Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter Overview
You know what struck me first about the Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter? It’s the kind of place that feels like it was designed by someone who actually understands how business travelers live. I mean, you walk into the lobby and there’s this immediate sense of calm—which is honestly something you don’t always find in Riyadh, especially when you’re dealing with the usual city chaos outside.
The Diplomatic Quarter location is actually brilliant if you know the area. You’re tucked away from the main traffic arteries but still close enough to everything that matters. I’ve stayed here a few times now, and the consistency is what keeps bringing me back. The rooms in the residence section feel more like proper apartments than hotel rooms—there’s actual counter space in the kitchenette, and the living areas don’t feel cramped like most extended-stay places. The regular hotel rooms are solid too, though I’d recommend asking for something higher up if you can. The lower floors can pick up some noise from the courtyard area, nothing terrible, but you’ll notice it if you’re a light sleeper.
What really sets this place apart is how they handle the practical stuff that other hotels somehow mess up. The Wi-Fi actually works throughout the building (I’ve tested it in the gym, the restaurant, even by the pool), and the business center doesn’t feel like an afterthought. The gym is surprisingly well-equipped—proper free weights, not just those weird cable machines that break every other week. The pool area is where I spend most of my downtime when I’m here; it’s got this nice enclosed feeling without being claustrophobic, and the water temperature is consistently perfect. Staff-wise, they’ve got their act together. Check-in is usually quick, even during busy periods, and the concierge team actually knows the city well enough to give you real recommendations, not just the standard tourist traps. The breakfast buffet is exactly what you’d expect from a four-star Radisson—reliable, international options, decent coffee, nothing groundbreaking but nothing disappointing either. That 8.9 rating makes perfect sense to me, honestly. It’s not trying to be the flashiest hotel in the city, but it delivers on the fundamentals better than most places in this price range.
Facilities
View:
- City view
- View
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Pants press
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Stovetop
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Parking:
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Massage
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
Activities:
- Temporary art galleries
- Kids’ club
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Visual aids: Braille
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- Arabic
- English
- Spanish
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- Filipino
- 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
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- View
- Free parking
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
Indoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
Entertainment and family services:
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
House Rules at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
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.
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