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La propiedad — Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف
Rawasi Taif feels like a quiet, no-fuss base for exploring Taif’s cooler highlands, not a destination spa. The lobby is clean and functional, with marble floors and a small seating area that smells faintly of cardamom coffee from the nearby reception desk. It’s a 3-star property that knows its limits: compact rooms with good air conditioning, free WiFi that actually works, and a location about 10 minutes’ drive from Al Rudaf Park. Best for budget-conscious pilgrims or families who want a decent bed and a hot breakfast without paying for frills.
Crónicas de Makkah
Taif was a key summer capital of the Ottoman province of Hejaz, favoured by Sharifian rulers who built its first hilltop palaces in the late 18th century. The city’s agricultural wealth—roses for perfume, pomegranates, and grapes—shaped its identity long before the modern highway to Mecca opened in the 1970s. Today Taif is Saudi Arabia’s most important rose-growing region, with over 300 million blossoms harvested annually. Its architecture blends low-slung traditional stone houses with concrete villas and a scattering of Ottoman-era watchtowers, especially in the Shubra district. Known locally as the ‘City of Fog’, Taif continues to draw pilgrims and tourists alike for its mild mountain climate and relative liberalness as a women-friendly tourism destination under Vision 2030.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Makkah →Los mejores meses
September and October: summer heat dissipates, crowds thin, and the Taif Rose Festival wrap-up means lower hotel prices; also March-April after the spring rose harvest, though it can rain.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak season: temperatures in Taif’s highlands stay 10–15°C cooler than Mecca, drawing thousands of domestic tourists escaping lowland heat. Hotel rates double, and the Al Rudaf cable car queues are long; the city also hosts the Taif Summer Festival with light shows and food stalls until late August.
La temporada del hombro
Late May to early June sees discounts of 30-50% off peak rates as the first heat hits, but before the crowds arrive; also mid-October to early November when temperatures drop to 20-25°C but the main tourist flow has returned to Mecca.
Tiempo y embalaje
Taif’s climate is famously unpredictable: it can be warm and sunny one hour and foggy with drizzle the next—even in July. Pack layers: a light fleece or cardigan for the evening, plus a windproof jacket if you plan any mountain walks, and a small umbrella just in case.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Makkah
- The Al Rudaf Cable Car resumed full operations in March 2025 after renovations, but expect queues of 45–90 minutes during summer weekends and festivals.
- Taif’s new ‘Rose Trail’ walking path opened in April 2025, linking several rose farms for self-guided tours with entry fees starting at SAR 20 per person.
- The city’s Vision 2030 zipline at Al Hada Mountain is closed for maintenance until mid-August 2025; check local news before planning a visit.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing away from the main road. The higher you go, the less street noise you'll get from Makkah traffic, and these mid-floors still have reliable lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (near lobby and service areas) and any rooms directly overlooking the street entrance — delivery trucks and taxi drop-offs create early-morning noise. Ground-floor rooms are also more exposed to foot traffic.
Best views
The hotel sits on a main road in Makkah, so the best views are of the surrounding mountains (if you get a north-facing room). South-facing rooms overlook the street and other buildings. No landmark views at this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are the quietest — above the lift motor hum and street level, but not so high that water pressure or air conditioning becomes an issue (common in older 3-star builds).
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: street traffic from Makkah's arterial roads (especially during rush hour and prayer times), lift machinery on lower floors, and the main entrance area where taxis idle. Air conditioning units on the roof may hum on higher floors.
Insider tips
If driving, park in the hotel's basement lot (free for guests) and use the side entrance to avoid lobby crush. Check-in can be slow during peak Umrah seasons; arrive after 3pm for a smoother process. Request a room with a mini-fridge if it's not standard — useful for storing water in Makkah heat.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalaciones hoteleras — Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps download) for all guests; no password required. Upgrade to 20 Mbps for SAR 15/24h via lobby kiosk
Single elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand. Lobby TV shows Al Arabiya news
Check-in from 16:00; early bag drop allowed from 07:00 (no charge). Check-out by 14:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs SAR 50 (subject to availability)
Free at the front desk after check-out; no on-site lockers
Step-free main entrance via ramp; one accessible room on the ground floor. No Braille signage; lift cabin width 90 cm (wheelchair-friendly)
On-site free parking for 20 cars (first-come-first-served). Nearest public car park: Al Shuhada Parking lot (50 m) SAR 10/12h weekdays, SAR 15/12h weekends. No EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax applies in Makkah)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a SAR 200 incidental hold at check-in via credit card or cash
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Mosque: Masjid Mohamed Al Sabil مسجد محمد السبيل (397 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Ibn Ammar مسجد ابن عمار (454 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid مسجد (474 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد الرحمانية (663 m · ~8 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
مول ميرا — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Al Masfalah Park — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
كدي — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Pharmacy Mansor — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
محطة الحافلات — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Saudi Riyal, SAR
Use bank ATMs or exchange shops in the city centre; avoid airport and hotel bureaux for poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, malls, and larger shops; cash needed for small eateries and taxis.
