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부동산 — my-home

My-Home in Riyadh is a straightforward 3-star hotel in the Al Olaya district, close to the King Fahd District metro station and major business towers. The lobby feels clean, functional, and no-nonsense – think beige marble, a small reception desk, and a quiet seating area with a TV. It suits budget-conscious business travellers or solo visitors who need a reliable base near the city centre without frills. The USP is its location: walking distance to the Kingdom Centre and several malls, which saves cab fare.

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Riyadh 연대기

Riyadh began as a small walled settlement named Hajr al-Yamamah, centered on the fertile Wadi Hanifa. It rose to prominence in 1744 when Muhammad ibn Saud allied with the reformer Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab, laying the foundation for the first Saudi state. The modern city exploded after the 1938 discovery of oil, transforming from mud-brick palaces into a grid of glass towers and highways. Today, Riyadh grapples with its identity as a conservative capital rapidly pushing cultural liberalisation—women can now drive and cinemas have reopened—while maintaining strict social codes. The old Diriyah area remains a preserved UNESCO World Heritage site, offering a glimpse of the pre-oil city layout.

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최고의 달

November, February and March: daytime temps 20-28°C, low humidity, and clear skies are perfect for outdoor sightseeing at the Masmak Fortress or wandering Al-Murabaa. Crowds are manageable outside holidays.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

March and April host the Riyadh Season festival, a massive government-funded series of concerts, comedy shows and food events that draws domestic tourists and expats from the Gulf. Hotel prices in the 3-star bracket can double, and booking two months ahead is essential. Late December-early January also spikes for Riyadh Season finale events.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

October and May offer decent discounts of 20-30% on room rates, with temperatures still tolerable at 30-35°C; early mornings and evenings remain pleasant. Expect fewer tourists in May as summer heat builds.

날씨 & 포장

Riyadh is a desert city with extreme swings – July afternoons hit 45°C but nights can drop to 28°C. Pack a reversible jacket or cardigan for air-conditioned malls and the evening desert breeze, plus a high-SPF sunscreen and a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Riyadh

  • Riyadh Metro's three lines (Blue, Orange, Purple) now operate part of the network, linking the airport, Al Olaya and key business districts; check if the station near the hotel is open before relying on it.
  • The Diriyah Gate project opening has been delayed again, but the surrounding Bujairi Terrace dining area is accessible and popular with locals for al fresco meals in cooler months.
  • Alcohol remains strictly banned; the city has limited nightlife – expect a 1am curfew on licensed restaurants and no loud music after midnight. Recent enforcement of 'haya' (public decency) rules means public displays of affection can lead to fines.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to my-home, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on floors 3 to 6 facing away from the main road. These floors offer a good balance of quiet, given the lift traffic is lighter here than on lower floors, and the height reduces street-level noise from Riyadh's busy traffic.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) due to direct street noise from the entrance and passing cars, and rooms near the lift lobby on any floor — the lift doors and waiting chatter carry clearly in a 3-star hotel corridor.

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Best views

Rooms facing the street offer a view of Riyadh's city sprawl and traffic, but that comes with noise. Inward-facing rooms (courtyard or side street) give a calmer outlook, mostly of adjacent buildings and quiet alleys.

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Quietest floors

Floors 4 to 6 tend to be quieter, as they're above the street hubbub but below any roof-level equipment or service areas.

🔊 Noise notes

Riyadh's main roads are loud with constant traffic, especially during rush hours (7–9am and 4–7pm). The hotel's entrance and ground-floor lobby can get busy with arrivals and departures. No on-site bar or club, but nearby construction sites may add intermittent noise.

Insider tips

Ask for a top-floor room (floor 6 if available) away from the lift — these rooms usually have less foot traffic outside. Check-in early (before 3pm) to secure a quieter floor, as 3-star hotels often run efficient but less flexible room assignments.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — my-home

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Wi-Fi

Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) in rooms and lobby; premium up to 30 Mbps available for SAR 30 per day

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Lift / Elevator

One passenger lift serving all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

Free digital copies of Arab News and Saudi Gazette via lobby tablet; no printed newspapers

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 12:00 (SAR 50 fee); late check-out until 14:00 (SAR 100), after 14:00 charges full night

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Baggage Storage

Complimentary storage at bell desk; open 07:00–22:00

Accessibility

Step-free entrance at main door; lift to all floors; one accessible room with roll-in shower, but no grab bars in standard rooms; no accessible parking

