As part of the prestigious Abraj Al Bait complex, the deluxe Swissotel Makkah is a contemporary five-star hotel located in close proximity to the holy Masjid Al Haraam, overlooking the Ka’aba, as well as the entire Masjid. Swissotel Makkah offers...
As part of the prestigious Abraj Al Bait complex, the deluxe Swissotel Makkah is a contemporary five-star hotel located in close proximity to the holy Masjid Al Haraam, overlooking the Ka’aba, as well as the entire Masjid. Swissotel Makkah offers 1,487 elegant rooms and suites with modern contemporary design that complements the rich, hospitable values of Arab culture. The hotel includes two restaurants, one meeting room, and one business centre. With private entrances that make it easier for pilgrims to reach the Masjid Al Haram, Swissotel is also the only property in the Abraj Al Bait Endowment with a direct entrance through Ajyad Street.
Guest Reviews (29)
Imran Ho-Abdullah
1 month ago
5/5
Ambience: A grand, welcoming restaurant that effortlessly blends scale and elegance.
Cuisine: Excellent in variety and freshness—daily rotating menus, live stations and quality international dishes.
Service: A highlight—professional, personalized attention from managers...
Ambience: A grand, welcoming restaurant that effortlessly blends scale and elegance.
Cuisine: Excellent in variety and freshness—daily rotating menus, live stations and quality international dishes.
Service: A highlight—professional, personalized attention from managers and staff ensures memorable experiences.
Value: Worth the premium for those seeking comfort, variety, and proximity to Haram.
Special thanks to the F&B Director and the entire crew for going the extra mile all the time to make the guests feel right at home.
Walid Elassaly
1 month ago
5/5
A great hotel in all aspects and during Haj time with all the crowdness the service remained A -class. A great reason for such Review is also Ismail Omar the...
A great hotel in all aspects and during Haj time with all the crowdness the service remained A -class. A great reason for such Review is also Ismail Omar the Restaurant manager who is a great example of work devotion and guest service. He has demonstrated many qualities in tough times how to handle the guests kindly with a smile, while dealing with a crisis effectively in no time leading his team in person working hand in hand. I have rarely seen such caliber in this area with such professional attitude. The restaurant and food are among the best things in hotel, however the hotel overall is of great service and value. Keep it up and take care of your good people. 👏👍
Ammar Razzak
2 months ago
5/5
We were visiting from the USA, and our experience at Swissôtel Makkah was truly outstanding. The highlight of our stay was the incredible hospitality we received — especially from Mr....
We were visiting from the USA, and our experience at Swissôtel Makkah was truly outstanding. The highlight of our stay was the incredible hospitality we received — especially from Mr. Sakeer, the assistant manager, whom we had the pleasure of interacting with during the daily dining. He was incredibly welcoming, always checking in to see if everything was okay, asking if we needed anything, and offering to help in any way he could. His warm personality and attentiveness really made a difference and left a lasting impression on us.
The buffet meals for both breakfast and dinner were phenomenal — so much variety, consistently delicious food, and the dessert bar was next-level. Even during the busiest times, there was always plenty to choose from, and the staff worked tirelessly to keep everything well-stocked and fresh.
The rooms were beautiful and comfortable, and the in-room Adhan system was such a thoughtful touch that enhanced the spiritual experience of our trip. And of course, the location — 0 meters from Masjid al-Haram — couldn’t have been more perfect. Even in the busiest foot traffic during Hajj season, I always appreciated the location of my hotel as I knew that in just a few more feet I would be home.
Every part of our stay reflected high-quality service, genuine care, and great attention to detail. We’re so grateful for the hospitality we received and would definitely return again.
Star
2 months ago
5/5
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is very convenient and easy to access. The rooms were clean, neat, and well-maintained. What impressed me the most was...
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is very convenient and easy to access. The rooms were clean, neat, and well-maintained. What impressed me the most was the staff — they were extremely helpful, friendly, and quick to respond to any requests. The booking process was smooth and fast. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for comfort, cleanliness, and great service.
Issa Al-mawlahi
3 months ago
5/5
My stay at Swissôtel Makkah was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, I was warmly welcomed by the front desk agent Ahmed...
My stay at Swissôtel Makkah was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, I was warmly welcomed by the front desk agent Ahmed Al Amri, who was highly professional and made the check-in process smooth and quick. He was very responsive and answered all my questions with a smile, reflecting the excellent hospitality of the hotel.