Not expected but appreciated; round up in restaurants (10% optional), small change for taxis and hotel porters.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Karak chai or Arabic coffee from small kiosks for 2–5 SAR.
Shawarma or flatbread sandwich from street stalls for 8–15 SAR.
A main course at a basic local restaurant, like kabsa or mandi, runs 20–40 SAR.
Around the Haram area and Al Bab Street, dozens of small stalls sell samosas, grilled meat, and fresh juices.
Hypermarkets like Danube and Al Othaim; budget supermarkets such as Panda.
Affordable clothing at the Souq Al Qasr and in malls like Makkah Mall; gellabiyas and fabrics start at 20–50 SAR.
Shared mini-buses (saptco or similar) cost 2–5 SAR per ride; from King Abdulaziz Airport (Jeddah), a SAPTCO bus to Makkah is around 40–60 SAR.
Buy water and snacks from supermarkets not hotel shops; walk for short distances in the central area; eat at local eateries away from the Haram for lower prices.
Emergency Contacts
MakkahWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Makkah, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacy Mansor — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Al Marwa Rayhaan by Rotana → Masjid al-Haram
💡 Use the app; taxis flagged on the street often charge double. The hotel is about 1 km walk, but taxis are worth it after long prayers.
King Abdulaziz International Airport → Al Marwa Rayhaan by Rotana
💡 Use the official airport taxi counter inside arrivals to avoid haggling. Fix the price before you get in.
Mina/Jamarat Area Bus Stop → Al Marwa Rayhaan by Rotana Area
💡 Use it to reach the metro stations for cheaper long-distance trips. It’s crowded during Hajj and Umrah seasons; avoid peak times.
King Abdulaziz International Airport → Makkah Bus Station (Haramanain Expressway)
💡 Bus drops you at the central station about 3 km from the hotel. You’ll need a short taxi ride from there.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing away from the main road. The higher you go, the less street noise you'll get from Makkah traffic, and these mid-floors still have reliable lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (near lobby and service areas) and any rooms directly overlooking the street entrance — delivery trucks and taxi drop-offs create early-morning noise. Ground-floor rooms are also more exposed to foot traffic.
Is Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف noisy?
Main noise sources: street traffic from Makkah's arterial roads (especially during rush hour and prayer times), lift machinery on lower floors, and the main entrance area where taxis idle. Air conditioning units on the roof may hum on higher floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
The hotel sits on a main road in Makkah, so the best views are of the surrounding mountains (if you get a north-facing room). South-facing rooms overlook the street and other buildings. No landmark views at this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
If driving, park in the hotel's basement lot (free for guests) and use the side entrance to avoid lobby crush. Check-in can be slow during peak Umrah seasons; arrive after 3pm for a smoother process. Request a room with a mini-fridge if it's not standard — useful for storing water in Makkah heat.
What time is check-in at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
Check-in at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps download) for all guests; no password required. Upgrade to 20 Mbps for SAR 15/24h via lobby kiosk
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
None (no city tax applies in Makkah)
Where can I eat cheaply near Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
Shawarma or flatbread sandwich from street stalls for 8–15 SAR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rawasi Taif Hotel فندق رواسى الطائف?
Shared mini-buses (saptco or similar) cost 2–5 SAR per ride; from King Abdulaziz Airport (Jeddah), a SAPTCO bus to Makkah is around 40–60 SAR.
When is the best time to visit Makkah?
September and October: summer heat dissipates, crowds thin, and the Taif Rose Festival wrap-up means lower hotel prices; also March-April after the spring rose harvest, though it can rain.
Principales atracciones en Makkah
💡 Head to the 4th floor—entry is free but the observation deck costs money. Best visited after Fajr when it's quieter. Don't miss the miniatures of the Kaaba through history.
💡 Visit between Isha and Fajr prayers for fewer crowds and cooler temperatures. The roof offers a quieter view of the Kaaba.
💡 Free entry but check times—closes early for prayers. Expect simple exhibits but a calm break from the crowds. Often overlooked.
💡 Go at sunrise or sunset for cooler conditions and better light. Carry water and wear grippy shoes—the path is rocky and unshaded.
💡 Less crowded than Jabal al-Noor. Bring a torch for the cave—it's dark and narrow. Avoid midday heat; aim for 5–7am or 6–8pm.