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Al-Hofuf
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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Al Hofuf
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Al Hofuf is the main city of the Al-Ahsa oasis in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, and aparthotels and serviced apartments in Al Hofuf suit the way people visit it: visits to its heritage sites and markets, trips to King Faisal University's campus in the city, and family stays. A kitchen and separate living space help when you are staying for longer than a night or two, and families get more room than a single hotel room. Our guide explains what an aparthotel is.
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Where to stay in Al Hofuf
Old Hofuf
- heritage
- first-time visitors
- walking
Saudipedia, the Saudi government's online encyclopaedia, describes Ibrahim Palace as one of the most famous historical palaces in Al-Ahsa, located in Al-Hufuf and spanning 16,500 square metres, and Al-Qaisariah Market as a historic market in the Al-Rafiah neighbourhood built in 1822. This is the area for visitors who want the heritage sites close at hand.
Stays in or near Old Hofuf
- Amaken Aparthotel · about 1 km away
Station area
- rail travel
- business travel
- short stays
Wikipedia says Hofuf has a railway station connecting the city with Riyadh to the west and Dammam to the north, operated by Saudi Arabia Railways, and Wikivoyage lists taxi service at the train station and the SAPTCO bus station. It is the practical base for a short trip arriving by rail.
Stays in or near Station area
- Maset Al Masem Serviced Apartments · about 1 km away
Al-Mubarraz
- longer stays
- families
- local feel
Wikipedia names Al-Mubarraz and Al-Hofuf as two of the largest cities in the oasis, which comprises four main cities and 22 villages. Saudipedia says the Thursday market takes place in both Al-Hufuf and Al-Mubarraz. It suits a stay in another of the oasis's main cities.
Al-Qarah
- nature
- day trips
- caves
Saudipedia says Al-Qarah Mountain lies twelve km from Al-Hufuf and is one of the most important tourist landmarks, with grottoes that stay cool in summer and warm in winter. Staying nearby suits visitors whose plans centre on the mountain and the oasis villages.
Getting around Al Hofuf
Wikivoyage says Hofuf is around three hours from Riyadh and 1.5 hours from Dammam by train, run by the Saudi Railway Organisation, and that SAPTCO buses take about 3.5 hours from Riyadh and 2 hours from Dammam. Wikipedia says the city is mainly served by King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, 160 km away, and also has its own Al-Ahsa International Airport, which mainly offers domestic flights and flights to Dubai.
Wikivoyage says taxi services are available in downtown Hofuf, at the SAPTCO bus station and at the train station, and that rental cars are widely available.
Living in Al Hofuf for longer
Saudipedia says al-Ahsa is described as the Eastern Province's food basket, renowned for dates, wheat, rice and fruit, with a camel market and a Thursday weekly market in al-Hufuf. It describes the Thursday Market as held every Thursday morning in the market complex behind the government departments complex, selling vegetables, fruits, dates, flowers, clothing and local handicrafts. This is a good place to shop for fresh produce if you have a kitchen.
Wikivoyage mentions Alsaid Coffee in the souq as a place to chat in the evening, and suggests reserving a farm house, called a mazra, among the date palms for a day or two. If you are relocating for work, our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains how the format compares with a lease.
When to visit Al Hofuf
Wikipedia classes Al Hofuf's climate as hot desert, with long, very hot summers and mild, short winters, and Saudipedia says summer temperatures in the region reach up to 50 °C. Saudipedia says the grottoes of Al-Qarah Mountain are extremely cool in summer and warm in winter.
Saudipedia says the Hasawi rice harvest, called al-Wasmi, typically takes place between September and October and is considered a joyous time in Al-Ahsa. The Thursday market runs every week.
Wikipedia describes Al-Hofuf as the second-largest city in the Eastern Province after Dammam, with a population of 729,606 at the latest census figure it gives, known for dates and for its old markets and palaces. The oasis was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2018, according to Wikivoyage and Wikipedia. For other places in the country, see Saudi Arabia.
Long-stay tips for Al Hofuf
Of the 17 properties here, 8 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 3 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 9 include some form of housekeeping and 17 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.
10 properties list a full kitchen and 7 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 57 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Other cities in Saudi Arabia
Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Riyadh, Jeddah, Madinah, Al Khobar, Dammam, Abha, Tabuk and Taif.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Al Hofuf?
Visitors interested in heritage stay in the old town near Ibrahim Palace and the Al-Qaisariah Market, while those arriving by rail often choose the station area. Al-Mubarraz is the neighbouring city.
How do I get to Al Hofuf from Riyadh?
Wikivoyage says Hofuf is around three hours from Riyadh by train and about 3.5 hours by SAPTCO bus.
Is Al Hofuf part of Al-Ahsa?
Yes. Wikivoyage says the oasis of Al-Ahsa surrounds Hofuf and the names are often used interchangeably, and Wikipedia says the oasis includes Al-Mubarraz and Al-Hofuf.
When is the best time to visit Al Hofuf?
Wikipedia describes long, very hot summers and mild, short winters, Saudipedia says the rice harvest typically takes place between September and October.
How many aparthotels are there in Al Hofuf?
We currently list 17 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Al Hofuf.
Do aparthotels in Al Hofuf have kitchens?
17 of the 17 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Which aparthotels in Al Hofuf have a washing machine?
8 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.
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