Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Northern Ring Road is a mid-range business and leisure hotel on Olaya Street in the Al Murooj district, close to the Northern Ring Road. It has 197 rooms, an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, a restaurant, a coffee shop, a terrace and a garden, with free WiFi in every room and free self parking. Room types run from standard king and twin rooms to city-view deluxe and superior rooms, a family room and one-bedroom business and premium suites of about 590 square feet. It is a dependable, well-reviewed choice for travellers who want chain-hotel reliability in the entertainment district without paying luxury prices.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the Al Murooj area, about a ten-minute walk from the Al Murooj metro station, which gives you a car-free way to reach other parts of the city. Azizia Mall is a walk of around a quarter of an hour, Riyadh Gallery is a short drive, and King Saud University is a few minutes away by car.
King Khaled International Airport is about twenty-five minutes by road, and the hotel can arrange an airport shuttle on request for a fee. For Diriyah, the Edge of the World and the old centre, taxis and ride-hailing apps are the easiest option, and the front desk can help with tour bookings.
Rooms and who it suits
The rooms are modern and practical, and the family room and suites give extra space for longer stays. The indoor pool is a welcome retreat in the hottest months, and the 24-hour gym suits early risers and late arrivals. There is no spa, so it is better for travellers who want a pool, a workout and a good night’s sleep than for those who want treatments.
Business travellers will appreciate the business centre, the three meeting rooms and the conference space, while couples and small families will find the location convenient for malls, restaurants and the entertainment district. Free cribs are available on request, and extra beds carry a charge.
Good to know
A buffet breakfast is served in the morning for a fee, so compare rates that include it. Check-in starts mid-afternoon and check-out is at noon, with express check-out available. Guests must be at least eighteen to check in, a government-issued photo ID and a payment card or cash deposit may be required, and the hotel asks couples to check its documentation rules, so read the policy before you travel.
Pets are not accepted, and free cancellation is offered on selected rates. Riyadh is warm for much of the year and most comfortable from roughly November to March, when events push rates up, so book early. If you are travelling on a tight schedule, this hotel is a good compromise between the luxury towers on Olaya and the simpler budget options.
Why stay here
- ✓Indoor pool
- ✓24-hour gym
- ✓Restaurant and coffee shop
- ✓Terrace and garden
- ✓Business centre and meeting rooms
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Free WiFi in all rooms
- ✓Airport shuttle on request for a fee
Good questions
Is there a metro station nearby?+
Al Murooj station is about a ten-minute walk from the hotel.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, there is an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. No spa is listed.
How far is the airport?+
King Khaled International Airport is about twenty-five minutes by road, and a shuttle is available on request for a fee.
