Mecca Travel Guide

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You're Going to Love Mecca

With a population of 1,32 million, Mecca is a must-see destination in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mecca has to offer.

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Estimated hotel price

€49

1 night at 3-star hotel

€49

1 night at 3-star hotel

Plane

Although Mecca doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taif (TIF), which is located 75 km from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 10h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 66 km from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Key Car Rental, SA and Sixt, among others, in Jeddah.

Plane

Although Mecca doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taif (TIF), which is located 75 km from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 10h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 66 km from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Key Car Rental, SA and Sixt, among others, in Jeddah.

Airports near Mecca

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Where to stay in Mecca

From 5-star hotels such as the Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah to great affordable options like the Violet Al Azizia Hotel, Mecca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €128 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €126 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Razana Al Rowdah and Saif Al Majd Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Mecca, with prices from €16 to €344 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mecca are about 24% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

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Swissôtel Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)

€189+

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Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

€163+

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Voco Makkah By IHG

4 stars

Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)

€48+

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Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Hajar Tower Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

€168+

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Mövenpick Jeddah City Star

5 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

€82+

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Pullman Zamzam Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)

€162+

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Hiring a car in Mecca costs €38 per day, on average, or €152 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Mecca costs €38 per day, on average, or €152 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

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