Saudi100Areej Al Wafa Hotel
Areej Al Wafa Hotel is a budget hotel on Ibrahim Al Khalil Street, in the Al Hajlah area south of the Haram. It suits budget pilgrims who are happy to walk a little further to save money.
Location
Areej Al Wafa Hotel is in Al Hajlah, Makkah, on Ibrahim Al Khalil Street. Our guide Where to stay in Makkah compares the main areas.
- Masjid al-Haram, about 900 m away (around a 12 to 15-minute walk)
- The shops and restaurants of Ibrahim Al Khalil Street on the doorstep
Distances are approximate and come from public hotel listings. Check the exact address on the Booking.com map before you book.
Compare it with other hotels in Mecca near the Haram: compare all hotels in Mecca near the Haram.
Facilities
- 24-hour reception and security
- Lifts
- Daily housekeeping and room service
- Soundproofed windows
- Tour and ticket desk
Areej Al Wafa Hotel at a glance
| City | Makkah |
|---|---|
| District | Al Hajlah |
| Street | Ibrahim Al Khalil Street |
| Nearby | Masjid al-Haram, about 900 m away (around a 12 to 15-minute walk) |
| Main facilities | 24-hour reception and security, Lifts, Daily housekeeping and room service, Soundproofed windows |
| Best for | Budget pilgrims who are happy to walk a little further to save money |
What are the pros and cons of Areej Al Wafa Hotel?
Pros
- Walkable to Masjid al-Haram: about 900 m away (around a 12 to 15-minute walk).
Cons
- Not on the mosque square: the walk to Masjid al-Haram adds up over five prayers a day, especially in summer heat.
- No official star rating shown on every listing: compare the room photos and recent reviews.
- Prices rise sharply in Ramadan and around Hajj, and rooms sell out early.
Pros and cons are based on the location and facilities listed above, checked in October 2026, not on a paid stay.
Booking tips for Makkah
Prices in Makkah rise sharply in the last ten nights of Ramadan and in the Hajj season, and hotels near the Haram sell out months ahead. Outside these peaks you can often pay far less for the same room.
Check the walking route on the map, not just the distance in a straight line: hills, tunnels and closed roads around the Haram can add several minutes. If the hotel is beyond walking distance, confirm the shuttle times before you book.
Makkah is open to Muslims only. If you travel for Umrah, make sure your dates match your permit in the Nusuk app.
When are hotel prices in Makkah higher or lower?
| Period | Price level | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Last ten nights of Ramadan | Highest | Peak Umrah demand; rooms near the Haram sell out months ahead |
| Rest of Ramadan | High | Umrah demand all month |
| Weeks around Hajj | Very high or closed to Umrah guests | Many hotels are reserved for Hajj groups |
| Eid and school holidays | High | Families travel for Umrah |
| Summer months outside Ramadan and Hajj | Lowest | Heat keeps demand down; central hotels can cost a fraction of the Ramadan price |
This is the usual demand pattern, not a price quote. Ramadan and Hajj follow the Islamic calendar and move about 11 days earlier each year, so check the dates for your trip and compare live prices on Booking.com.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Areej Al Wafa Hotel from the Haram?
Listings put it about 900 m from Masjid al-Haram along Ibrahim Al Khalil Street, roughly a 12 to 15-minute walk.
Where is Areej Al Wafa Hotel?
Areej Al Wafa Hotel is a budget hotel on Ibrahim Al Khalil Street, in the Al Hajlah area south of the Haram. Nearby: Masjid al-Haram, about 900 m away (around a 12 to 15-minute walk).
Who is Areej Al Wafa Hotel best for?
It suits budget pilgrims who are happy to walk a little further to save money.
Can I cancel my reservation?
It depends on the rate you choose. Many rooms offer free cancellation up to a set date, shown next to each rate on Booking.com before you pay.
Last checked: October 2026. Facilities and services change; Booking.com shows the current details for each room.
Sources: the property's listing on Booking.com, map listings for its address, and the hotel's own pages where it has one. Official information: Nusuk and Haramain High Speed Railway. Read how we check the facts or send a correction.