Radisson Blu Hotel and Convention Centre, Riyadh Minhal sits on King Abdulaziz Road in the Al Wizarat district, a central part of Riyadh that is well connected by road and metro. It has 226 rooms in seven room types, from superior and premium rooms to executive rooms and suites, an outdoor pool, a gym, a restaurant, a coffee shop and a terrace. It is a practical, comfortable choice for visitors who want a full-service hotel with convention facilities at a more moderate level than the five-star towers of Olaya, and it suits business travellers, families and anyone who wants good value and easy transport links.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Al Wizarat, with GOSI metro station about a six-minute walk away, which gives access to the wider network without needing a car. By road, Riyadh Zoo is a few minutes away, King Abdullah Park is a short drive and Al Faisaliyah Tower in Olaya is around five minutes by car in light traffic.
The National Museum of Saudi Arabia and the Al Batha market are within roughly ten kilometres, so taxis and ride-hailing apps make the older parts of the city easy to reach, while Diriyah lies further to the north-west. King Khalid International Airport is about a thirty-five to forty minute drive, and an airport shuttle can be arranged on request for a charge.
The rooms and facilities
The seven room types range from superior and deluxe rooms to junior suites, executive suites and one-bedroom suites, which gives families and longer-stay guests useful choice. Rooms have air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has an outdoor pool and a gym, a restaurant serving meals through the day, a coffee shop and a terrace, along with a hair salon, laundry and dry cleaning.
Free self parking is available, as are valet and extended parking options, and a limousine service and car rental desk help with onward travel. Babysitting is available for an extra charge, which is welcome for parents. Alcohol is not served in Saudi Arabia, so evenings revolve around coffee, tea and food.
Good to know
Check-in begins in the afternoon and check-out is at noon, with early check-in and late check-out available for a fee, subject to availability. Breakfast is offered as a buffet that may carry a surcharge, so compare rates with and without it. The hotel includes convention facilities, so on days with large events it can be busier around the lobby and restaurant. Prices rise during Riyadh Season and big events, so book early for winter visits.
Who it suits
This is a good base for travellers who want a reliable full-service hotel with free parking and easy metro access, particularly if you are driving or planning to use the metro for the city. It works well for families, thanks to the choice of suites and the pool, and for business visitors, thanks to the convention centre and central location.
If you want a landmark tower address with a spa and a mall attached, look at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah or the Four Seasons at Kingdom Centre. If you want a tight budget base on the main Olaya street, the ibis is an alternative. For a quieter garden retreat, consider the Ritz-Carlton.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Gym
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Coffee shop and terrace
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Convention facilities
- ✓Airport shuttle on request
Good questions
Is it close to the metro?+
A metro station (GOSI) is about a six-minute walk away.
Is parking free?+
Free self parking is available, along with valet and extended parking options. Confirm details when you book.
Does it have a pool?+
Yes, there is an outdoor pool, plus a gym, a restaurant and a coffee shop.
