Olaya Street, Al Murooj District, 11616 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Centro Waha by Rotana Overview

You know what really struck me about Centro Waha by Rotana? It’s one of those places that actually lives up to its solid reputation without trying too hard to impress you. I mean, with a 7.8 rating, you’d expect something decent, but this 4-star spot honestly delivers more than you’d think at first glance.

The whole vibe here is refreshingly unpretentious – they’ve nailed that sweet spot between professional service and not making you feel like you need to be on your best behavior all the time. The lobby has this warm, contemporary feel that doesn’t scream “look how fancy we are,” which I actually appreciate. Check-in was surprisingly smooth when I stayed there (no weird surprise fees or lengthy explanations about amenities I didn’t ask about), and the staff seemed genuinely helpful rather than just going through the motions. The rooms are well-thought-out too – nothing groundbreaking, but everything works properly and the beds are actually comfortable, not just hotel-comfortable. You’ll find decent space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped, and the bathrooms are properly sized with good water pressure, which honestly matters more than most people admit.

What I really liked was how the hotel manages to feel both modern and welcoming without that sterile corporate hotel atmosphere you get sometimes. The common areas have a nice energy during the day but don’t get overly noisy at night, which is perfect if you’re trying to wind down after a long day of exploring or meetings. The restaurant serves solid food – not revolutionary, but well-prepared and reasonably priced for a hotel. I found myself grabbing breakfast there most mornings because it was genuinely good, not just convenient. The location works well too; you’re positioned where you can actually get around easily without being stuck in the middle of tourist chaos or completely isolated from anything interesting. Parking isn’t a nightmare if you’re driving, which is always a relief. Look, Centro Waha by Rotana isn’t going to be the highlight story of your trip, but it’s the kind of place that lets you focus on why you’re traveling instead of dealing with hotel problems. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need – reliable comfort without the fuss or the premium price tag that comes with flashier places.

Centro Waha by Rotana Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard Queen Room1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Standard Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Studio1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Executive Suite2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults, 2 children
Family Room2 single beds and 1 large double bed for 4 adults
High Floor Centro Room – Queen Bed1 large double bed for 2 adults
High Floor Centro Room – Twin Beds2 single beds for 2 adults
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Reviews of Centro Waha by Rotana

  • Ahmad from Saudi Arabia (8/10)

    Location, rooms, breakfast, gym

  • Jagadesan from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

    Excellent Breakfast. Very clean.

  • Richard from United Arab Emirates (8/10)

    Location and its new

  • Zayed from United Arab Emirates (8/10)

  • Adnan787 from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

    Excellent housekeeping service, clean beds, very friendly staff

  • Ambreen from Kuwait (8/10)

    The staff was great special thanks to Ms. Afaf and Faisal. Very helpful and friendly staff. Food in the restaurant on 1 st floor had amazing food.

  • Ammar from Saudi Arabia (8/10)

    Hotel view and location

  • Delta1gamma from Bahrain (7/10)

    Location

  • Silvia from Italy (8/10)

    The hotel is new, modern and very clean

  • Ashok from India (7/10)

    Nothing Special

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Salam Park: 16 km
  • Masmak Fort: 16 km
  • Al Wadi Park: 14 km
  • DIR\x92IYYAH: 13 km
  • Murabba Palace: 15 km
  • Al Faisaliah Tower: 9 km
  • King Abdullah Park: 18 km
  • The National Museum: 14 km
  • Saqr Aljazeera Aviation Museum: 12 km
  • King Abdulaziz Historical Center: 11 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Yokari: 8 km
  • Restaurant Najd Village: 8 km
  • Restaurant Burger Boutique: 7 km

Top attractions:

  • Riyadh Zoo: 18 km

Public transport:

  • Train M Al Moroj: 150 m
  • Train M Riyadh Gallery: 1.4 km

Closest airports:

  • King Khalid International Airport: 25 km

Facilities

View:

  • City view
  • View

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

General:

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace

Wellness:

  • Kids’ pool
  • Fitness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fitness centre

Living Area:

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages spoken:

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Tamil
  • Urdu

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

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
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
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House Rules at Centro Waha by Rotana

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

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:

8.5

Comfort:

8.4

Location:

8.8

Free WiFi:

8.0

Facilities:

8.2

Cleanliness:

8.2

Value for money:

7.4