A well-appointed hotel just 200 metres from the Petra entrance, the Palace offers comfortable rooms, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop restaurant with views over Wadi Musa. The property's central location and friendly staff make it a favourite for travellers seeking a balance of quality and convenience.
The Petra Palace Hotel is a three-star deluxe property on Tourism Street in Wadi Musa, Ma'an Governorate, positioned approximately 200 metres from the Petra visitor centre — making it one of the most conveniently located mid-to-upper-range hotels near the ancient city. Renovated in 2025, the property has updated its interiors while retaining its well-established reputation for central positioning and accessible pricing. Its proximity to the entrance gate, alongside a rooftop terrace and outdoor pool, makes it a consistently popular choice for Petra-focused travellers who want convenience without the pricing of the major five-star resort properties further up the valley.
Guest rooms are furnished in a modern Jordanian style with arabesque accents, warm tones, and comfortable bedding. Standard rooms include twin or double bed configurations; Superior and Deluxe categories add a sitting area and a larger balcony. All rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen television, safe deposit box, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Family rooms accommodate four guests and interconnecting configurations are available on request.
The dining offering includes a ground-floor restaurant serving Jordanian and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast is a buffet widely praised for its freshness and variety, featuring local cheeses, labneh, fresh fruit, and hot dishes. Dinner menus feature grilled meats, local mezze, and classic Jordanian rice dishes. The rooftop restaurant and bar is the property's signature amenity — open from late afternoon, it provides sweeping views over the rooftops of Wadi Musa toward the mountains, with candlelit tables during dinner service making it one of the more atmospheric elevated dining spots in central Wadi Musa.
An outdoor swimming pool provides a refreshing option after long days on the archaeological trails. A tour desk operates throughout the day for Petra entrance tickets, Petra by Night arrangements, licensed guide bookings, and day trips to Wadi Rum, Little Petra, and Aqaba.
Amenities
- pool
- wifi
- restaurant
- rooftop terrace
- bar
- tour desk
Location
Near Petra Visitor Center, Wadi Musa
30.3325, 35.4758 View on map
Highlights
- Location 200 metres from the Petra visitor centre gate — one of the closest hotels to the entrance
- Rooftop restaurant and bar with panoramic views over Wadi Musa and surrounding mountains
- Outdoor swimming pool suitable for cooling down after long days on Petra's trails
- 2025 renovation throughout with modernised rooms and refreshed public areas
- Active tour desk with local connections for guides and regional day trip arrangements
Tips for visiting
- The hotel's central position means it is possible to walk back from Petra rather than taking a taxi — useful for comparing exit times with the crowds
- The rooftop restaurant is the prime sunset viewing spot in central Wadi Musa; arrive before 18:00 to secure a good table
- Family rooms sleep up to four guests and represent one of the better value options near the Petra entrance
- Book well in advance for March–May and September–October, when rooms sell out weeks ahead of arrival
- The ground-floor restaurant can prepare early boxed breakfasts for guests departing before the 07:00 buffet opening
Accessibility
The hotel has a lift serving all guest floors. The main entrance, lobby, restaurant, and pool are accessible at ground level. The rooftop restaurant is accessed by stairs only and is not wheelchair accessible. Guests requiring step-free access throughout should request ground or lower-floor rooms and confirm accessibility routes at booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Petra Palace Hotel close to the Petra entrance?
Yes, the hotel is on Tourism Street approximately 200 metres from the Petra visitor centre — around a three-to-five-minute walk to the ticket gate.
Does the hotel have a rooftop bar?
Yes, the rooftop level houses both a restaurant and a bar area with panoramic views over Wadi Musa. It is one of the best sunset viewing points in central Wadi Musa.
Is there an outdoor pool?
Yes, an outdoor swimming pool is available to all guests.
When was the hotel last renovated?
The Petra Palace Hotel was renovated in 2025 with updated room furnishings, modern facilities, and refreshed public areas throughout the property.
Can the hotel help arrange guided tours of Petra?
Yes, the tour desk handles Petra entrance tickets, Petra by Night bookings, licensed guide referrals, and day excursions to Wadi Rum, Little Petra, and Aqaba.