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Novotel Riyadh Sahafa

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A modern interior with a central reception area, multiple seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with natural light. - Novotel Riyadh Sahafa (Riyadh)
A modern hotel with a grid-like facade, illuminated windows, and a prominent sign at the top. - Novotel Riyadh Sahafa (Riyadh)
A modern conference room with round tables, chairs, and a large glass wall offering a view of the outside. - Novotel Riyadh Sahafa (Riyadh)
A modern gym with cardio machines, weight stations, and a bench. - Novotel Riyadh Sahafa (Riyadh)
A reception area with two receptionists, a yellow chair, a large screen, and a wall with a vertical garden. - Novotel Riyadh Sahafa (Riyadh)
At Novotel Riyadh Sahafa, you can look forward to 2 coffee shops/cafes, laundry facilities, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of the city.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in As Sahafah, a neighborhood in Riyadh, Novotel Riyadh Sahafa is near the airport and near a metro station. Al Ajlan Art Gallery and Abstract Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Diriyah Flagpole and Ancient Diriyah. Beast Land and Boulevard World are also worth visiting. Visit our Riyadh travel guide
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13321 Olaya Street as Sahafa District, Riyadh

What's nearby

  • A cityscape at sunset with modern skyscrapers and a dense urban layout.
    The Boulevard Riyadh
    8 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Boulevard World
    6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Riyadh Park Mall
    7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Winter Wonderland
    7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • King Saud University
    9 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Group Station
    7 min walk
  • Riyadh Station
    21 min drive
  • King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • دوك قهوة مختصة
    8 min walk
  • Wo'ool
    10 min walk
  • Three Café
    11 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Sum things صم ثنجز
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; SAR 120 for adults and SAR 60 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (42 inches high)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (44 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Built in 2024
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for SAR 115.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately SAR 120 for adults and SAR 60 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: SAR 172.50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: SAR 115.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 10008203

We should mention

Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Saudi Ministry of Tourism.

Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Riyadh Sahafa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Novotel Riyadh Sahafa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Novotel Riyadh Sahafa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Novotel Riyadh Sahafa?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Novotel Riyadh Sahafa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of SAR 172.50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Novotel Riyadh Sahafa located?

Located in As Sahafah, this hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Al Ajlan Art Gallery and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Kingdom Hospital. Beast Land and Boulevard World are also within 6 mi (10 km). Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Group Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Novotel Riyadh Sahafa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent, and every staff member I interacted with was very helpful and friendly. This hotel is exceptionally clean and has a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very Nice room. Very Courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean modern room, with all the amenities needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for three nights with two kids. The staff are next-level humble and accommodating. A level of hospitality that is unmatched. I highly recommend Novotel Sahafa to any family. The reception was incredibly accommodating when I forgot my passport at the airport and it is hugely appreciated. Thank you all very much for the wonderful hospitality and your generosity
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Ruslan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, only issue was with frigde that was not working. They replaced immediately but new one also not working. AC system I think still needs some improvement as it cannot refresh the air inside the room. Apart from that overall hotel was clean, new and staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is new and very good. Staff are hospitable and trying so hard. It was super crowded all the time which made breakfast a very difficult experience at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 It seemed like it’s always busy, the lobby was always busy as well and very noisy. The place around the hotel is full of construction sites and high makes the walkability almost impossible. It the weekend thing got a lot more quieter and the staff were like completely different people with less people to handle.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Yezed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LILIANA Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply amazing, easy parking, helpful staff, love the lobby coffee lounge. The room was nice and clean. Only con is the coffee system, a Nespresso machine would have been perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ibrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel - great price point
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fahad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for what you pay
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good a part from swimming

Everything was really good apart from the fact there is no where to swim as the pool is men only….
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

KP

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I would not go back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

FAHAD

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room what I take it was not what I book Room was big mess I don’t it dirt in carpet or burn hotel not worth 4 stars and this price per night Staff is friendly helpful but don’t have experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Reto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Disliked: Amenities
I booked this hotel to use the pool for exercise as shown on the site. I was told it’s for men only. With the current 2030 vision towards global tourism, this was incredibly disappointing! As an American woman dedicated to building long term business within KSA I will say that even with my deep cultural understanding and appreciation this will not attract tourists from America. Even the staff said they were disappointed in the ownership remaining under strict segregation rules while the rest of Riyadh is transitioning in the direction and wishes of His Royal Highness. Bottom line, if you’re a woman visiting Riyadh, this hotel should be a hard no!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fahad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
رائع جدا مكان واستقبال وتعاون موظفين والاهم النظافة والقرب من الأماكن المعتادة والسعر مناسب
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Basheer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel ever
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abdalrahman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pape Mahmoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles Bestens! Mein Lieblingshotel für simple Aufenthalte.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zülfikar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tüm personel güleryüzlü ve yardımcı oluyor. Özellikle toplantım geç bitti ve odayı esnek kullanmak istediğimde çalışanların hepsi destek oldu. Özellikle Misfer isimli arkadaşa ayrıca çok teşekkür ediyorum.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
La piscine était en rénovation. C'est la raison du choix de cet hotel. Cela aurait du être signalé
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zülfikar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hersey mükemmeldi, Ayşe ve resepsiyondaki diğer arkadaşlara teşekkürler
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zülfikar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Otel ve çalışan herken çok güleryüzlüydü, Ayşe ve diğer tüm çalışanlar çok ilgiliydi bize hep yardımcı oldu ayrıca Riyadh gezisi için önerilerimizi sorduğumuzda bize popüler yerler konusunda destek oldu. Odalar tertemiz ve Riyadh ta sürekli kaldığım bir otel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Murat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal war sehr sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Besser geht es nicht. Es war sehr sauber und die Ausstattung ist neu und modern. Wir hatten ein Superior Zimmer. Trotz vieler Baustellen in der Umgebung, war es nicht sehr laut im Zimmer. Der Standort des Hotels ist gut. Ohne Mietwagen oder Uber kommt man sowieso nicht zurecht in Riyadh. Allerdings gibt es in der Nähe des Hotels eine Bahnstation, sodass man diese doch einige Male sinnvoll nutzen kann. Das Frühstück war sehr lecker und hat viel Auswahl geboten. Wenn ich einen kleinen Minuspunkt geben müsste, dann nur weil am letzten Tag vergessen wurde das Zimmer zu reinigen. Ich vermute da ist etwas schief gegangen.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025