Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG

Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG Overview

Look, when I first walked into Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG, I’ll be honest – I wasn’t expecting much from another business hotel in the capital. But you know what? This place actually surprised me in ways I didn’t see coming. The lobby has this understated elegance that doesn’t scream “look at me” but still makes you feel like you’re somewhere special. I mean, it’s not trying to be the Ritz, but there’s a quiet sophistication here that works really well for Riyadh.

What really got my attention was how they’ve managed to blend that traditional Saudi hospitality with modern comfort without making it feel forced or touristy. The staff – and I’m talking about everyone from the front desk to housekeeping – actually seem to care about what they’re doing. My room was on the seventh floor, and honestly, the view over the city at sunset was something I wasn’t prepared for. The noise levels are pretty manageable too, which is saying something in this busy part of town. You’ll sleep well here, especially after those long days of meetings or sightseeing that tend to drain you in this heat.

The dining situation deserves a mention because, well, it’s better than you’d expect from a 4-star chain hotel. Their breakfast spread actually includes some local touches alongside the international stuff – the Arabic coffee alone is worth getting up for, and I’m not usually a morning person. One thing that struck me was how the hotel manages to feel busy without being chaotic. There’s always something happening in the lobby, but it never feels overwhelming or like you can’t find a quiet corner when you need one. The fitness center is decent if you’re the type who needs to work out while traveling (I admire your discipline), and they keep it cool enough that you won’t melt halfway through your workout. With an 8.3 rating, you’re getting solid value here – not luxury, but definitely comfort and reliability. It’s the kind of place where everything just works the way it should, which honestly is more valuable than fancy marble and gold fixtures when you’re dealing with the practical realities of travel.

Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG Accommodations

Reviews of Crowne Plaza Riyadh Palace by IHG

• Henry from Saudi Arabia – 6 May 2025 (9/10)

  Clean, comfortable
  
  What could be improved: None

• Vassilis from Cyprus – 29 April 2025 (7/10)

  Staff super friendly , especially the front desk team. Breakfast had a good spread. They gave me a renovated room which was good and a great selection of pillows.
  
  What could be improved: Only one F&B outlet as the hotel had internal renovation. No other facilities which was a shame. F&B wasn't great , when ordering room service many items were missing from the description and the quality was sub-par.

• Moothedath from Saudi Arabia – 24 March 2025 (9/10)

  Staff approach

• Liam from United Kingdom – 24 March 2025 (8/10)

  Great staff. Great room service food. Great room. The shower was just perfect.
  
  What could be improved: It’s a little far from the main Riyadh attractions but that wouldn’t stop me from staying here again. I also got an Uber from the airport to the wrong hotel, so make sure to select the correct hotel on Uber or Google Maps.

• Daniel from Brazil – 15 February 2025 (9/10)

  Very good hotel, comfortable room, perfect bed and amazing shower

• Sameera from Saudi Arabia – 15 January 2025 (9/10)

  Clean. Comfortable. Nice staff. Restaurant and the food . Lounge everything is excellent despite the location is far away from my event.

• Alaa from Egypt – 26 December 2024 (8/10)

  They need to enhance the quality of the breakfast

• Ibrahim from Saudi Arabia – 9 December 2024 (9/10)

  good breakfast,reception,

• Ralf from Germany – 13 November 2024 (8/10)

  Excellent breakfast buffet

• Daniel from United Kingdom – 5 November 2024 (8/10)

  Good breakfast & please of dinner options.
  Room was a good size and was a pleasant stay.
  
  What could be improved: Was a bit out of the way for work on the north side of the city.

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