Lotaz Hotel Suites

Rooms and decor

The suites are the reason to book. Reviewers mention room size more than anything else — these are roomy, apartment-style units with a small kitchen (stove, fridge and microwave), which makes them a genuine fit for a family or a medium-length stay where you want to cook for yourself. The air-con cools well, the hot water works reliably, the beds are comfortable, and Wi-Fi is free. The honest caveat: some reviews say parts of the building need extra maintenance, so condition can vary room to room.

Food and amenities

There's a fitness room, a shared lounge, free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout. Breakfast is served, and reviews note there are Western options — though the obvious draw here is that you can just cook in your own suite kitchen. The thing guests single out most is the staff: communicative and flexible, with late checkout available until 16:00 if you ask. The one real gap is that there's no pool on site, so anyone set on a swim will need to walk to the Corniche or choose a different hotel.

Location and getting there

Al Salamah is a residential and business district where locals actually live, and it sits just 0.5km from the Jeddah Corniche — a 7- to 10-minute walk to the Red Sea promenade. Malls, cafes and a cinema are all close, and reviewers call the location very convenient. King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) is about 25km away.

Things to know before booking

Set expectations correctly and this is an easy win. There is no swimming pool in the building, so plan to use the Corniche if you want to swim. Some rooms need maintenance, so it's worth asking for a recently kept-up unit at booking. And this is space-and-value self-catering rather than a full-service property — you won't find luxury facilities here, which is exactly why the price stays sensible, from around $71 a night.

Our take

This is the pick for families and medium-length stayers who want a roomy suite with a kitchen on a modest budget. The standout 8.7/10 score reflects guests who didn't need luxury extras but did want space, a kitchen and real value — and got all three. Skip it if a pool or full-service luxury is non-negotiable; otherwise it's one of the more sensible bases in this district.