Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel vs Raffles Makkah Palace: which is closer to Masjid al-Haram?
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel is a 2-minute walk (105 m) from Masjid al-Haram, and Raffles Makkah Palace is 1 min (25 m). Raffles Makkah Palace is closer. Raffles Makkah Palace has the higher guest rating (9.2/10 on Booking.com). The two hotels are about 130 m apart.
In short
- Closer: Raffles Makkah Palace (1 min)
- Better rated: Raffles Makkah Palace (9.2/10)
- Usually cheaper: Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
- Both are in Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower), about 130 m apart.
Side-by-side comparison
| Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel | Raffles Makkah Palace | |
|---|---|---|
| Walk to the Haram | 2 min | 1 min |
| To the mosque's nearest edge | 105 m | 25 m |
| From the Kaaba | 456 m | 325 m |
| District | Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower) | Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower) |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Guest rating (Booking.com) | 8.8/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Reviews | 17,534 | 2,323 |
| Usual price / night | $334–$802 | $577–$946 |
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 Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel if you want the usually lower price.
- Choose Raffles Makkah Palace if you want the shortest walk to the mosque, guest rating matters most to you.
Check prices for your dates
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel
2 min · Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower)
FAQ
Which is closer to Masjid al-Haram, Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel or Raffles Makkah Palace?
Raffles Makkah Palace: a 1-minute walk (25 m), against 2 min for Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel.
Which has better guest reviews?
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel: 8.8/10 (17,534 reviews); Raffles Makkah Palace: 9.2/10 (2,323 reviews) on Booking.com.
Which is cheaper?
Usually Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel is $334–$802 and Raffles Makkah Palace $577–$946 a night before taxes. Prices for your dates can differ, so compare before you book.
How far apart are the two hotels?
About 130 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