Title: Verta Hotel Al Mahabas - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Verta Hotel Al Mahabas Hotel with free parking, near Great Mosque of Makkah ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119270000/119262500/119262469/c6668561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119270000/119262500/119262469/a485a36d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119270000/119262500/119262469/b8ca87ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119270000/119262500/119262469/a7579266.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119270000/119262500/119262469/2946aae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Verta Hotel Al Mahabas provides laundry facilities and more. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMakkah-Hotels-Verta-Hotel-Al-Mahabas.h119262469.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMakkah-Hotels-Verta-Hotel-Al-Mahabas.h119262469.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C21.42028%2C39.84828&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ghKwgHQ6RsKRU08BjVE--9snQwQ=) Mahbas jin, Alaziziyah,, Makkah, 24235 #### What's nearby - Great Mosque of Makkah - 2 min drive - 2.2 km - Kaaba - 2 min drive - 2.5 km - Well of Zamzam - 2 min drive - 2.5 km - Faqih Mosque - 2 min drive - 2.2 km - Safa and Marwah - 2 min drive - 2.2 km #### Getting around - Makkah Station - 16 min drive - King Abdulaziz Intl. Airport (JED) - 76 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪AlBaik | البيك - ‬3 min drive - ‪M Hotel Al Dana Makkah By Millennium - ‬3 min drive - ‪kanaat turkish restourant - ‬18 min walk - ‪الطازج - ‬19 min walk - ‪Barn's - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Verta Hotel Al Mahabas Hotel near Great Mosque of Makkah Verta Hotel Al Mahabas provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator Room features All 100 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: SAR 40 per person ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers ### Guest 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. - 3 accessible parking spaces - Elevator - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in hallways - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchairs on site ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:30 PM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 1:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately SAR 40 per person 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, debit cards, and cash Property Registration Number 10009609 ### We should mention Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Verta Hotel Al Mahabas pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Verta Hotel Al Mahabas ? > As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Verta Hotel Al Mahabas on Nov 20, 2025 start from CA $227.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Makkah-Hotels-Verta-Hotel-Al-Mahabas.h119262469.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Verta Hotel Al Mahabas ? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Verta Hotel Al Mahabas ? > Check-out is at 12:30 PM. ### Where is Verta Hotel Al Mahabas located? > Located in Al Aziziyah, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Sheikh Abdul Aziz Ibn Baz Mosque, Great Mosque of Makkah, and Kaaba. Al-Salam Gate and Well of Zamzam are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question