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Parking

Free on-site open-air parking for 20 cars (first-come, first-served); no valet; nearest public car park is 400 m away (SAR 10 per night); no EV charging

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: SAR 15 per night per room

Deposit & card hold: 100% of first-night rate required as deposit for reservation; SAR 200 incidental hold on credit card at check-in

지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션

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Shopping

العثيم مول فرع طريق خريص — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 880 m · ~11 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

صيدلية مريم — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Saudi Riyal, SAR

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Where to exchange

Use bank ATMs inside malls or exchange shops in Al Batha district; avoid airport and hotel bureaux for poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and Apple Pay common in malls and restaurants; cash needed for small souks and taxis.

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Tipping etiquette

Optional; round up taxi fare or leave 10–15% in nice restaurants; small tips for hotel porters (5–10 SAR).

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

Arabic coffee (gahwa) from a corner cafe or juice stand, around 5 SAR.

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Best-value lunch

Shawarma wrap or falafel sandwich from a takeaway, about 6–10 SAR.

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Affordable dinner

A main of kabsa or mandi rice with chicken at a local restaurant, about 15–25 SAR.

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Street food & cheap eats

Al Batha area and small streets around Deera Square have cheap shawarma, grills, and samosas.

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Budget groceries

Danube, Al Othaim, or Carrefour (inside many malls) for everyday items.

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Affordable clothes

Al Batha market or Al Rajhi Grand Mall for affordable local and imported clothing.

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Cheapest way around

KAFE (King Abdulaziz Fund for Excellence) buses: 4 SAR per trip, no day pass; from airport take KAFE bus 14 or 15 for 2 SAR.

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Money-saving tips

Eat at local shawarma or kabsa joints rather than mall food courts; buy bottled water from grocery stores not tourist spots; use KAFE bus for longer trips instead of taxi.

Emergency Contacts

Riyadh
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Police
999
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Ambulance / Medical
997
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Fire Department
998

For non-urgent police matters call 901 from any landline or mobile. The Saudi Red Crescent Authority runs ambulance dispatch. For general inquiries or traffic accidents, you can also call the 112 emergency line from any phone, but the core numbers are as above.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Mensa Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Coffee hill cafe Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Firdays Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Koushari Express kebab
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Donut House Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Starbucks coffee_shop
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Kudu regional
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Italian italian
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Riyadh, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at my-home

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 880 m · ~11 min walkpharmacy · صيدلية مريم — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

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Riyadh Public Transport (SAPTCO) 10 SAR

Airport Terminal 5 Bus Station → Central Riyadh / Downtown stations

60 min · Every 30-45 minutes · 05:00-23:00

💡 Very affordable but slower option. Limited luggage space. Better for light travelers. Bus 303 and 304 service the airport route.

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Airport Limousine Service (Hotel Booking) 100-130 SAR

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) → DoubleTree by Hilton Riyadh Financial District Hotel & Suites

20 min · Pre-arranged · 24/7

💡 Book through hotel concierge for guaranteed service. Premium option with fixed pricing, no surge rates. Best for families or large luggage.

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White Taxi / Airport Limousine 150-200 SAR

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) → Executive Hotel, Riyadh

30 min · Available at taxi stands · 24/7

💡 Official white taxis at airport metered service. More expensive than Careem but no app required. Good for families with multiple bags.

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SAPTCO (Saudi Public Transport Company) 5-10 SAR

King Fahd International Airport → Riyadh City Center / Financial District

45 min · Every 20-30 minutes · 05:30-23:30 (Daily)

💡 Budget-friendly but less frequent than metro. Buses can be crowded during peak hours. Allow extra time for stops.

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Riyadh Metro (Red Line) 6 SAR

King Fahd International Airport Station → Financial District Station

35 min · Every 10-15 minutes · 06:00-23:30 (Daily)

💡 Most economical option. Modern, air-conditioned, and direct route. Purchase Nol card at airport for multiple journeys.

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Riyadh Metro (Red Line - Phase 2) 6 SAR

King Fahd International Airport Station → Al Aqaria Station (near Executive Hotel)

35 min · Every 5-8 minutes · 06:00-23:30 (Fri from 13:00)

💡 Most modern and reliable transport. Direct connection from airport. Cleanest option with AC. Buy Nol card at airport for reusable metro access.

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Uber/Careem 60-90 SAR

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) → DoubleTree by Hilton Riyadh Financial District Hotel & Suites

25 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Most reliable option for airport transfer. Use Careem app for local support. Avoid peak hours (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) for better rates.

