

Sama Al Qasr – Khurais Overview
You know what? Sama Al Qasr – Khurais isn’t going to win any beauty contests, but honestly, it surprised me in ways I wasn’t expecting. When I first pulled up to this 3-star spot, I’ll admit my expectations were pretty modest – the exterior is fairly understated, nothing fancy, but there’s something refreshingly no-nonsense about the whole place that actually grew on me.
The thing about this hotel is that it really understands its role. I mean, you’re not getting marble lobbies or infinity pools here, but what you do get is solid, reliable comfort without any pretense. The rooms are clean and actually more spacious than I anticipated – I could spread out my stuff without playing Tetris with my luggage, which is honestly half the battle when you’re traveling. The beds are surprisingly decent too; I slept better than I have at some supposedly fancier places. Sure, the décor isn’t going to make anyone’s Instagram feed go viral, but everything works as it should, and sometimes that’s exactly what you need.
What really struck me about Sama Al Qasr was the staff – they genuinely seem to care about making your stay work out. Check-in was smooth (no endless waiting around), and when I had a question about getting around the area, the front desk guy actually took time to explain some local shortcuts rather than just handing me a generic tourist map. The 7.1 rating makes sense to me because this isn’t a place that’s trying to be something it’s not. It’s doing the fundamentals well without the markup you’d pay elsewhere. The Wi-Fi actually works throughout the building, which I can’t say about every place I’ve stayed, and there’s adequate parking if you’re driving – no circling the block hoping for a miracle. Honestly, for the price point, I walked away feeling like I got fair value, and in today’s travel landscape, that’s not something I take for granted. It’s the kind of place where you can focus on why you’re traveling instead of dealing with hotel drama.
Sama Al Qasr – Khurais Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
One-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults, 2 children |


Reviews of Sama Al Qasr – Khurais
Altahou from Kuwait (8/10)
The receptionist was very very helpful (Mr Mohammad)
Virgilio from Saudi Arabia (7/10)
Ok reasonable
Kyakunzire from Uganda (6/10)
Proximity to my meeting and malls
Pierre from France (6/10)
Large, clean room. The air conditioning was working well.
The staff was friendly and willing to help.
However, communication was somewhat difficult because of the low level of English of the staff.Abdulkarim from Saudi Arabia (8/10)
The staff were very friendly
Kaleem from Saudi Arabia (6/10)
The property is clean and well maintained. The staff is very good.
Ssms from India (7/10)
Piero from United States (7/10)
Staff is very helpful. Very clean. Large rooms.
Sherman from Saudi Arabia (6/10)
Staff
Locy
CleanlinessAteia from Qatar (7/10)
clean and kind staff
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Riyadh Zoo: 11 km
- Salam Park: 10 km
- Masmak Fort: 9 km
- Al Wadi Park: 8 km
- DIR\x92IYYAH: 16 km
- Murabba Palace: 8 km
- Al Faisaliah Tower: 4.7 km
- King Abdullah Park: 10 km
- The National Museum: 8 km
- King Abdulaziz Historical Center: 5 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Trader Vic’s: 3 km
- Restaurant French Bakery: 3.5 km
- Restaurant Alsayad Sea Food Place: 3.7 km
Top attractions:
- Saqr Aljazeera Aviation Museum: 18 km
Public transport:
- Train M Al Olaya towers: 4.6 km
- Train M Al Faisaliah Tower: 4.8 km
Closest airports:
- King Khalid International Airport: 37 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Common areas:
- Chapel/shrine
Food & Drink:
- Grocery deliveries
- Room service
- Restaurant
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Lift
Room Amenities:
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- Arabic
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Safety deposit box
Services & Extras:
- Wake-up service
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Business centre
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Room service
- Street parking
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Street parking


House Rules at Sama Al Qasr – Khurais
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 21:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 10:00 to 15:00
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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