Al Safwah Orchid vs Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah: which is closer to Masjid al-Haram?
Al Safwah Orchid is a 1-minute walk (25 m) from Masjid al-Haram, and Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah is 1 min (45 m). Both are about the same distance. Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah has the higher guest rating (9.4/10 on Booking.com). The two hotels are about 50 m apart.
In short
- Better rated: Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah (9.4/10)
- Usually cheaper: Al Safwah Orchid
- Both are in Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower), about 50 m apart.
Side-by-side comparison
| Al Safwah Orchid | Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah | |
|---|---|---|
| Walk to the Haram | 1 min | 1 min |
| To the mosque's nearest edge | 25 m | 45 m |
| From the Kaaba | 313 m | 359 m |
| District | Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower) | Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower) |
| Stars | ★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Guest rating (Booking.com) | 7.8/10 | 9.4/10 |
| Reviews | 2,592 | 5,760 |
| Usual price / night | $164–$469 | $201–$418 |
Walking minutes are estimates to the mosque's nearest edge at a normal pace. Prices are the usual nightly range before taxes (an estimate) and can change at the provider.
Which one suits you?
- Choose Al Safwah Orchid if you want the usually lower price.
- Choose Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah if guest rating matters most to you.
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FAQ
Which is closer to Masjid al-Haram, Al Safwah Orchid or Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah?
Both are about a 1-minute walk.
Which has better guest reviews?
Al Safwah Orchid: 7.8/10 (2,592 reviews); Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah: 9.4/10 (5,760 reviews) on Booking.com.
Which is cheaper?
Usually Al Safwah Orchid is $164–$469 and Al Ghufran Safwah Hotel Makkah $201–$418 a night before taxes. Prices for your dates can differ, so compare before you book.
How far apart are the two hotels?
About 50 m in a straight line.
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Data: hotel locations and walking minutes from Umrah Walk, guest ratings from Booking.com. Last updated: 2026-10-23