About Al Olayan Al Khalil Makkah
Ideally located in Mecca, Al Olayan Al Khalil Makkah is just a 15-minute walk from the Holy Haram. This hotel is an ideal place to stay for those who are on a pilgrimage, and offers rooms with free Wi-Fi access.
All rooms are fully air-conditioned. Each is equipped with a fridge, flat-screen TV for entertainment, and a work desk for the guests’ comfort. Moreover, the rooms also have private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.
An ATM machine is available for additional convenience. Luggage storage and concierge services are offered from the 24-hour front desk. Additionally, a conference room and a 24-hour business centre are found on-site.
Breakfast buffet is served daily in the breakfast area. The on-site restaurant serves authentic Arabic cuisine. Furthermore, room service is also available.
Al Olayan Al Khalil Makkah is a 15-minute walk from the King Fahad Gate. The Abraj Al-Bait Towers is three miles away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Convenient location- perfect for pilgrims
Al Olayan Al Khalil Makkah is ideally situated for everyone, especially for those guests who were there for pilgrimage. The holy Haram is just a few minutes' walk away, making the hotel an ideal base during your visit. You can also enjoy the convenience of having a number of restaurants and shops just within walking distance.
positive:
Clean and comfortable rooms
According to guests, the rooms are clean and comfortable despite being a bit outdated. The housekeepers are evidently arduous in making sure that the rooms are clean, allowing you to just relax and not worry about issues with cleanliness that may arise.
positive:
On-site restaurant serves delicious foods
Wake up to great food when you stay in Al Olayan Al Khalil Makkah. Many guests expressed that the breakfast served was delicious and beautifully presented. The on-site restaurant also serves sumptuous Arabic cuisine coupled with exceptional service from the staff. These pave the way for a truly memorable dining experience.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Poorly-maintained air conditioning
All rooms are fully air-conditioned. However, some guests have complained that some of the air conditioning units are already too weak to keep the room temperature low. This could be disappointing, especially because it could get really hot in Mecca.
negative:
Busy and crowded hotel
The hotel is centrally located, and offers rooms at competitive rates. However, this also means that the hotel is often very busy. Guests commented that the quality of service the staff offers was affected, and as well as the peacefulness of the hotel's environment.
negative:
Patchy Wi-Fi connection
Wi-Fi access is supposedly available to everyone staying in the hotel. However, the Internet signal isn't always reliable with the unstable and slow speed. Some guests found it difficult to look for information online, as well as updating their social media accounts.