I stayed in room 1223, and when it comes to cleanliness and in-room service, I would like to give special thanks to Ammar Aref from the housekeeping department. He was very attentive to the room’s cleanliness on a daily basis, paying attention to the smallest details. His attitude was respectful and polite, and he was always ready to assist with anything I needed—always with a smile and prompt service.
along with the high-level services, made this stay truly unforgettable. I highly recommend Swissôtel Makkah to anyone looking for comfort, quality, and exceptional hospitality.
Rola Turki
4 months ago
5/5
I recently stayed at this hotel in Makkah during the last ten days of Ramadan, and it was a wonderful experience! The hotel’s service was exceptional, and the rooms were...
I recently stayed at this hotel in Makkah during the last ten days of Ramadan, and it was a wonderful experience! The hotel’s service was exceptional, and the rooms were spotless. What made my stay truly memorable was a special surprise for Mother’s Day. My sister, who wasn’t with us, called the hotel from Jeddah to arrange a surprise cake for my mother and me. The customer service representative, Mr. Fares Alhazmi, handled the request with such grace and didn’t charge anything for it! The cake was beautiful, and the gesture was incredibly touching. I also want to extend my thanks to the hotel manager, Mr. Faisal, for his attentive service. The junior suite was spacious, comfortable, and offered great privacy with two bathrooms. Overall, an excellent stay
Ayan Chowdhury
2 years ago
5/5
Our stay was more than we would ever expect at Swissotel. This place is beyond luxurious, starting with the details of the whole interior, the experience from arrival until checkout...
Our stay was more than we would ever expect at Swissotel. This place is beyond luxurious, starting with the details of the whole interior, the experience from arrival until checkout is absolute professional and welcoming. We couldn’t ask for more, Mr. Sualleh was the best host but a big well done to all the staff!
Keep up this excellent work you do, and we are definitely looking forward to returning soon!
Faizan Siddiqui
2 years ago
5/5
Great Experience!! A must visit-
Spacious rooms and toilets.
Good service.
Close proximity to haram 😊
Wonderful and large variety of food in buffet.
One thing which needs to be included is an extra bed...
Great Experience!! A must visit-
Spacious rooms and toilets.
Good service.
Close proximity to haram 😊
Wonderful and large variety of food in buffet.
One thing which needs to be included is an extra bed for family of four. As sofa-cum-bed was not so comfortable. I hope management will look into this and will be resolved on my next visit 😜
Well done team!!!
Raabie Khan
2 years ago
5/5
I had a great time with my family,. Friendly staff… Location, Room service was good, they serve coffee and dates at the lobby that was nice, and the best thing...
I had a great time with my family,. Friendly staff… Location, Room service was good, they serve coffee and dates at the lobby that was nice, and the best thing was the breakfast of this hotel too much variety of food. Will come again to this hotel 😌
Ameer Algahim
2 years ago
5/5
I loved my stay here
Very friendly and fast staff at the front desk. Very professional.
Room was very spacious with the most mesmerizing view.
Location of the hotel is excellent
I would stay...
I loved my stay here
Very friendly and fast staff at the front desk. Very professional.
Room was very spacious with the most mesmerizing view.
Location of the hotel is excellent
I would stay here again and again
Zaara Almas
2 years ago
5/5
Amazing, hospitality the reception went out of their way we stayed here for two nights and it was such a memorable experience.
We wanted to check out at 2:30 pm because...
Amazing, hospitality the reception went out of their way we stayed here for two nights and it was such a memorable experience.
We wanted to check out at 2:30 pm because we had an intention to pray inside haram.
Requested the room staff and they were more than happy to say ok.
It was a different feeling here.
Morgana Sasso
2 years ago
2/5
I don’t know how this hotel has a 4.5 stars.. this was so expensive for finding mold in the bathrooms (video and picture) the bed is not comfortable, there is...
I don’t know how this hotel has a 4.5 stars.. this was so expensive for finding mold in the bathrooms (video and picture) the bed is not comfortable, there is a beep sound in every floor and they don’t turn off at night time ( video). And when we asked them to turn off they said it’s like this and they can’t do nothing. It beeps every 10-20 seconds.. you can’t sleep.. Also the windows are so dirty that you can’t see anything outside ( picture).. the minimum you should keep are things cleaned.. the safe was also locked and not working, so we didn’t want housekeeping since we had our passports in the room.. we contacted them, they could not fix and that’s it.. it’s broken. The inclusive dinner does not even include soda.. only water!
