"Review: 5-Star Comfort with a Small Location Caveat
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I recently stayed at Centro Olaya Riyadh and had a wonderful experience. The hotel itself is impeccable—the rooms are modern, sleek, and exceptionally clean, offering a perfect urban retreat in the middle of a busy city.
What I loved:
Service: The staff were professional and went out of their way to ensure a smooth check-in and comfortable stay.
Facilities: The rooftop pool and gym are highlights of the property, offering great views and a chance to relax.
Vibe: It has a very chic, lifestyle-focused atmosphere that is perfect for both business travelers and couples.
The only downside: The only thing to be aware of is that there aren’t many shops or convenience stores within immediate walking distance of the hotel entrance. If you need snacks, pharmacy items, or a quick retail fix, you’ll likely need to take a short Uber or drive to one of the nearby malls or commercial strips.
Verdict: Despite the lack of immediate shops nearby, the quality of the hotel and the service make it a 5-star stay for me. I would definitely stay here again, just with a little more preparation for my personal supplies!"
"I have had a few dining experiences at the restaurant on M Floor during breakfasts and dinners in a few occasions. I find the service there overall is good, however, with one exception that I would say that I encountered some discomfort at the egg frying section at breakfast time, at which I have to repeatedly asked for the same service I'd prefer and NOT the way they are used to. I thought I had to explain the same old over and over again when I showed people with high level of respect at all times which I find not nice and necessary in those incidents."
"It was a nice experiance in this hotel, sevice was very good and the reception available 24 hours, hotel , wifi available and clenliness was excellent, facilities like fridge, kettle, hair dryer ,spacious cupboard are available.staffs are nice, cooperative and easily accessible all the time,"
"Overall, the hotel was okay. The location is convenient, very close to the metro, which made getting around easy.
On the downside, the room was missing some basic amenities: there were no bathrobes at all, towels were provided only for one person, and the dental kit was also for one person, even though the room was booked for two guests. In addition, the reception staff could have been more welcoming.
On the positive side, the breakfast was quite good, and the chef preparing omelets and waffles was very kind and friendly, which made the morning experience more pleasant"