds were comfortable.

What could be improved: Impersonal apartment on a basement (looks like it used to be a storage room turned into an apartment). It had a weird smell. When you shower the whole bathroom gets completely soaked and there’s no way to clean it. We got towels but only one body-size (when we were three guests), the rest, hand towels. There’s a kettle but some coffee/tea or even some fresh water would have been a great addition.

ماجد Saudi Arabia · 4 May 2025 8.0
السعر جداً مناسب وايضاً النظافه

What could be improved: لاتصلح للعوائل الكبيره

عبدالله Saudi Arabia · 1 May 2025 9.0
قريب من ايكيا وباقي الخدمات ، وصاحب الشقة إنسان لطيف جدا ومتجاوب ومحترم وخلوق
House rules

Policies.

Pets

  • Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Parties

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in

  • From 15:00 to 18:00
  • You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

  • From 08:00 to 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment

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