I have nothing good to say. Even the short distance is not worth the money they charge.
There are better options around.
Sanitary and health services should be contacted for these molds..
True 5 star hotels would never be like this one. This hotel needs urgent updates..
And do you know what answer you get from them? Literally nothing! Any hotel that is 5 star would make sure things like these are working and cleaned and would at minimum provide 5 star Costumer service. I don’t know how they have a license to advertise they are 5 star hotel. That should be illegal
Abdulaziz Badughaysh
2 years ago
5/5
First I have to mention that The receptionist of this hotel Rania was the nicest receptionist I have ever encountered at a hotel. She was always friendly and asked how...
First I have to mention that The receptionist of this hotel Rania was the nicest receptionist I have ever encountered at a hotel. She was always friendly and asked how our stay was going every time we walked in the door. She also was able to recommend places to get any type of meal that we needed as well. Second this is a luxurious hotel! It’s clean and has a lot of comfort items to make you feel at home. I was in town for a stressful event and coming back to this hotel’s room was very peaceful.
Maryam Mowjood
2 years ago
4/5
This hotel has a beautiful lobby and restaurant. The restaurant has a great mini breakfast buffet for kids too. The kids loved it. Special shout out to Mr Faizan who...
This hotel has a beautiful lobby and restaurant. The restaurant has a great mini breakfast buffet for kids too. The kids loved it. Special shout out to Mr Faizan who was very courteous and helpful at all times.
However compared to the money being paid, the rooms are small and the bathroom even smaller. The shower area is so small that a claustrophobic person would never get in there. The bathroom really needs working on considering the fact that this is a 5 star hotel. And the service isn't great. They have so many guests checking in every day and I guess this makes them indifferent or too tired to be hospitable to each guest.
j1g9 A
2 years ago
5/5
The location is great. The hotel has two entrances one to the Haram with special entrance and the other to the street where you find taxis are waiting you. All...
The location is great. The hotel has two entrances one to the Haram with special entrance and the other to the street where you find taxis are waiting you. All service was top notch. Quadruple room with Kaaba view was spacious and tidy with most essentials provided for a family of 5. The bed is big, I loved it the most. Breakfast food was incredible with variety of choices; top management was also around to make sure everything was okay. I would like to thank Mr. Rakan at the reception desk for his welcoming and attitude. Loved our stay here!
Qazi Zaighum Haroon Qureshi
2 years ago
5/5
At this holy place we enjoyed the stay which made our journey memorable as it was just steps away from Haram.
Amazing customer service neat and clean room.
Restaurant staff and service...
At this holy place we enjoyed the stay which made our journey memorable as it was just steps away from Haram.
Amazing customer service neat and clean room.
Restaurant staff and service for breakfast was outstanding with lot of tasty food varieties helped us to recover for more prayers without weakness.
Met with restaurant manager with great personality and admired the service and food quality.
Kamran Younis
4 years ago
5/5
Stayed here in 2017, was travelling with elderly parents to perform Umrah. The hotel was just brilliant, the location was around 300 yards from the Haram and ideal for the...
Stayed here in 2017, was travelling with elderly parents to perform Umrah. The hotel was just brilliant, the location was around 300 yards from the Haram and ideal for the elderly travelling to and from the Haram performing the Umrah Rituals.
The cleanliness of the accommodation and facilities were next to none. We had a room facing the Kabbah, what an amazing sight that was!
The buffet breakfast, “Well what can I say! The variety was amazing. I don’t think I could identify all the dishes they were so plentiful.
If shopping is a key feature of you pilgrim then rest assured you won’t get a better hotel than this! The back exit goes straight into the clock tower mall.
Hopefully will be blessed to visit again soon!
Mariam Ahmed
4 years ago
2/5
We had booked swissotel on Booking.com.
We were informed that the hotel is shut due to maintenance after we reached the property. It was extremely and highly inconvenient!!
They should have closed...
We had booked swissotel on Booking.com.
We were informed that the hotel is shut due to maintenance after we reached the property. It was extremely and highly inconvenient!!
They should have closed booking lines for the hotel as it was shut .
rajanaeem786
4 years ago
5/5
Very convenient location close to Haram, very helpful and friendly staff, we were given Haram faced room without any extra charges a lovely view. Room are big and especially the...
