Location. The Marriott Riyadh hotel is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, five kilometres from the old city, and 10 kilometres from the souk markets. Hotel Features. This six-storey hotel combines modern architecture with traditional Arabic touches. The health club and spa offers an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and fitness equipment. Beauty services and massage treatments are also available. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can offer currency exchange, tour assistance and the use of a safe-deposit box and 24-hour room service is available. The air- conditioned public areas have high-speed wireless Internet access (surcharge) and complimentary newspapers are on offer in the lobby. There is complimentary valet parking.

The Mosaic Mediterranean Restaurant serves Mediterranean specialities and international dishes in a bright, contemporary setting. Al Nassau Grill, located just off the lobby, serves barbecue and the Atrium Café offers light meals throughout the day.

The hotel has a business centre and 25 meeting rooms are available, offering 5,000 square metres of space.

Aerobics classes are offered in the health club. There is also a children's playroom, and tennis courts on site.

Guestrooms. The 389 guestrooms have traditional decor and furnishings with Arabic touches. All are equipped with satellite television, air conditioning and high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Other standard amenities include complimentary bottled water, minibars, and coffee/teamakers. Complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers are all provided.

Expert Tip. Dira Souk, 10 kilometres from the Mariott Riyadh, offers a flavour of traditional Arabic life with handicrafts and antiques from all over the Middle East.

Room Types:

Standard Room:   One king bed or one double bed with down comforter. City view. Located on floors 3-6. Arabian-style decor. High-speed Internet port (surcharge). Cable/satellite television. Telephone with complimentary local calls. Complimentary daily newspaper. Coffee and tea facilities, minibar, and complimentary bottled water. Bathroom with shower/tub combination and scales. Bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryer. Iron and ironing board.

Driving Directions: From King Khaled International Airport (RUH): Distance to Marriott Riyadh hotel is 37 kilometres, approximately 30 minutes' drive.

Getting there. Guests can take a taxi from the airport to the hotel; the fare should be around 20 USD.

Getting around. A car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area.