How Axel worksAxel $118 a night vs $123 on Expedia at Holiday Inn Riyadh-Olaya by IHG, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $5 a night less (4%). Seen Oct 8.
4-star hotel · Holiday Inn · Olaya Street, Riyadh
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Hotels in RiyadhAn established 4-star business hotel in central Olaya
8.0/10
A dependable Olaya business base, with helpful staff making up for dated interiors.
This established 4-star business hotel is a strong pick for central Riyadh if comfort and helpful service matter more than contemporary design. Booking.com and Expedia guests praise cleanliness and staff, while Tripadvisor adds plenty of positive feedback about the buffet and restaurant team. Spacious rooms, free parking, a gym and an outdoor pool make it a practical, well-rounded base rather than a luxury stay.
The main compromise is age: dated interiors recur across Booking.com, Trip.com and recent Expedia feedback, even when guests describe rooms as clean and comfortable. Parking can be tight, and the hotel specifies separate swimming hours for men and women. We'd skip it for a design-led getaway or unrestricted family pool time; for business trips, it delivers the essentials well.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$118 a night with Axel against $123 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $5 a night less (4%).
Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) · non-refundable
$5/night less than Expedia (4%)Rate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$113 a night with Axel against $118 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $5 a night less (4%).
Standard Double room with city view (full double bed) (king size bed, smoking) · non-refundable
$5/night less than Expedia (4%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$105 a night with Axel against $109 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $4 a night less (3%).
Standard Twin room with city view (twin beds) (smoking) · non-refundable
$4/night less than Expedia (3%)Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$190 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$108 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$143 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 19 to Jan 4, 2027 · 16 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 7
Sign up free to book this rate$145 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room with city view (full double bed) (king size bed, smoking) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 20 to Jan 4, 2027 · 15 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 7
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Axel $118 a night vs $123 on Expedia at Holiday Inn Riyadh-Olaya by IHG, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $5 a night less (4%). Seen Oct 8.
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A dependable Olaya business base, with helpful staff making up for dated interiors. An established 4-star business hotel in central Olaya, scored for what it is.
This established 4-star business hotel is a strong pick for central Riyadh if comfort and helpful service matter more than contemporary design. Booking.com and Expedia guests praise cleanliness and staff, while Tripadvisor adds plenty of positive feedback about the buffet and restaurant team. Spacious rooms, free parking, a gym and an outdoor pool make it a practical, well-rounded base rather than a luxury stay.
The main compromise is age: dated interiors recur across Booking.com, Trip.com and recent Expedia feedback, even when guests describe rooms as clean and comfortable. Parking can be tight, and the hotel specifies separate swimming hours for men and women. We'd skip it for a design-led getaway or unrestricted family pool time; for business trips, it delivers the essentials well.
Best for: Business travelers working around Olaya; Visitors prioritizing space and helpful service; Travelers comfortable with older interiors
Watch out for: Dated rooms and interiors; Separate pool hours for men and women; Parking can be tight
Location: Central Olaya base convenient for business offices and shopping; location earns strong guest feedback.
Rooms: Often praised for space and comfort, but interiors and facilities show their age.
Cleanliness: Generally a strength across booking sites, with recent praise for thorough housekeeping.
Service: Helpful reception, housekeeping and restaurant staff are the clearest recurring positives.
Amenities: Outdoor pool, gym, restaurants and meeting facilities; swimming follows gender-specific schedules.
Fees and surprises: Parking is complimentary; breakfast and airport transfers can cost extra depending on the booking.
Axel's opinion of Holiday Inn Riyadh-Olaya by IHG, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Holiday Inn Riyadh-Olaya by IHG within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $118 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) | $123 a night on Expedia | $5 a night less (4%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $113 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room with city view (full double bed) (king size bed, smoking) | $118 a night on Expedia | $5 a night less (4%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $105 a night · non-refundable · Standard Twin room with city view (twin beds) (smoking) | $109 a night on Expedia | $4 a night less (3%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $190 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $108 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 19 to Jan 4, 2027 · 16 nights · 1 adult | $143 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 7 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 20 to Jan 4, 2027 · 15 nights · 1 adult | $145 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room with city view (full double bed) (king size bed, smoking) | not seen | Seen Oct 7 | Sign up free to book |
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