Very convenient location close to Haram, very helpful and friendly staff, we were given Haram faced room without any extra charges a lovely view. Room are big and especially the luggage box room is very handy as it keeps your room clear of suitcases. Bath and toilets are very clean and spacious.
Only one area where there is room for improvement. The breakfast buffet has plenty of different items but if you are from South Asian subcontinent, then you will feel disappointed because mainly the dishes are either Arabic and some European. Also when it was busy, there was problem to find cutlery like teaspoons resulting in cold tea.
Overall a very good hotel and recommended to visit again.
Ehab Tantawy
4 years ago
5/5
I strongly recommend booking in Swissotel. All my family love this hotel when we visit Mecca for Ummrah
Abdulla Salem
4 years ago
3/5
Good priced , cleaned well and location is good , would be great to have more staff at the reception.
shamshair ali
4 years ago
5/5
One of the best hotel near Haram e Makki
Ibrahim Ullal
4 years ago
5/5
Good location and near by Haramain Makkah
Akbar Khan
4 years ago
5/5
Nice variety of breakfast Easy access to haram
Habiba Khan
4 years ago
5/5
The best place with amazing staff. I have been there with my dad as he got sick while we were on the way to Makkah the minute we reached...
The best place with amazing staff. I have been there with my dad as he got sick while we were on the way to Makkah the minute we reached the hotel it was really crowded at the reciption but when l informed the staff member regarding his sickness they immediately arranged for the room and took great care of my dad this is the best quality of the staff. I have started respecting them more and wish them the best success ever.
A.Rahman Jaber
4 years ago
5/5
Very good hotel - Cleanliness 5 of 5 - relaxing 5 of 5 - haram view
Ibrahim Moawad
4 years ago
5/5
Swissotel Makkah one of the Kaaba view Hotels. Good car parking with charge . Great cleaning services. Different types of Rooms. Big and large restaurant with open buffet. ...
Swissotel Makkah one of the Kaaba view Hotels. Good car parking with charge . Great cleaning services. Different types of Rooms. Big and large restaurant with open buffet. Great front office team. Staff are very helpful and supporting. Hotel at the level of Haram so you can directly go to Haram from its lobby and he is the only hotel having this advantage.
Nauman Akram
4 years ago
4/5
4 star hotel claiming 5 star. Reception Service is not exemplary, have to wait till 4 o clock although booking and advance payment has been...
4 star hotel claiming 5 star. Reception Service is not exemplary, have to wait till 4 o clock although booking and advance payment has been paid. Rooms are clean and washrooms are OK. Room service needs improvement . Buffet taste and specifically entry process sucks as after charging so much money ,they force you to stand in long ques in order to identify at buffet hall entry. What are we... School kids? Highly not recommended
saber hamed
4 years ago
5/5
5 star rating cause its the closest hotel to the kaaba
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MADINAH
Mysk Touch Al Balad
B&B
5 mins
5 Nights
11 reviews
The hotel is a few steps away from the Masjid Al Nabawi, overlooking the glorious Al Rawdha Al Shareef and Jannath Al Baqie. The 149 deluxe rooms are tastefully designed to cater the modern travelers who discern value for money...
The hotel is a few steps away from the Masjid Al Nabawi, overlooking the glorious Al Rawdha Al Shareef and Jannath Al Baqie. The 149 deluxe rooms are tastefully designed to cater the modern travelers who discern value for money and are socially connected. Experience the newest social hub in Madinah, where there is beauty in simplicity
Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Central Madinah district of Al Madinah, Mysk Touch Al Balad is 550 yards from Al-Masjid an-Nabawi. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features family rooms.
Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Mysk Touch Al Balad.
Quba Mosque is 2.4 miles from the accommodation, while Qiblatain Mosque is 4.3 miles away. The nearest airport is Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 9.9 miles from Mysk Touch Al Balad.
Guest Reviews (11)
Lino Adisetya
1 month ago
5/5
Perfecto! I just visited with my wife and daughter to this hotel and it was very pleasant and enjoyed stay to this hotel even though we were mostly in Masjid...
