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At a glance
| Hotel | Area | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sofitel Al Khobar The Corniche | South Corniche Road | Luxury, sea views |
| Le Méridien Al Khobar | Waterfront | Luxury, 333 rooms |
| InterContinental Al Khobar | Near the Corniche | Luxury, rooftop pool |
| Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar | Prince Turki Street, Yarmouk | Business |
| Kempinski Al Othman Hotel | King Saud Road, Al Qishla | Luxury, near Dhahran |
| Hilton Al Khobar King Fahd Causeway | Al Hamra, near the causeway | Luxury |
| Carlton Al Moaibed Hotel | Between Dammam and Al Khobar | Boutique, 37 rooms |
| Mövenpick Beach Resort Al Khobar | Half Moon Bay Road | Beach resort |
Distances and walking times are approximate and come from public hotel listings. Check the map on Booking.com before you book.
On the Corniche
The Khobar Corniche, with its landmark water tower, is the centre of evening life: walks, cafés and views over the Gulf.
Sofitel Al Khobar The Corniche
On South Corniche Road, with Gulf views, a spa and covered outdoor pools.
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On the waterfront, with 333 rooms, an executive lounge and outdoor pool.
Check prices for Le Méridien Al KhobarInterContinental Al Khobar
Very close to the Corniche, with a rooftop pool, spa and three restaurants.
Check prices for InterContinental Al KhobarBusiness district
For Aramco and the Dhahran offices, these hotels save time.
Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar
On Prince Turki Street in Yarmouk, about 10 minutes from Aramco's headquarters in Dhahran.
Check prices for Mövenpick Hotel Al KhobarKempinski Al Othman Hotel
On King Saud Road in Al Qishla, about 6 km from the Corniche.
Check prices for Kempinski Al Othman HotelHilton Al Khobar King Fahd Causeway
In Al Hamra, near the causeway to Bahrain, with an indoor pool and spa.
Check prices for Hilton Al Khobar King Fahd CausewayBeach resorts at Half Moon Bay
There are no beach hotels in central Khobar. Half Moon Bay, south of the city, has private beaches.
Mövenpick Beach Resort Al Khobar
On Half Moon Bay Road, about 25 minutes from central Khobar, with a private beach, villas and a kids' club.
Check prices for Mövenpick Beach Resort Al KhobarFlights to Al Khobar (via Dammam)
Al Khobar is served by King Fahd International Airport in Dammam (DMM), about 45 minutes away.
What should you know before staying in Al Khobar?
- Going to Bahrain: the King Fahd Causeway is about 25 km long; weekend queues can be long, so leave early.
- Airport: King Fahd International Airport is about 45 minutes away by car.
- Dammam is next door: for the Dammam Corniche and conventions, see hotels in Dammam.
- Ithra: the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture in Dhahran is a short drive from central Khobar.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Al Khobar?
The Corniche for families and evenings out, Prince Turki Street and King Saud Road for business.
Is Khobar the same as Al Khobar?
Yes. Al Khobar is the full name; many people simply say Khobar.
Which Khobar hotels are near the Bahrain causeway?
Hilton Al Khobar King Fahd Causeway in Al Hamra and Sofitel Al Khobar The Corniche are among the closest.
Are there beach hotels in Al Khobar?
Not in the city. Beach resorts such as Mövenpick Beach Resort are at Half Moon Bay, about 25 minutes south.
Official sources
Check visas, transport and pilgrimage rules on the official sites before you travel:
- Visit Saudi, the official tourism website of Saudi Arabia
- Saudi eVisa, the official tourist visa website