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Al Aqeeq Al Rawda Hotel by Abu Al Joud
Madinah
220 metres from the Prophet's Holy MosqueOn-site international restaurant with buffet breakfast
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Where to Stay in Madinah
The key factor when choosing a hotel in Madinah is distance to Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, which sets both the walk to prayer and the price. There are 3 main areas to stay:
- The Central Area (Markaziyah), around the mosque — front-row and walking-distance hotels facing the courtyards, 5 and 4-star, the highest price.
- The streets just beyond the Central Area — a 5 to 15 minute walk, 3 and 4-star hotels at mid prices.
- The outer districts — a short shuttle to the mosque, the cheapest hotels.
Madinah is calmer and more spread out than Makkah, so even walking-distance hotels feel relaxed.
Hotels in Madinah by Distance to Masjid an-Nabawi
Price in Madinah tracks distance to the Prophet's Mosque. There are 4 distance bands:
- Front-row (under 200m) — facing the mosque courtyards, with Haram-view rooms; the dearest.
- 200–500m — a 3 to 6 minute walk; premium 5-star.
- 500m–1km — a 7 to 15 minute walk; comfortable 3 and 4-star value.
- Shuttle (1km+) — a short bus ride; the cheapest rooms.
5 Star Hotels in Madinah
The 5-star hotels in Madinah sit in the Central Area facing Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, within a few minutes of the mosque. They offer Haram-view rooms, half and full-board dining, and prices from around £120 per room per night, rising past £280 for a front-row Haram-view room in peak season. These are the hotels in our 5 Star Umrah packages.
4 Star Hotels in Madinah
The 4-star hotels in Madinah sit a 5 to 12 minute walk from the mosque, with comfortable rooms, breakfast and good service from around £70 to £130 per room per night. They balance comfort and cost, and feature in our 4 Star Umrah packages.
Budget 3 Star Hotels in Madinah
Budget 3-star hotels in Madinah are a 10 to 15 minute walk from the mosque, or a short shuttle from the outer districts, with clean rooms from around £35 to £60 per room per night. They are the most economical way to stay near the Prophet's Mosque, and feature in our 3 Star and cheap Umrah packages.
Hotels Near the Women's Gate of Masjid an-Nabawi
For women travelling for Umrah, the closest hotels to the ladies' prayer area and women's gates of Al-Masjid an-Nabawi are in the Central Area on the western and northern sides of the mosque. Staying near the women's gate keeps the walk to the ladies' section short. We arrange these for women-only Umrah groups and families.
Booking a Madinah Hotel with Your Umrah Package
Most UK pilgrims book their Madinah hotel as part of an Umrah package, not separately, as the package bundles the hotel with flights, visa and transfers at one price. Choose your tier and we place you in a matching Madinah hotel near the mosque. See all Umrah packages, or browse hotels in Makkah.
About Madinah
Madinah (Medina) is the second-holiest city in Islam, in western Saudi Arabia, and home to Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, built by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and marked by the Green Dome over his resting place. Pilgrims visit Madinah before or after Umrah in Makkah, and tour nearby sites such as Quba Mosque, the first mosque in Islam, Mount Uhud and Jannat al-Baqi. Hotels cluster in the Central Area so worshippers can reach the mosque quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to stay in a hotel in Madinah?
A hotel room in Madinah costs from around £35 per night for a budget 3-star, £70 to £130 for a 4-star, and £120 to £280-plus for a front-row Haram-view 5-star. Prices rise in Ramadan and the Hajj season.
What are the best hotels in Madinah near Al-Masjid an-Nabawi?
The closest hotels to Al-Masjid an-Nabawi are the front-row 5-star hotels in the Central Area (Markaziyah), facing the mosque courtyards, followed by the walking-distance 4 and 5-star hotels a few minutes away.
Which hotels in Madinah are good for families?
Family pilgrims do best in 4 and 5-star hotels in the Central Area within a short walk of the mosque, with family or quad rooms and breakfast, so walking is short with children and elderly relatives.
What are the best hotels in Madinah near the airport?
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) is about 15 km from the Central Area. Airport-area hotels suit a short layover, but most pilgrims stay near the mosque and take a transfer from the airport.
What are the cheapest hotels in Madinah?
The cheapest hotels in Madinah are budget 3-star and unrated properties in the outer districts, on a short shuttle to the mosque, from around £35 per night.
Which Madinah hotels are near the women's gate?
Hotels on the western and northern sides of the Central Area are closest to the women's gates and ladies' prayer area of Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, keeping the walk short for women pilgrims.
Do Madinah hotels include breakfast?
Many 4 and 5-star hotels in Madinah include breakfast or offer half and full board; most 3-star hotels are room-only with breakfast as an add-on. The meal plan is set by your package tier.
Can I book a Madinah hotel on its own?
Yes, but most UK pilgrims book the hotel within an Umrah package, which bundles it with flights, visa and transfers at a lower combined price than booking separately.