Al Sahafa District, King Fahad Road, 00966 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Al Malqa Elite Hotel Overview

You know what? Al Malqa Elite Hotel is one of those places that surprises you in the best way possible. I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star property, but this place actually has some real character to it. The lobby hits you with this warm, welcoming vibe that feels more like stepping into a well-appointed friend’s place than your typical chain hotel.

The rooms are honestly quite decent for what you’re paying. I mean, they’re not going to blow your mind with luxury, but everything works properly (and believe me, that’s not always a given). The beds are surprisingly comfortable – I actually slept really well, which is saying something because I’m usually pretty picky about mattresses when I travel. What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night. You’d think with a 7.4 rating there might be some noise issues, but the sound insulation is actually pretty solid. The bathrooms are clean and functional, though the shower pressure could use a little work – it’s not terrible, just sort of gentle when you’re hoping for something more invigorating after a long day.

The staff here genuinely seems to care, which makes such a difference. Check-in was smooth, and when I had a question about getting around the area, the front desk guy actually took time to draw me a little map with some local spots marked on it. That’s the kind of personal touch you don’t get everywhere. Honestly, the service feels more attentive than what you’d expect from the star rating – they’re clearly trying to punch above their weight class, and it shows. The hotel sits in a pretty practical spot too, though parking can be a bit tight during busier times. I’d suggest getting there earlier in the evening if you’re driving. The whole area has this authentic local feel to it, which I loved – you’re not stuck in some tourist bubble, but you’re also not completely off the beaten path. There are some great little restaurants within walking distance, and the public transportation connections are actually quite good if you want to explore further out. For the price point, Al Malqa Elite Hotel delivers solid value without any major surprises or disappointments.

Al Malqa Elite Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Deluxe King Suite2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Junior Suite2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Double Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Superior Double Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Superior Suite2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults
Family Executive Suite2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 2 single beds for 4 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Al Malqa Elite Hotel

  • Pavel from Switzerland (8/10)

    Great value for money, will book again!

  • Hussain from Saudi Arabia (8/10)

    Clean
    Staff
    New furniture
    Room design

  • Sayyed from United Arab Emirates (8/10)

    location..location…location

  • Saeed from Egypt (8/10)

    Very prime location

  • Ian from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Efficient hotel , good sized room. Nice bathroom.

  • Danish from Saudi Arabia (8/10)

    Location and breakfast

  • Deric from Saudi Arabia (8/10)

    It was a regular breakfast and nothing very special. But overall it is good.

  • Viorel from Romania (7/10)

    Good breakfast

  • Ohoud from Saudi Arabia (7/10)

    The hotel is a good 3-star hotel, clean and in a convenient location. Also, the staff were friendly

  • Celso from Brazil (8/10)

    Spacious room, comfortable installations, friendly staff

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • DIR\x92IYYAH: 13 km
  • Al Faisaliah Tower: 16 km
  • King Abdulaziz Historical Center: 18 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Najd Village: 15 km
  • Restaurant Burger Boutique: 14 km
  • Restaurant Fatayer Fatoura: 17 km

Public transport:

  • Train As Sadhan: 850 m
  • Train An Nafl Alghader: 6 km

Closest airports:

  • King Khalid International Airport: 19 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Terrace

Wellness:

  • Public Bath

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • Arabic
  • English

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Business centre Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
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House Rules at Al Malqa Elite Hotel

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 20:00

Check-out:

  • From 12:00 to 12:30

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.1

Comfort:

8.3

Location:

8.1

Free WiFi:

6.5

Facilities:

7.7

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

7.1