Opening of Conrad Makkah Hotel

Conrad Hotels & Resorts, a luxury resort chain, is pleased to announce the opening of its first 438-room Conrad Makkah hotel in Saudi Arabia. Located in the heart of Mecca overlooking the Sanctuary Mosque (Masjid al-Haram) and the main shrine of Islam, the Kaaba, the hotel is designed for sophisticated travelers who prefer modern luxury, and offers impeccable service combined with sophisticated surroundings.

“Conrad is an amazing experience for guests in the most popular and sought-after corners of the planet. We are very pleased to present our first hotel in the Holy City, which opened the doors for pilgrims and guests of Mecca,” says John Wandersleis, head of the Conrad Hotels & Resorts chain.

“The opening of the first Conrad Hotels & Resorts hotel in Mecca marks the emergence of our second brand in the city and the 11th hotel in Saudi Arabia. These and other 28 hotels of the Hilton Worldwide hotel corporation currently under construction allow us to proud to offer incredible diversity and a wide selection for those traveling to the Middle East and Africa, ”says Rudi Jagerbacher, President of the Middle East and Africa Hilton Worldwide Network.

Conrad Makkah Resort offers everyone 438 elegant rooms in two buildings, including 62 suites ranging in size from 56 square meters. m up to 247 square meters m (Royal Suite). Suites include a separate living room, a comfortable dining area with kitchen, personal butler service and great views of the Sanctuary Mosque and the Kaaba.

The hotel features magnificent interior design inspired by modern and traditional Islamic motifs and complemented by works of contemporary art.

Conrad Makkah will delight gourmets with a wide selection of dining options - from the elegant Prime Steakhouse with showcase cuisine and superb views of Al Haram Mosque to Al Mearaj main restaurant, where guests will find absolutely everything - both traditional local dishes and classics of international cuisine.

Conrad Makkah features a 1000-seat mosque with direct audio link to Al-Haram Mosque. The hotel also has 12 lifts that take guests directly to al-Haram Mosque, providing quick access during peak periods for prayer.

For personal meetings, the hotel offers two conference rooms for up to 100 people, as well as a business center and Executive Lounge.

The hotel’s 24-hour concierge will help guests organize various local leisure options as part of the Conrad 1/3/5 program, an author’s collection of excursions to the best places in the city, thanks to which everyone can learn more about local culture, art and gastronomy.

Guests booking a stay at the hotel can also use the popular Conrad Concierge mobile application, which allows you to determine all the details of your vacation before arrival, during your stay and after departure using your smartphone or tablet. Pre-selection of bath accessories or check-in on the way from the airport - in the application, guests can find a wide selection of various options.

Conrad Makkah is participating in the Hilton HHonors®, a one-of-a-kind loyalty program where guests booking directly with www.conradhotels.com can enjoy various additional benefits, including free Wi-Fi, in 25 Conrad resorts throughout to the world.

Additional information at www.conradmakkah.com or //news.conradhotels.com