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

شقة مميزة بحي الملقا

وادي البطحاء, 12798 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 5.0 4 reviews
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You know what really caught me off guard about شقة مميزة بحي الملقا? I honestly wasn't expecting much from an apartment rental, but this place completely changed my perspective on staying outside the typical hotel circuit. When I first pulled up to the Malqa district, I'll admit I was doing that thing where you're double-checking your booking confirmation - but honestly, that feeling disappeared the moment I stepped inside.

The apartment itself has this lived-in authenticity that you just can't fake in corporate hotels. I mean, the kitchen actually has proper spice containers and real cooking utensils, not those sad hotel kitchenette setups with one dull knife and a can opener that doesn't work. The living space flows really naturally too - there's this corner by the window where the light hits just right in the afternoon, and I found myself gravitating there every day with my coffee. What really struck me was how quiet it gets in the evenings; you'd think being in a residential area might mean noise, but it's actually the opposite. The neighborhood has this settled, peaceful rhythm that's pretty refreshing after dealing with busy city centers all day.

Actually, staying in Malqa turned out to be one of those happy accidents that makes a trip memorable. The area has this genuine local feel - you'll find yourself shopping where families actually shop, grabbing coffee from places that don't have English menus (in a good way), and getting a real sense of how people live here day to day. The host clearly knows their stuff too; they left these little touches that show they've thought about what travelers actually need - proper hangers, decent WiFi that doesn't cut out during video calls, and honestly, the most comfortable bed I've slept in during months of travel. Sure, you're not going to have room service or a concierge, but there's something pretty satisfying about having your own space where you can spread out, do laundry without paying hotel prices, and actually feel settled instead of just passing through. If you're the type who appreciates authenticity over amenities and wants to experience a place rather than just visit it, this spot delivers in ways that surprised me.

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Guest rating / 5
5.0
To centre
11 km
Check-in
15:00
Rooms · 1 category

Where you'll sleep.

Two-Bedroom Apartment

6 adults 1 double bed 1 double bed 2 single beds 2 single beds 1 extra-large double bed
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What's included

Amenities.

Daily comforts

Essentials

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
On the menu

Dining

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
Location

Around the hotel.

وادي البطحاء, 12798 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

4 reviews

Guest reviews.

Exceptional
Based on 4 verified guest reviews
Average guest score: 10.0 out of 10.
Staff
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Location
10.0
Facilities
10.0
Cleanliness
10.0
Value for money
10.0
Ali Saudi Arabia
كل شي كان مميز من نظافة الا تصميم جميل الاحسن الاستقبال والضيافة وتوفر موقف خاص بالشقة ومضيف محترم ومتجاوب
عبدالله Saudi Arabia
الموقع ونظافة المكان والحي والشقه جميع غرفها مطله ع الشارع
Anonymous Saudi Arabia
النظافه والموقع وشراحة المكان
Gayda Saudi Arabia
House rules

Policies.

Pets

  • Pets are not allowed.

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 12:00 to 13:00

No age restriction

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment

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