Swissotel Makkah vs Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah: which is closer to Masjid al-Haram?
Swissotel Makkah is a 1-minute walk (25 m) from Masjid al-Haram, and Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah is 2 min (141 m). Swissotel Makkah is closer. Swissotel Makkah has the higher guest rating (8.9/10 on Booking.com). The two hotels are about 270 m apart.
In short
- Closer: Swissotel Makkah (1 min)
- Better rated: Swissotel Makkah (8.9/10)
- Usually cheaper: Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
- Both are in Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower), about 270 m apart.
Side-by-side comparison
| Swissotel Makkah | Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah | |
|---|---|---|
| Walk to the Haram | 1 min | 2 min |
| To the mosque's nearest edge | 25 m | 141 m |
| From the Kaaba | 305 m | 521 m |
| District | Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower) | Abraj Al Bait (Clock Tower) |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ |
| Guest rating (Booking.com) | 8.9/10 | 8.7/10 |
| Reviews | 22,596 | 25,366 |
| Usual price / night | $270–$696 | $245–$679 |
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 Swissotel Makkah if you want the shortest walk to the mosque, guest rating matters most to you.
- Choose Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah if you want the usually lower price.
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FAQ
Which is closer to Masjid al-Haram, Swissotel Makkah or Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah?
Swissotel Makkah: a 1-minute walk (25 m), against 2 min for Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah.
Which has better guest reviews?
Swissotel Makkah: 8.9/10 (22,596 reviews); Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah: 8.7/10 (25,366 reviews) on Booking.com.
Which is cheaper?
Usually Swissotel Makkah is $270–$696 and Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah $245–$679 a night before taxes. Prices for your dates can differ, so compare before you book.
How far apart are the two hotels?
About 270 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