Perfecto! I just visited with my wife and daughter to this hotel and it was very pleasant and enjoyed stay to this hotel even though we were mostly in Masjid Nabawi. The reception is very helpful and we were allowed to the early checkin (1 hour earlier). The location supperb just take a walk 5 minutes to the Haram Masjid Nabawi. The team is very helpfull as well without command they bring my bagage drop and pick up the goods until my room and vice versa. If any chance for sure will come back to this hotel.
- Farouk
2 months ago
5/5
I stayed at this hotel for the second time last year and everything was perfect! At first we had an issue with the view at the room we stayed at...
I stayed at this hotel for the second time last year and everything was perfect! At first we had an issue with the view at the room we stayed at and that was the only annoying thing but after speaking to the staff and explaining our situation, the staff was so nice to help us out!!! You can tell that they really care about their visitors!
A special thanks to Taher, Sobuj and Sumon for their kindness, help and service! Another big thank you to the kind staff member who knew that I loved drinking apple juice and always brought it to my table from the kitchen even if it was not available in the dining room simply because he remembered who I was. I am sorry I couldn't ask you for your name but I will always remember the kind gesture!!! May Allah bless each and every one of you ameen.
Me and my family will 100% visit again inshallah. 😊
Mehreen Ali
3 months ago
5/5
We were surprised to see the view from our room.They upgrade our room to Rozaha view.we are very thankful for this and we all enjoyed all 3 days in madina...
We were surprised to see the view from our room.They upgrade our room to Rozaha view.we are very thankful for this and we all enjoyed all 3 days in madina with the religious spirit. The hotel was very close to Rozaha.The staff was very nice.The breakfast buffet was very outstanding. The cleanliness was extremely nice.I will recommend all my family members to stay here evey time they visit Madina.I myself will now always come here InshaAllaha. Thank you once again Mysk touch hotel staff for such a view which touch my heart.
Zulkarnain Yusuf
3 months ago
2/5
We spent in this hotel for 10 days with my wife in February. The restaurant service was excellent, especially Big Thanks for Suhail. It has been taken care of us...
We spent in this hotel for 10 days with my wife in February. The restaurant service was excellent, especially Big Thanks for Suhail. It has been taken care of us when we had flu on the fifth day stayed. he made us remedy ginger, lemon, and honey without asking, and he knew if his clients needed it . The terrible case this hotel was, I had issues with the digital key cards. I don't understand why they didn't realize it and fix it right away since the first issue. It will be fine for us if only one or three times problems, but the big matter was, from the 10th floor, I had to go down and up to the front Desk total 17 times in ten days stayed just to asked them to fix or reactivate it. It's seems they ignored the problem.Also, the last three days of stayed, I asked one of the hotel stuff managers (forgot his name) to switch another room. But he refused it. The best thing about this hotel it so close to Haram. But, if I had issues like this, it made distance away far and late to do on time jama'ah...
nadia zaidi
3 months ago
5/5
Everything was just impeccable! The service was outstanding, the hotel was incredibly clean, location was just perfect! The housekeeping was fantastic and breakfast was also great! You need stay at...
Everything was just impeccable! The service was outstanding, the hotel was incredibly clean, location was just perfect! The housekeeping was fantastic and breakfast was also great! You need stay at this hotel!
Thank you so much Suhail, Kawthar and Sobuj for your warm hospitality, keep it up! You made us feel right at home!
Afrin
4 months ago
3/5
Room service was great, but the receptionists were terrible. My daughter was having a terrible headache so I called the front desk and asked for an ice pack. An ice...
Room service was great, but the receptionists were terrible. My daughter was having a terrible headache so I called the front desk and asked for an ice pack. An ice pack. They did not have one. So I was like, fine, do you at least have ice? Apparently they don’t have ice either. My husband had to go to the pharmacy near the hotel to get my daughter an ice pack. He complained at the front desk and left to go get her the ice pack. When he came back to the room, his key card didn’t work. They literally disabled his key card. Also, besides that, rooms were tiny. We got a room with four twin sized beds and the window was literally A fourth of the wall. We didnt get a good view or anything but whatever. Bathroom was tiny, you couldn’t really move around comfortably. But room service was great, always cleaned properly and everything.
Abdullah Salleh
2 years ago
5/5
Excellent hotel in terms of services, food and hospitality. Do not be fooled by the 3-star rating. This hotel offers good location only 5 minutes away from the mosque (which...
Excellent hotel in terms of services, food and hospitality. Do not be fooled by the 3-star rating. This hotel offers good location only 5 minutes away from the mosque (which is very convenient) and the food is marvelous (best kunafa in the world).
