Located in Mecca, just a short walk from the city's holy sites, the 4-star voco Makkah an IHG Hotel is an elegant establishment that welcomes you for a spiritual retreat or cultural exploration. This contemporary and luxurious hotel offers refined rooms suitable for a family, couple or group of friends. It also has several restaurants where you can sample exceptional cuisine inspired by local and international recipes. A haven of relaxation, this 4-star hotel is the perfect base for exploring the Holy City.
Deal negotiated for you
- Stay in a Standard Room
- Breakfast
- Flights departing from the city of your choice
- Round-trip airport/hotel transfer
Your stay starts here
Voco Makkah an IHG Hotel 4*
Rooms
For your stay in Mecca, choose one of the three rooms on offer. Comfortable, spacious and modern, they are perfect for a couple, a family or a group of friends.
Classic Room - 1 King Size Bed
Elegantly decorated, the classic room is the ideal choice for a couple. It has a king size bed and a relaxation area with a sofa. A modern bathroom completes this tranquil and comfortable accommodation.
Restaurants & bars
The hotel's restaurants offer a varied culinary experience. They serve traditional and international dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Breakfast
Includes an assortment of hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury dishes.
Al Karam
Located on the second floor of the hotel, Al Karam is a sophisticated restaurant where you can enjoy your meals of the day. The generous buffet includes international and Saudi dishes.
Activities & lifestyle
Ideally located just minutes from the holy sites, the hotel has several communal areas where you can relax between visits to the city.
You can spend your days on pilgrimage or relaxing in the hotel's lounges. There are several areas where you can take a break, have a cup of tea or enjoy a gourmet snack. You can also use the free Wi-Fi to plan your itinerary, and the hotel staff can recommend excursions or a local guide to discover the most emblematic places in Mecca, starting with the Masjid al-Haram Mosque.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Entry requirements for Saudi Arabia:
Visa
Since 27 September 2019, Saudi Arabia has been issuing tourist visas to nationals of 49 countries, including France. According to the Saudi authorities, it is possible to apply for this type of visa directly on arrival at special terminals in Riyadh and Jeddah airports. However, French citizens wishing to travel to Saudi Arabia are advised to apply for an electronic visa via Saudi Visa (https://visa.visitsaudi.com/) in advance. In all cases, visitors must be able to produce the necessary documents on arrival, particularly those relating to medical insurance.
The Saudi authorities will not issue visas to holders of passports bearing Israeli visas or stamps.
Customs regulations
On arrival in Saudi Arabia, luggage is generally subjected to a thorough inspection. Prohibitions on the import of certain goods must be observed to avoid confiscation and lengthy searches.
For further information, please contact the Saudi Arabian Embassy in France (https://embassies.mofa.gov.sa/sites/France/FR/Pages/default.aspx).
Practices and customs
Certain social and religious rules must be respected:
The import and consumption of alcohol and pork are strictly prohibited in Saudi Arabia. Imported cultural products (books, DVDs, magazines, etc.) must be in line with local standards of decency.
Foreign women are no longer required to wear an "abaya" (a long dress covering the entire body). However, women are advised to wear loose-fitting clothing and avoid short sleeves and dresses above the knee.
Men should wear trousers and avoid shorts or Bermuda shorts.
Islam is the only recognised religion in Saudi Arabia. All manifestations of affiliation to other religions (practices, proselytism, symbols, etc.) are prohibited.
Only people of Muslim faith are allowed to visit Mecca, and access is strictly controlled. In Medina, access to the Prophet's Mosque is forbidden to non-Muslims.
During the month of Ramadan, travellers should pay particular attention to respecting Saudi customs and traditions.
Saudis scrupulously observe the fasting period. It is strictly forbidden to eat, drink or smoke in public, under penalty of arrest and expulsion. Women must pay greater attention to what they wear.
Certain aspects of private life are considered to be indecent offences (adultery, homosexuality, etc.), which are severely punished. The consumption and smuggling of alcohol or drugs also carry severe penalties.