The second-holiest city in Saudi Arabia is liked by travelers for various reasons. Madinah is the city that offered Prophet Muhammad PBUH a refuge when he migrated from Makkah. The city is also known for being a center of Islamic history and culture.

Madinah is home to a variety of hotels offering comfortable stays close to the sacred Prophet’s Mosque. The hotel offers a range of options, from economical three-star properties to luxurious four and five-star accommodations. Each hotel offers a perfect balance between proximity and amenities. 

Below is a clear and detailed review of each Nusuk-registered hotel to help you choose the right accommodation for your pilgrimage experience. It is to be noted that, according to the new Umrah rules, only Nusuk-registered hotels can lead to visa approval. 

Retaj Al Rawda Hotel

This three-star property is about a 15-20 minute walk (920 meters) from Al‑Masjid al‑Nabawi. Retaj Al Rawda offers basic but comfortable accommodations. All rooms are well-furnished for a comfortable stay. The 112 rooms include air conditioning, satellite TV, bathtubs or showers, electric kettles, hairdryers, and free toiletries. Guests have access to complimentary private parking, a 24‑hour reception in English and Arabic, laundry services and a small on‑site restaurant. The property is centrally located within walking distance of local sights like the Hejaz Railway Museum. Nearby attractions include Qiblatain Mosque and Mount Uhud. The ideal location makes it easy for guests to book a ride or access local transport and explore various attractions in Madinah. 

Nusk Al Eiman (Nusk Al Madinah)

The four-star hotel in Madinah is a well-known hotel. The property is famous for its ideal location, comprehensive amenities, and friendly staff. This hotel lies approximately 150 m from the Prophet’s Mosque. The short distance makes Nusk Al Eiman easy for elderly pilgrims and families with kids to attend prayers and return to the hotel during prayer breaks. It features modern rooms equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TVs, minibars, safes, irons, and hairdryers. Services include free Wi‑Fi, 24‑hour front desk, elevator access, laundry, and a restaurant. The hotel allows easy access to nearby malls and central Madinah attractions.

Concorde Dar Al Khair

This three-star hotel sits just a few steps from the mosque’s entrance. The ideal location enables pilgrims, particularly the elderly, to reach the mosque and return to the hotel during prayer breaks and for meals. Guests stay in air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, flat‑screen TVs, kettles, free Wi‑Fi, daily housekeeping and 24‑hour reception. Available services include luggage storage, business centre, paid parking, shoeshine and room service. The on‑site restaurant serves throughout the day, offering a convenient dining option. Guests staying in the hotel can easily access local transport or book rides to explore the various attractions in Madinah. The hotel is registered on Nusuk; this registration ensures that it follows the set standard to provide an enhanced experience to pilgrims.  

New Madinah Hotel

This three-star property features 207 luxe-style rooms and suites located south of the Holy Mosque and close to Al‑Baqi Cemetery. All rooms include air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, bathtub, shower, hairdryer, bathrobes and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a separate bathroom with free toiletries. The hotel has an on-site restaurant. Dining is offered at Al Salam Restaurant, which serves an international buffet breakfast, local halal meals and beverages. The hotel also has free Wi‑Fi, free parking, a business centre, meeting facilities, laundry services and a 24‑hour front desk.

Diyar Al Hijaz Al Diamond Hotel

The hotel is also referred to as Diyar Al Hijra or Diyar Al Madinah. This three-star option is within about a ten-minute walk of the Prophet’s Mosque. The hotel provides essential services such as free Wi‑Fi, a 24‑hour front desk, laundry access, elevator, and in-room amenities like refrigerators and hairdryers. It is recommended for travelers seeking a simple stay close to the mosque.

Final Thought

With the update in Umrah rules, it is now crucial to book registered hotels for Umrah pilgrims. The hotels that are registered on Nusuk are only to be added to Umrah packages. Makkah and Madinah have thousands of hotels, some of which are registered on Nusuk and others are about to register. It is important to make sure the hotels added in your Umrah itinerary are registered on Nusuk. Makkah and Madinah hotels are designed to offer the best and comfortable Umrah services to the guests of Allah. 

These Madinah hotels offer a range of accommodations suitable for different traveler priorities. Retaj Al Rawda offers mid-range value just beyond the Prophet's Mosque. Nusk Al Eiman offers four‑star comfort in immediate proximity. Concorde Dar Al Khair and New Madinah Hotel deliver reliable mid‑range to upper‑mid‑range stays with good dining options. For travelers seeking basic yet functional lodging steps away from holy sites, Diyar Al Hijaz Al Diamond Hotel is a solid pick. Each choice ensures a respectful and convenient pilgrimage experience.