Find Sulaiman and his boss Salman for more info.
Zoinul Abidin
2 years ago
5/5
Just checked out today I must say agree with all the other reviews. Excellent customer service which is rare in Saudi. Breakfast was top of the range and the restaurant...
Just checked out today I must say agree with all the other reviews. Excellent customer service which is rare in Saudi. Breakfast was top of the range and the restaurant manager was simply awesome.
Abu Shaheen in concierge arranged transport for me and my family at cost price. Beat all other quotes. He ensured all bags was duly collected from our room and loaded in the minibus.
Anything you need just ask, another concierge person told me where to buy dates at a good price. I probably saved 400 SAR.
So overall amazing hotel and service I am definitely rebooking them again insha allah.
Mohd Nazri Sharif
2 years ago
5/5
Hotel very near to Mosque Nabawi gate 305 entrance for men but for women bit futher. I got room on 8 floor and facing to the Mosque..Very nice view. Room...
Hotel very near to Mosque Nabawi gate 305 entrance for men but for women bit futher. I got room on 8 floor and facing to the Mosque..Very nice view. Room are very clean. Restauran food are very good..A lot of variety you can choose.. only no coffee or tea provided during lunch and dinner. Staff very friendly. Alot of shop lot around the hotel. Closed to Quba Avenue for night walk. Good place to stay during Haj or Umrah.
Jefry Ramli
2 years ago
5/5
The hotel location is great. The food is fantastic especially the kunafa. The restaurant manager and staff are friendly. Overall was a great experience here at Mysk Touch.
Atiyya Peer
2 years ago
5/5
The location is excellent, directly across the entrance with full view of the green dome and close to the Raudah where you make salaam to Nabi SAW. It's on...
The location is excellent, directly across the entrance with full view of the green dome and close to the Raudah where you make salaam to Nabi SAW. It's on the opposite end of the ladies entrance to the Masjid so it's a small walk. Rooms were tidy, spacious and neat. Tiny fridge wasn't sufficient. Staff were friendly, service and food was excellent. I would stay here again.
I usually dont like to do reviews like this but sadly I have to as I believe its an amanah for future hujjaj.
I went on Hajj with Hunafaa and their...
I usually dont like to do reviews like this but sadly I have to as I believe its an amanah for future hujjaj.
I went on Hajj with Hunafaa and their partners in 2025 and sadly it was a very disappointing experience. Group leads were mostly absent, leaving us to organise everything ourselves. Elderly people and first-timers were left without proper support. Communication was poor, responses were slow, and a helpful WhatsApp group was closed just before we arrived.
Muzdalifah was a disaster — we arrived late, had no space, and were told to sleep dangerously close to a busy highway. The group got split up and left behind with no care shown by the leads. Elderly people were stranded and confused, while group leaders relaxed without concern.
One group lead in particular (wont mention the name on here) was rude, dismissive, and unprofessional. He didn’t seem fit for the role at all.
There was no proper logistical info — we weren’t even told about free shuttle buses until days later.
This felt like a first-time operation, not a company claiming years of experience. You can’t keep telling people “have sabr” after delivering poor service. Hajj is a once-in-a-lifetime journey — this company did not respect that. Would not recommend, especially for elderly pilgrims. I sincerely hope they improve.
One positive I can say is the religious and spiritual aspect was very good. Sheikh Imran Patel was on point.
Constructive Feedback for Future Hajj Trips:
While this experience was deeply disappointing, I want to provide some sincere feedback to help improve the service for future hujjaj. I believe this is an amanah (trust) that you carry, and future pilgrims deserve better:
1. Hold a live seminar with all group leads present before departure. This allows everyone to meet and become familiar with who they can approach during the trip.
2. Create and maintain a dedicated WhatsApp group for all hujjaj to communicate, share updates, and ask questions throughout the entire trip.
3. Group leads should be present at the airport before the hujjaj arrive, clearly visible, wearing appropriate branded jackets or lanyards. After check-in, take time to introduce themselves to the group properly.
4. Learn and document local hotel and area amenities (e.g., shuttle bus services, walking directions to Haram, food places), and provide this to the hujjaj before arrival.
5. Hire group leads based on character and communication skills, not just availability. Only assign individuals who want to do the role and can handle it with compassion and professionalism. There should be a minimum of two group leads per hotel—not just one.
