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JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf

4.0 star property

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Restaurant
Presidential Suite | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Lobby
Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Olaya Street, Riyadh, Riyadh, 12241
  • Place, Al Faisaliyah Tower
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Olaya Towers
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Localizer Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Riyadh (RUH-King Khaled Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Superior King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Superior Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Senior Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Senior Suite

  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Presidential Suite

  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf

Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference centre, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Change of towels is available on request
JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf offers 276 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and a safe. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Riyadh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
During your stay at JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf, you're just a quick walk from Al Faisaliyah Tower. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free valet parking and self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat include a coffee shop and a restaurant
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, 9 meeting rooms and a conference centre
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Al Faisaliyah Tower and King Fahad National Library
JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Business amenities include 9 meeting rooms and coworking spaces.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 111 square feet (10 square metres) and includes a conference centre. The business-friendly JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf also features spa services, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Riyadh hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: SAR 86 for adults and SAR 86 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (111 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for SAR 182.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately SAR 86 for adults and from SAR 86 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: SAR 182.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 10002565

We should mention

  • Couples who want to share a room are obligated to provide proof of marriage.
  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Saudi Ministry of Tourism.

JOUDYAN Olaya Riyadh By Elaf Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 124 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Big mall and other eateries very near. Nice hotel, great staff, comfy rooms, spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

raoul antoun

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff and good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes, the room was very nice an the staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXCELLENT location, 3-4 minutes walk to nearest metro station, many nice around, 10 minutes walk to tahalia str for restaurants Professional and smiling welcoming at reception The bed was so comfortable Excellent breakfast menu
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good clean hotel with a good service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
tiny room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel. Great location, nice rooms, excellent breakfast. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff Clean Near to shopping mall Near to metro station Have perfect location in Olaya street
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ELLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Elegant room, quiet, and complimentary fruits and Saudi sweets/coffee. Very central location in Riyadh
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gaston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Locaton and good hotel

All went fine as usual. Great location. Good buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel , best area and personal very educated.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Hani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location with good location dining options and access to metro. Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Almuez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent area And you have no problem getting a round
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Saif Elyzal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was very friendly and they allow us to do late checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abdallah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First time at Joudyan.

Really impressive hotel for what may be a local brand. Buffet on the ground floor is good as well for 89 SAR for dinner and also plenty of options for break fast. Will repeat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, no issues
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Camille Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i have been travelling to Riyadh for last 4 years and the first time trying Joudyan and i must say it wins hands down as the best hotel i have stayed in the city. great location for excellent restaurants in Tahlia St; ease of travel (relative) to airport and CBD. Room very comfortable. Nice pool; will try sauna next time InshAllah.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Kei

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The chair makes Weid nose and took housekeeping few days to fix it but other than it is comfortable stay
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sheeren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff accommodated traveler with disability. Mr. Hatem, Yahya, Younis Khan were all excellent in customer service and making this a pleasant stay in Riyadh, along with a fantastic housekeeping staff dedicated to cleanliness and the best customer service and hospitality in Riyadh. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ibrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property Resturant used caned fruits at breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Samy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The senior management including the chef do not hesitate to stop by and offer whether we need anything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

AKIHIRO

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was not helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025