Prepare Your Stay

For the high-achieving international business executive, flawless preparation is the cornerstone of a successful trip. Make the most of your visit to the Eastern Province with our practical travel guide. Our expert hospitality team understands your demanding schedule and offers highly personalised assistance to ensure your journey runs smoothly, allowing you to seamlessly combine business precision with luxury leisure.

 

Key Stay Details

Check-in	15:00
Check-out	12:00
Currency	The local currency is the Saudi Riyal (SAR).
Payment method	Major corporate credit cards are widely accepted at premium establishments.
Time Zone	GMT + 3 hours
Languages	Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken across hotel departments.
Taxes	Please note that Saudi Arabia applies a standard Value Added Tax (VAT) of 5% to all services.
Plug Type	Plug Type G is the standard throughout the Kingdom.

 

Business Traveller Essentials

We anticipate the unique needs of modern entrepreneurs and executives, providing the essential infrastructure to keep you connected, productive and focused on your corporate agenda:

• 24/7 Executive Business Centre: Access fully equipped private workstations at any time of day or night, making it easy to manage global time zones (GMT +3).
• Enterprise-Grade Wi-Fi: Complimentary high-speed, secure wireless internet is available across all suites, lounges and public spaces to ensure uninterrupted workflows.
• Printing & Courier Services: Our dedicated concierge team swiftly handles on-site secure printing, document binding and international courier dispatch services.
• Corporate Proximity: Strategically located in Al Khobar, the hotel offers convenient access to the Dhahran business district and Saudi Aramco headquarters. It is also just 120 km from Al Jubail, the Middle East’s largest industrial city.
• Corporate Gatherings: Planning to host partners or clients? Explore our world-class meetings & events venues, designed specifically for executive board meetings and high-level corporate summits.

 

Practical Travel Information

Arrival & Location

Navigating a new city should be effortless. Whether you arrive via the international airports in Dhahran, Riyadh or Jeddah, or travel from Riyadh using the modern railway system, the region is well connected. Premium taxis and car rentals are readily available; however, for greater convenience and efficiency, we recommend allowing our concierge team to arrange a private, chauffeured airport transfer directly to the hotel.

 

Visa Requirements

Ensuring that your travel documentation is in order is essential for a smooth arrival. The Immigration Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia requires entry visas for all international visitors, except GCC citizens. Should you require official documentation, invitation letters or general assistance with your business visa application, our knowledgeable Concierge Team will be pleased to assist.

 

Climate

Al Khobar has a classic desert climate, with hot conditions prevailing for most of the year and mild, occasional rainfall during autumn, winter and spring. We recommend checking the weather forecast shortly before departure so that you can pack accordingly and remain comfortable as you move between air-conditioned corporate venues and evening leisure experiences.

 

Business Etiquette in Saudi Arabia

Building trust and establishing strong professional relationships in the Kingdom requires an understanding of local cultural nuances and business etiquette:

• Working Week: The standard corporate working week in Saudi Arabia runs from Sunday to Thursday, with Friday and Saturday designated as the official weekend.
• Greetings: Firm handshakes are the standard business greeting among men. When greeting a Saudi businesswoman, wait for her to extend her hand first. If she does not, a polite nod, a smile and a verbal greeting are appropriate ways to show respect.
• Dress Code: Visitors should dress modestly and professionally at all times. Men typically wear formal business suits for meetings. Women should opt for loose-fitting, high-necked business attire that covers the shoulders, arms and legs. Although a headscarf is not mandatory for foreign female executives, carrying one in your briefcase is a considerate gesture.