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Uber / Careem 80-120 SAR

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) → Executive Hotel, Riyadh

35 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Careem is locally preferred and often cheaper than Uber. Airport ride may be 50% more during peak hours. Use app for transparent pricing.

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Hotel Arranged Car Service SAR 120-150

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) → Fairmont Riyadh

35 min · On-demand (pre-booking required) · 24/7

💡 Pre-arrange via Fairmont concierge for convenience and guaranteed availability. Premium option includes meet & greet service.

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SAPTCO (Saudi Public Transport Company) SAR 25

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) → Riyadh Central Bus Station

55 min · Every 30-45 minutes · 05:30-22:30

💡 Budget-friendly but less convenient. Requires additional taxi from bus station to hotel. Best for experienced travelers.

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Riyadh Metro (Red Line) SAR 6-15

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) Station → Al Nakheel Station / Downtown Riyadh

45 min · Every 10-15 minutes · 06:00-23:30 (Sun-Wed), 06:00-01:00 (Thu-Fri)

💡 Most economical option. Metro connects to hotels in central Riyadh. Use Noor Riyadh card for easy transfers.

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Uber/Careem SAR 80-120

King Fahd International Airport (RUH) → Fairmont Riyadh

35 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Book via app for best rates. Airport ride is fixed price. Careem often cheaper than Uber in Riyadh.

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자주 묻는 질문

What are the best rooms at my-home?

Request a room on floors 3 to 6 facing away from the main road. These floors offer a good balance of quiet, given the lift traffic is lighter here than on lower floors, and the height reduces street-level noise from Riyadh's busy traffic.

Which rooms should I avoid at my-home?

Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) due to direct street noise from the entrance and passing cars, and rooms near the lift lobby on any floor — the lift doors and waiting chatter carry clearly in a 3-star hotel corridor.

Is my-home noisy?

Riyadh's main roads are loud with constant traffic, especially during rush hours (7–9am and 4–7pm). The hotel's entrance and ground-floor lobby can get busy with arrivals and departures. No on-site bar or club, but nearby construction sites may add intermittent noise.

Which rooms have the best views at my-home?

Rooms facing the street offer a view of Riyadh's city sprawl and traffic, but that comes with noise. Inward-facing rooms (courtyard or side street) give a calmer outlook, mostly of adjacent buildings and quiet alleys.

What are insider tips for staying at my-home?

Ask for a top-floor room (floor 6 if available) away from the lift — these rooms usually have less foot traffic outside. Check-in early (before 3pm) to secure a quieter floor, as 3-star hotels often run efficient but less flexible room assignments.

What time is check-in at my-home?

Check-in at my-home is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does my-home have Wi-Fi?

Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) in rooms and lobby; premium up to 30 Mbps available for SAR 30 per day

Is there a city or tourist tax at my-home?

SAR 15 per night per room

Where can I eat cheaply near my-home?

Shawarma wrap or falafel sandwich from a takeaway, about 6–10 SAR.

What is the cheapest way to get around from my-home?

KAFE (King Abdulaziz Fund for Excellence) buses: 4 SAR per trip, no day pass; from airport take KAFE bus 14 or 15 for 2 SAR.

When is the best time to visit Riyadh?

November, February and March: daytime temps 20-28°C, low humidity, and clear skies are perfect for outdoor sightseeing at the Masmak Fortress or wandering Al-Murabaa. Crowds are manageable outside holidays.

Riyadh 주요 관광지

Al Masmak Fortress Free

💡 Go late afternoon to avoid the heat and see the fort lit up after dark. The entry and small museum are free, but the audio guide costs a few riyals.

National Museum of Saudi Arabia Free

💡 Entry is free for everyone. Aim to arrive at opening to avoid crowds; the museum closes for a lunch break 1-2pm.

King Abdullah Park Free

💡 The dancing fountain show runs every hour from 7pm. Bring a picnic blanket and snacks as on-site cafes are pricey.

Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge

💡 Cheapest time is weekday mornings before 10am (25 riyals). Skip the expensive cafe and bring your own water. The bridge can be windy — hold onto your phone and hat.

Diriyah Historic District (At-Turaif)

💡 Visit after 4pm to avoid the entry fee for the main complex — the free area still lets you walk through the old streets and see the architecture up close. The nearby Bujairi Terrace has free walking access at all times.

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How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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