Marriott Makkah offers very attractive features

LUXURY lodgings sector thrived during this year’s holy month of Ramadan and is expected to continue to grow in the future. By the end of Ramadan this year, there were 162,000 hotel rooms in the city, 13% of which were in five-star properties. “Makkah Marriott Hotel is the chain’s first flagship brand to open in Makkah,” said Moataz El-Tabei, Director of Sales & Marketing at the Makkah Marriott Hotel. “Because of the location, we opted for a luxurious, arabesque theme, both in terms of architecture and interior design. Beyond such highly atmospheric aesthetics, the Makkah Marriott offers other very attractive features such as close proximity to the Haram, dramatic views of the holy area and the entire city, and extreme comfort for pilgrims. We have truly joined the ranks of desirable, high-end hospitality facilities as this year, hosting more than 3,500 pilgrims in an atmosphere of opulent luxury and comfort. That translates into a 75% occupancy The Marriott Makkah Hotel offers 426 spacious and luxurious rooms, including 52 high-end suites, within easy walking distance of the Haram. In addition to the spiritual atmosphere afforded by the hotel and its proximity to the Haram, guests can enjoy the hotel’s outstanding services, its opulent luxury and unparalleled comfort. “We know that our guests have options,” El-Tabei added, “so we showed our appreciation for their patronage by serving everyone free Iftar meals that were carefully prepared by the city’s best chefs.” Thrilled by the success of Ramadan, the hotel has already begun preparations for the next pilgrimage season when the same number of guests are expected to arrive. “We are already doing everything possible to provide the next wave of pilgrims with an unprecedented experience, one that will grant them full serenity and spirituality during their stay in Makkah,” El-Tabei further said. In order for reservations to be made as efficiently and as easily as possible, guests can use Marriott’s mobile application, which allows visitors to check in prior to their arrival and receive an automatic notification that their room is ready. Then, they can use the application for a fast check-in and check out. Makkah Marriott Hotel also features other luxurious facilities, including a business center with its own meeting rooms, a gift shop, a taxi service, free underground parking and free internet connectivity. In addition, guests can enroll in the Marriott Rewards program that offers discounts and other attractive benefits.