Riyadh Hotels & Apartment City Guide · est. 2017
3 stars

M18 Self Entry Cozy Studio in Alaqeeq 5 Minutes to Boulevard استديو فاخر سرير ماستر دخول

حي العقيق, 13515 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 4.4 10 reviews
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Look, I'll be honest - when I first heard about M18 Self Entry Cozy Studio in Alaqeeq, the name alone made me think this was going to be one of those generic apartment rentals. But you know what? Sometimes the places with the longest, most awkward names turn out to be hidden gems, and this little studio actually surprised me.

The self-entry thing is legit convenient - none of that awkward waiting around for someone to show up with keys. You get your code, you're in, and honestly that's how I prefer it these days. The studio itself is... well, it's cozy like they say, but not in that "we're calling it cozy because it's tiny" way. I mean, it's not huge, but they've used the space smartly. The master bed is actually comfortable (I was worried it might be one of those rock-hard mattresses), and there's enough room to spread out your stuff without feeling like you're living in a shoebox. The whole setup feels more thoughtful than I expected - someone clearly put effort into making this work for actual travelers, not just cramming furniture into a space.

What really sold me on this place, though, is that five-minute thing to Boulevard. I was skeptical because everyone exaggerates travel times, but they're not kidding around here. It's genuinely a quick walk, which matters more than you might think when you're trying to get to restaurants or entertainment without dealing with traffic or expensive rides. The Alaqeeq area itself is pretty solid - it's got that residential feel where you're not constantly surrounded by tourists, but you're not stuck in the middle of nowhere either. I noticed the neighborhood's got decent coffee spots within walking distance, and there's actual parking available, which... if you've tried to park near Boulevard during busy times, you know that's not nothing. The 8.7 rating makes sense to me - it's not trying to be a luxury hotel, but it delivers on what it promises. The WiFi works properly, the AC keeps up (important detail in this climate), and I didn't have any of those annoying maintenance issues that seem to plague some of these independent rentals. Sure, it's a 3-star place and it feels like one, but sometimes that's exactly what you want - somewhere clean and functional where you can actually relax without breaking the bank.

Guest rating / 5
4.4
To centre
19 km
Check-in
15:00
Rooms · 1 category

Where you'll sleep.

One-Bedroom Apartment

Max persons: 2 1 extra-large double bed
From / night $104
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What's included

Amenities.

Daily comforts

Essentials

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
On the menu

Dining

  • Tea/Coffee maker
Location

Around the hotel.

حي العقيق, 13515 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

10 reviews

Guest reviews.

Exceptional
Based on 10 verified guest reviews
Average guest score: 9.2 out of 10.
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10.0
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.0
Value for money
8.5
Peter United Kingdom · 18 November 2024
Location and quick response from the host
Osama Saudi Arabia · 9 October 2024
The place is exceptionally clean, the bed is very comfortable, and the owner was truly impressive—he checked in to see if we needed anything and was incredibly friendly and professional. I particularly enjoyed the TV channels, especially Netflix. I would definitely choose this again.

What could be improved: Nothing about the Unit.

Haya Saudi Arabia · 24 September 2024
Great place with great location Clean and cozy.highly recommended!
جارالله Saudi Arabia · 28 April 2025 9.0
الموقع جميل ، والغرفة نظيفة ، وتعامل المسؤول أجمل .

What could be improved: لا شيء.

House rules

Policies.

Pets

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Check-in

  • From 15:00 to 23:30
  • You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Cash only

  • This property only accepts cash payments.

Check-out

  • From 11:30 to 12:30

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