Title: Ras Al Hama Real Estate Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=123290341&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # Ras Al Hama Real Estate ## Photo gallery for Ras Al Hama Real Estate ![Deluxe Studio, City View | Iron/ironing board - Ras Al Hama Real Estate (Riyadh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290400/123290341/aa8d5b1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ras Al Hama Real Estate (Riyadh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290400/123290341/53d884ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ras Al Hama Real Estate (Riyadh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290400/123290341/c2a0aa49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Ras Al Hama Real Estate (Riyadh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290400/123290341/c535ffbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Studio, City View | Iron/ironing board - Ras Al Hama Real Estate (Riyadh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290400/123290341/7102626c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Ras Al Hama Real Estate provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 11 - Mar 12](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 12 - Mar 13](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=123290341&PinnedHotelID=123290341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Studio, City View ![Deluxe Studio, City View | Iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290400/123290341/b36add57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio, City View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Mini-fridge Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Microwave Stovetop - City view - 646 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Studio Suite, City View ![Family Studio Suite, City View | Iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123290400/123290341/a0387eb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Studio Suite, City View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Mini-fridge Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Microwave Stovetop - 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[Visit our Riyadh travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Riyadh.dx3051) [View more Aparthotels in Riyadh](https://www.expedia.com/Riyadh-Apart-Hotels.d3051-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C24.77128%2C46.61986&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Hbq1_ICmeTUon8po7DqUnMA8t-w=) Prince Mohammed bin Saad Road, Khader Tea next door, Riyadh, Riyadh Province, 13516 ### What's nearby - ![Aerial view of Riyadh City, the Capital of Saudi Arabia, on sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/755201044651192320/d6b92a0e-844c-4e3a-8442-75a7152f9b8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Boulevard Riyadh 4 min drive \- 2.6 miles - Boulevard World 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Al Ajlan Art Gallery 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Riyadh Park Mall 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Roman Sabratha 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Riyadh Station 37 min drive - King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - Chino 8 min walk - Origin Coffee Roasters 7 min walk - PICK 5 min drive - Java Cafe 8 min walk - Red Box 3 min walk ## About this property ### Ras Al Hama Real Estate A 24-hour front desk and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. This aparthotel has 36 apartments. Housekeeping is available on request. Ras Al Hama Real Estate offers 36 accommodations with irons/ironing boards. 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24-hour front desk - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Lockers ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 36 units - Housekeeping (on request) ## Policies ### Check-in Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:30 PM ### 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know 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 cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Property Registration Number 50024, 50024637 ### We should mention Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ras Al Hama Real Estate pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ras Al Hama Real Estate? ### What time is check-out at Ras Al Hama Real Estate? ### Where is Ras Al Hama Real Estate located? ## Have a question? 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