Downtown Riyadh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: National Library, Olaya Street
King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Building of the National Museum of Saudi Arabia in Riyadh
View of the external part of the Criminal Court Complex of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Part of the public institutions located in the very heart of the old town of the capital of Saudi Arabia
King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh Saudi Arabia

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Our pick of the best Downtown Riyadh Hotel Deals

Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh Khaldia

Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh Khaldia

4 out of 5
Imam Faisal Bin Turki Street Riyadh
The price is AU$88 per night from 25 June to 26 June
AU$88
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Riyadh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Al Batha Market and Al Watan Park ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (204 reviews)
"Claudio @ four points were very accommodating and also the receptionist were very generous, I asked for bottle water I was given more than I asked for .. the hotel is close to Al batha so food is not a problem . It has Starbucks inside the hotel . I hope I could have book more days here . So A++ ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh Khaldia
Aloft by Marriott Riyadh

Aloft by Marriott Riyadh

2385 Olaya Street Riyadh
The price is AU$98 per night from 11 June to 12 June
AU$98
11 June - 12 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riyadh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Al Batha Market and King Fahad National Library ...
9/10 Wonderful! (265 reviews)
"I had a great stay all around"

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Aloft by Marriott Riyadh
Radisson Riyadh Airport

Radisson Riyadh Airport

4 out of 5
Muhammad Ibn Farj, Road 5333 Riyadh
The price is AU$194 per night from 13 June to 14 June
AU$194
13 June - 14 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Riyadh. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Roshn Front and Riyadh Front Exhibition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (216 reviews)
"Excellent experience, but buffet was expensive"

Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Radisson Riyadh Airport
Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya

Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya

4 out of 5
Olaya Street North, Al Ya Po320 Riyadh
The price is AU$231 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$231
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Riyadh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Al Ajlan Art Gallery and Roman Sabratha are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with a dedicated and helpful staff who have consistently gone the extra mile to make our stay the best it could be."

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh

5 out of 5
Kingdom Center Riyadh
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$699 per night from 27 June to 28 June
AU$699
27 June - 28 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riyadh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Al Batha Market and Kingdom Centre are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
"Nice property. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh

Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh

4 out of 5
7706 Sahafa Olaya St Riyadh
The price is AU$211 per night from 19 June to 20 June
AU$211
19 June - 20 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Riyadh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Roman Sabratha and Al Ajlan Art Gallery ...
Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Riyadh

Find the best Downtown Riyadh areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Riyadh
Learn more about Downtown Riyadh

Al Olaya District

Unique features of Al Olaya District include the shopping and coffee shops. Make a stop by Kingdom Centre or Sky Bridge while you're exploring the area.

As Sulimaniyah

As Sulimaniyah is well liked for its coffee shops. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Riyadh area, you might plan a trip to Localizer Mall or Kingdom Centre.

Diplomatic Quarter

Diplomatic Quarter is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Riyadh area, you might plan a trip to VIA Riyadh or King Abdulaziz Conference Center.

King Abdullah Financial District

When in King Abdullah Financial District, you can plan a visit to Riyadh Park Mall and The Boulevard Riyadh, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Al Malaz

Travellers like the zoo in Al Malaz, and Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.



Downtown Riyadh Travel Guide

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