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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Ha'il

6 stays · 6 aparthotels and 0 serviced apartments

Aparthotels and serviced apartments give visitors to Ha'il a kitchen and separate living space while they explore the region's heritage sites. Wikivoyage describes Ha'il as the capital of the Ha'il Region and says it is famous for ancient rock art and rugged mountain scenery. Wikipedia places the city between the Aja and Salma mountains, as the seat and largest city of Hail Province.

6 stays

Where to stay in Ha'il

Qishlah Fortress area

  • heritage
  • city centre
  • first-time visitors

Wikipedia describes Qishlah Fortress as an impressive sight in the centre of Ha'il and the largest traditional mud-brick fortress in the city, very well restored. It adds that the fortress was used mostly as a barracks and has eight large watchtowers along its wall.

Stays in or near Qishlah Fortress area

Barzan Souk

  • shopping
  • heritage
  • walking

Wikipedia says Barzan Souk stands where Barzan Palace once was, a palace begun in the early 19th century by the rulers who governed Hail before the Rashidi dynasty. Wikipedia adds that the palace was demolished in the 1920s and that it was completed during Rashidi rule.

As-Samra mountain

  • evening outings
  • park
  • views

Wikipedia says As-Samra mountain overlooks the city, with an asphalt road to the summit, a park with a lake at the bottom and an emblem of Saudi Arabia lit on the mountainside at night. It adds that Aja mountain is on the opposite side of the city.

Getting around Ha'il

Wikivoyage says Ha'il Regional Airport is 10 km south of the city centre, with domestic flights from Riyadh and Jeddah and a few international flights to regional hubs such as Dubai, Kuwait and Cairo. Wikipedia describes Hail International Airport as the main airport for the city and province. The Saudi Arabia Railways station is on the Riyadh–Qurayyat railway, which Wikipedia says connects Hail with Riyadh, Majmaah, Al-Qassim, Al-Jouf and Qurayyat; Wikivoyage places the station about 15 km north of the city centre and gives roughly 4 hr 30 min to Riyadh.

Within the city, Wikivoyage says Uber and Careem are plentiful and that several car rental companies have desks at the airport. By road, it gives about 600 km from Riyadh and about 430 km from Medina. Wikivoyage lists Jubbah's rock art as about 90 km north-west of the city, and gives Al-Ula as a 4 hr 30 min drive to the west.

Living in Ha'il for longer

Wikivoyage says Ha'il sits at an elevation of about 1,000 m, higher than Riyadh or Jeddah, which makes its climate slightly more temperate. The University of Hail is based here, according to Wikipedia, and the city is a centre for the region's grain, date and fruit production. Wikivoyage says Uber and Careem are plentiful, and the airport has car rental desks. See serviced apartments for relocation for longer bookings.

When to visit Ha'il

Wikipedia classes Hail's climate as hot desert, with hot summers and cool winters with frequent frosts. It says the climate is somewhat milder than in other Saudi cities because of the higher altitude.

Wikipedia mentions two annual events, the Hail Desert Life Festival and the Hail Rally, the latter described as the first car rally in Saudi Arabia.

Wikipedia notes that Hail is largely agricultural, with significant grain, date and fruit production. For other Saudi cities, see Riyadh, Buraydah or the Saudi Arabia page, and for the format, what is an aparthotel.

Long-stay tips for Ha'il

Of the 6 properties here, 4 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 1 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 6 include some form of housekeeping and 5 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.

3 properties list a full kitchen and 3 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 49 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 Ha'il?

Around Qishlah Fortress and Barzan Souk for the city centre and heritage, near A'arif Fort for views, or by As-Samra mountain for its park and evening lights.

How do I get from the airport to Ha'il?

Wikivoyage says the airport is 10 km south of the city centre. Uber and Careem operate in the city and car rental desks are at the airport.

Is there a train to Ha'il?

Yes. Wikipedia says the Riyadh–Qurayyat railway, operated by Saudi Arabia Railways, serves Hail, and Wikivoyage places the station about 15 km north of the centre.

What is there to see near Ha'il?

Wikipedia describes UNESCO-listed rock art at Jubbah, about 90 km north-west of the city, and Wikivoyage lists A'arif Fort.

How many aparthotels are there in Ha'il?

We currently list 6 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Ha'il.

Do aparthotels in Ha'il have kitchens?

6 of the 6 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Ha'il have a washing machine?

4 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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