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At a glance
| Hotel | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Jeddah | Corniche, Ash Shati | Butler service, kids' club |
| Waldorf Astoria Qasr Al Sharq | North Corniche, Ash Shati | All-suite palace |
| Shangri-La Jeddah | Jeddah Waterfront, Ash Shati | Sea views, serviced apartments |
| The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah | South Corniche, Al Hamra | Former palace, gardens |
| Park Hyatt Jeddah | South Corniche, Al Hamra | Marina, spa, fountain views |
| InterContinental Jeddah | Corniche, Al Hamra | Private beach, families |
| Assila, a Luxury Collection Hotel | Al Andalus | Rooftop pool, central |
| The Jeddah EDITION | Jeddah Yacht Club | Design hotel by the marina |
Distances and walking times are approximate and come from public hotel listings. Check the map on Booking.com before you book.
North Corniche: Ash Shati and the Waterfront
The northern Corniche has the newest seafront, with long promenades, the Jeddah Waterfront parks and many restaurants.
Rosewood Jeddah
On Corniche Street in Ash Shati, with sea-view rooms, butler service, a rooftop pool and the Rose Buds kids' club.
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An all-suite palace hotel on North Corniche Road, with an indoor pool and spa.
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In the Burj Assila tower on the Jeddah Waterfront, with 220 rooms, 55 suites and serviced apartments.
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At the Jeddah Yacht Club, beside the Corniche and the racing circuit.
Check prices for The Jeddah EDITIONSouth Corniche: Al Hamra and King Fahd's Fountain
The southern Corniche is older and greener, with views of King Fahd's Fountain and a shorter drive to Al-Balad.
The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah
A former palace in Al Hamra with large gardens, five restaurants and lounges, and some rooms facing the fountain.
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On a small peninsula in Al Hamra with 142 rooms, a marina and a wellness centre.
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On the Corniche in Al Hamra, with a private beach and a kids' pool.
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For business or shopping, a luxury hotel inland saves time in traffic.
Assila, a Luxury Collection Hotel
On Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Street in Al Andalus, with 210 rooms, a rooftop pool and spa.
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See flights to Jeddah for airlines and airport tips.
How do you choose a luxury hotel in Jeddah?
- North or south: pick the north for new promenades and beaches, the south for the fountain, gardens and Al-Balad.
- Pools: some rooftop or outdoor pools are for men only. Check if you travel as a family.
- Umrah stopover: many guests spend one or two luxury nights in Jeddah before or after Makkah, about an hour away.
- Events: race weekends and big festivals fill Corniche hotels quickly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best 5-star hotel in Jeddah?
For families, Rosewood and InterContinental (private beach). For a special stay, Waldorf Astoria Qasr Al Sharq or The Ritz-Carlton. For sea views, Park Hyatt and Shangri-La.
Which 5-star hotels in Jeddah are on the Corniche?
Rosewood, Waldorf Astoria Qasr Al Sharq, Shangri-La, The Ritz-Carlton, Park Hyatt and InterContinental all face or sit on the Corniche.
Which luxury hotel is closest to King Fahd's Fountain?
Park Hyatt Jeddah, The Ritz-Carlton and InterContinental, all in Al Hamra on the southern Corniche, have fountain views.
Are there heritage hotels in Al-Balad?
Yes, a few restored houses in Al-Balad now take guests, such as Beit Jokhdar, Beit Al Rayess and Beit Kedwan.
Official sources
Check visas, transport and pilgrimage rules on the official sites before you travel:
- King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah (JED)
- Haramain High Speed Railway (Makkah, Jeddah, KAEC, Madinah)
- Visit Saudi, the official tourism website of Saudi Arabia
- Saudi eVisa, the official tourist visa website