Saudi100Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel is a 5-star hotel inside the Clock Tower of the Abraj Al Bait complex, facing Masjid al-Haram. It suits pilgrims who want the shortest possible walk and, for some rooms, a view of the Kaaba.
Location
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel is in Abraj Al Bait, Makkah, on Abraj Al Bait Complex, King Abdulaziz Endowment. Our guide Where to stay in Makkah compares the main areas.
- Masjid al-Haram, about a 3-minute walk
- Connected to the Abraj Al Bait shopping centre
Distances are approximate and come from public hotel listings. Check the exact address on the Booking.com map before you book.
Compare it with other hotels in Mecca near the Haram: compare all hotels in Mecca near the Haram.
Facilities
- About 1,650 rooms and suites over 60 floors
- Kaaba-view room types
- 10 restaurants and cafés
- Spa and gym
- Free kids' club
- 24-hour room service
Note: The hotel has no swimming pool. Kaaba-view rooms are sold as specific room types; check the room name before you book.
Fairmont Makkah Clock Royal Tower at a glance
| City | Makkah |
|---|---|
| District | Abraj Al Bait |
| Street | Abraj Al Bait Complex, King Abdulaziz Endowment |
| Star rating | 5 stars |
| Nearby | Masjid al-Haram, about a 3-minute walk |
| Main facilities | About 1,650 rooms and suites over 60 floors, Kaaba-view room types, 10 restaurants and cafés, Spa and gym |
| Best for | Pilgrims who want the shortest possible walk and, for some rooms, a view of the Kaaba |
What are the pros and cons of Fairmont Makkah Clock Royal Tower?
Pros
- Very close to Masjid al-Haram: about a 3-minute walk.
- 5-star rooms and service.
- Part of a known hotel brand (Fairmont), with its standards and loyalty programme where it applies.
- Suites, kitchenettes or apartments with more space, good for families and longer stays.
Cons
- The hotel has no swimming pool. Kaaba-view rooms are sold as specific room types; check the room name before you book.
- Prices rise sharply in Ramadan and around Hajj, and rooms sell out early.
Pros and cons are based on the location and facilities listed above, checked in October 2026, not on a paid stay.
Booking tips for Makkah
Prices in Makkah rise sharply in the last ten nights of Ramadan and in the Hajj season, and hotels near the Haram sell out months ahead. Outside these peaks you can often pay far less for the same room.
Check the walking route on the map, not just the distance in a straight line: hills, tunnels and closed roads around the Haram can add several minutes. If the hotel is beyond walking distance, confirm the shuttle times before you book.
Makkah is open to Muslims only. If you travel for Umrah, make sure your dates match your permit in the Nusuk app.
When are hotel prices in Makkah higher or lower?
| Period | Price level | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Last ten nights of Ramadan | Highest | Peak Umrah demand; rooms near the Haram sell out months ahead |
| Rest of Ramadan | High | Umrah demand all month |
| Weeks around Hajj | Very high or closed to Umrah guests | Many hotels are reserved for Hajj groups |
| Eid and school holidays | High | Families travel for Umrah |
| Summer months outside Ramadan and Hajj | Lowest | Heat keeps demand down; central hotels can cost a fraction of the Ramadan price |
This is the usual demand pattern, not a price quote. Ramadan and Hajj follow the Islamic calendar and move about 11 days earlier each year, so check the dates for your trip and compare live prices on Booking.com.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Fairmont Clock Royal Tower from the Haram?
About a 3-minute walk. The hotel is in the Abraj Al Bait complex, directly facing the mosque.
Where is Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel?
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel is a 5-star hotel inside the Clock Tower of the Abraj Al Bait complex, facing Masjid al-Haram. Nearby: Masjid al-Haram, about a 3-minute walk.
Who is Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel best for?
It suits pilgrims who want the shortest possible walk and, for some rooms, a view of the Kaaba.
Can I cancel my reservation?
It depends on the rate you choose. Many rooms offer free cancellation up to a set date, shown next to each rate on Booking.com before you pay.
Last checked: October 2026. Facilities and services change; Booking.com shows the current details for each room.
Sources: the property's listing on Booking.com, map listings for its address, and the hotel's own pages where it has one. Official information: Nusuk and Haramain High Speed Railway. Read how we check the facts or send a correction.