
Axel’s take
Warm hospitality and strong breakfasts make this a good pick—if you can manage the hill.
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Axel’s rating: 8.4/10 · a five-star pilgrimage hotel near the Haram, with an uphill return walk
Tilal Jabal Al Kabah, formerly Shaza Makkah, is a five-star pilgrimage hotel within walking distance of the Haram. It's a strong pick for travelers who want comfortable accommodation without staying in the Clock Towers. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, varied breakfast and generally clean rooms. The hotel's gym and kids' club add practical appeal for longer family stays.
The main compromise is access: guests commonly describe roughly a ten-minute walk, with an uphill return that can be tiring after prayers. A free shuttle helps, but confirm its current timetable rather than assuming continuous service. Entry-level rooms are compact for a five-star, and some guests report housekeeping requests needing follow-up. A July 2026 guest also reported construction in front of the hotel; check the current pedestrian route. We'd skip it for anyone needing effortless, level access to the mosque.
- Rooms
- Comfortable overall; the hotel lists entry-level Deluxe rooms at around 22 square meters.
- Cleanliness
- Strong overall feedback, with occasional housekeeping lapses rather than a consistent cleanliness problem.
- Service
- Warm welcomes are a recurring strength; some requests require a reminder.
- Amenities
- The hotel advertises a gym, spa and kids' club; guests particularly praise breakfast.
- Fees and surprises
- Parking is charged and breakfast depends on the booking; Expedia lists check-in from 6 p.m., so confirm arrival arrangements.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
The location
7569 Jabal Al Kaabah, Mecca
Walkable to the Haram, but the return slope matters for guests with limited mobility.
Amenities and check-in
The hotel advertises a gym, spa and kids' club; guests particularly praise breakfast.
Check-in
after 4:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- Kids club
- Children's playground
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Cafe
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Tilal Jabal Al Kabah — Makkah, Mecca Region, Saudi Arabia
Tilal Jabal Al Kabah is a five-star pilgrimage hotel near the Haram, with an uphill return walk in Makkah, Mecca Region, Saudi Arabia.
Address: 7569 Jabal Al Kaabah, Mecca. Property ID: 1097135.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/makkah-mecca-region/tilal-jabal-al-kabah-1097135
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
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| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights | $580 | $796 on Booking.com | $216 less (27%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
| Dec 22 to Dec 24, 2026 · 2 nights | $459 | $619 on Booking.com | $160 less (26%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Total price: $481 USD
2026-11-09 to 2026-11-12 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-11-06 | $189 for 1 night · 2 nights $348 · up to 6 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $159 for 1 night · 2 nights $318 · up to 5 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $159 for 1 night · 2 nights $310 · up to 4 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $151 for 1 night · 2 nights $302 · up to 3 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $151 for 1 night · 2 nights $330 |
| 2026-11-11 | $179 for 1 night |
| 2026-11-13 | $304 for 1 night · 2 nights $462 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $158 for 1 night · 2 nights $316 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $158 for 1 night · 2 nights $309 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $151 for 1 night · 2 nights $302 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $151 for 1 night · 2 nights $315 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $164 for 1 night · 2 nights $359 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $195 for 1 night · 2 nights $421 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $226 for 1 night · 2 nights $381 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $310 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $319 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $164 for 1 night · 2 nights $367 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $203 for 1 night · 2 nights $444 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $241 for 1 night · 2 nights $545 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $304 for 1 night · 2 nights $597 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $293 for 1 night · 2 nights $448 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $310 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $310 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $356 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $201 for 1 night · 2 nights $401 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $200 for 1 night · 2 nights $370 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $397 · up to 13 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $227 for 1 night · 2 nights $382 · up to 12 nights priced |
| 2026-12-05 | $155 for 1 night · 2 nights $310 · up to 11 nights priced |
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Axel's take: 8.4/10
Warm hospitality and strong breakfasts make this a good pick—if you can manage the hill. a five-star pilgrimage hotel near the Haram, with an uphill return walk, scored for what it is.
Tilal Jabal Al Kabah, formerly Shaza Makkah, is a five-star pilgrimage hotel within walking distance of the Haram. It's a strong pick for travelers who want comfortable accommodation without staying in the Clock Towers. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, varied breakfast and generally clean rooms. The hotel's gym and kids' club add practical appeal for longer family stays.
The main compromise is access: guests commonly describe roughly a ten-minute walk, with an uphill return that can be tiring after prayers. A free shuttle helps, but confirm its current timetable rather than assuming continuous service. Entry-level rooms are compact for a five-star, and some guests report housekeeping requests needing follow-up. A July 2026 guest also reported construction in front of the hotel; check the current pedestrian route. We'd skip it for anyone needing effortless, level access to the mosque.
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Best for: Umrah travelers comfortable walking uphill; families wanting a kids' club; travelers who prioritize breakfast and hospitality
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Watch out for: uphill return from the Haram; compact entry-level rooms; reported nearby construction; confirm access
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Location: Walkable to the Haram, but the return slope matters for guests with limited mobility.
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Rooms: Comfortable overall; the hotel lists entry-level Deluxe rooms at around 22 square meters.
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Cleanliness: Strong overall feedback, with occasional housekeeping lapses rather than a consistent cleanliness problem.
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Service: Warm welcomes are a recurring strength; some requests require a reminder.
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Amenities: The hotel advertises a gym, spa and kids' club; guests particularly praise breakfast.
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Fees and surprises: Parking is charged and breakfast depends on the booking; Expedia lists check-in from 6 p.m., so confirm arrival arrangements.
Axel's opinion of Tilal Jabal Al Kabah, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About Tilal Jabal Al Kabah
- Property type: Hotel
- 5-star hotel
- Shaza Hotels Ltd.
- 7569 Jabal Al Kaabah, Mecca
- Amenities: Kids club, Children's playground, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Cafe, Sauna, Spa (extra charge), Parking, Parking nearby, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi, Kitchen, Business center
- Check-in from: 16:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Makkah, Mecca Region
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Partial Haram View Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Deluxe Partial Haram View Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Partial Haram View Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Partial Haram View Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Room features: Fridge
- Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds) — room photo 2
Deluxe Partial Haram View Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Deluxe Partial Haram View Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Partial Haram View Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
Disability Access Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Disability Access Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Disability Access Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Disability Access Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Grand Deluxe Triple room
Grand Deluxe Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Grand Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Grand Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Grand Deluxe Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Family Quadruple room
- Family Quadruple room — room photo 1
- Family Quadruple room — room photo 2
- Family Quadruple room — room photo 3
Quadruple Junior Suite with city view
- Room features: Fridge
- Quadruple Junior Suite with city view — room photo 1
- Quadruple Junior Suite with city view — room photo 2
Double Junior Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Junior Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Junior Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Junior Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double Junior Suite with city view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Junior Suite with city view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Junior Suite with city view (full double bed) — room photo 2
1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Panoramic Haram View Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Panoramic Haram View Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Panoramic Haram View Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
Tiara Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Tiara Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Tiara Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Tiara Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Tiara Panoramic Haram View Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Tiara Panoramic Haram View Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Tiara Panoramic Haram View Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Tiara Panoramic Haram View Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
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