6. Dont advertise the trip to the elderly. Especially if English is not one of their languages. Based on what I experienced, this company is not equipped to support elderly pilgrims, and advertising otherwise is misleading.
7. Hire at least one female group lead. This is a must. Many sisters needed guidance and support and had no one to turn to.
Ahmed Hussain
2 weeks ago
2/5
The experience with Hunafa and their hajj partners was very disappointing. Apart from religious and spiritual talks/guidance, their wasn't much support and it felt like a lot of short comings...
The experience with Hunafa and their hajj partners was very disappointing. Apart from religious and spiritual talks/guidance, their wasn't much support and it felt like a lot of short comings were glossed over by way of the blame game I.e it's not them it's the service provider or the default answer being have "sabr".
Unfortunately for the outlay - which for a couple can run into the tens of thousands you expect a minimum service level.
It felt like a case of over promise under deliver as opposed to the other way round.
Little Az
8 months ago
5/5
Alhumdulillah, was blessed with Hajj 2024. These brothers were amazing, really helpful, they were there to support us every step of the way. May Allah reward them immensely
Tofozul Ali
8 months ago
5/5
Booked my last minute Ummrah package last February with Hunafaa Travels, Shaykul, as ever done his best to accommodate my needs, Alhamdulillah! Only thing I will say is if you’re...
Booked my last minute Ummrah package last February with Hunafaa Travels, Shaykul, as ever done his best to accommodate my needs, Alhamdulillah! Only thing I will say is if you’re going with children then probably look for direct flights unless you’re happy to do transit flights. Hotels both in Madinah and Makkah were great, location was perfect.
Taj Uddin
8 months ago
5/5
I can honestly say I had a fantastic service and experience from Hunafaa. My hotel service was very high standards and the customer service was great. I would recommend anyone...
I can honestly say I had a fantastic service and experience from Hunafaa. My hotel service was very high standards and the customer service was great. I would recommend anyone who wish to go Hajj and Umrah to use Hunafaa.
Leena korchid
8 months ago
5/5
I had an incredible experience with Hunafaa! From the planning stages to the actual trip, they went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable,...
I had an incredible experience with Hunafaa! From the planning stages to the actual trip, they went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions. The itinerary was well-organized, allowing us to experience the best of our Hajj without feeling rushed. Every detail was taken care of, and we felt truly valued as customers. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a seamless and unforgettable Hajj experience. Definitely the best travel agency I’ve ever traveled with!
Shueb Rahman
9 months ago
5/5
It was the first time i have used hunafaa upon a friends recommendation and i was not disappointed at all. Excellent service provided. I was very happy with my umrah...
It was the first time i have used hunafaa upon a friends recommendation and i was not disappointed at all. Excellent service provided. I was very happy with my umrah package. Everything was great, from plane journey to hotel stays and everything in between. Cannot fault them at all. Delivered on every promises made 👍 Big shout out to the two brothers who looled after me and my family throughout, brother Kareem and brother Shekul 👊 love and respect brothers, thank you. Just like my friend who recommended me to use hunafaa travels i will also highly recommend you guys use hunafaa travels services for all your umrah and hajj plans 👍 Once again, thank you hunafaa travels for making our pilgrim journey a pleasant, easy and comfortable one 😁
Abdul Farooq
2 years ago
2/5
Still due refund three years later
Coming up to three years now and still yet to receive a full refund for our Hajj deposits. It has been painstaking process and they...
Still due refund three years later
Coming up to three years now and still yet to receive a full refund for our Hajj deposits. It has been painstaking process and they often dont reply untill prompted again. I have been very patient with them but they just want to keep hold of the money. Whether or not thier suppliers have paid them back is not my concern. I am rightly owed a refund. Will now be taking them to court to recover my money and expenses due to loss of value in three years
Aisha Ayub
2 years ago
5/5
Excellent Hajj 2019 experience.
Rajib Ahmed
2 years ago
5/5
Performed Hajj with Hunafaa Travel in 2012 or 2013. Can't recall exactly when at this moment in time, but what I do remember is the excellent service they provided. They...
Performed Hajj with Hunafaa Travel in 2012 or 2013. Can't recall exactly when at this moment in time, but what I do remember is the excellent service they provided. They really took good care of the pilgrims.
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4.2/5
HalalTrek
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13 reviews
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