Al-Ula Arac Hotel

Al-Ula Arac Hotel is a budget hotel in AlUla town, in Madinah Province, Saudi Arabia, with the postal address Al Ula 43563. AlUla is roughly 350-400 km by road north of Madinah city, so the hotel is not a base for visiting the Prophet's Mosque but rather a practical stay for exploring the oasis and its heritage sites. Its town position gives easy access to the Old Town of AlUla, a maze of mud-brick houses, and serves as a starting point for tours to Hegra, the Nabataean tombs, as well as Elephant Rock and Jabal Ikmah. Most of these sights are reached by organised tour or hire car, since distances between them are considerable. The character of the hotel is simple and functional, suited to independent travellers, small groups and those on a limited budget, in contrast with the high-end resorts in the surrounding desert. Rooms are air-conditioned, which is essential in the hot months, and reception service is noted, though it should be confirmed at booking. Room types include double or twin rooms, with family rooms listed as an option to confirm. Dining facilities are not confirmed here, so guests should check whether breakfast is offered, and the town has local cafes and restaurants that provide alternatives. A pool, spa or fitness centre is not confirmed, and a budget property of this kind should not be expected to provide them. Typical rates run from about SAR 200 to SAR 500 per room per night in ordinary weeks, with higher prices during winter festivals and holiday periods, when AlUla receives its largest numbers of visitors. Visitors should book tours to Hegra in advance and plan sightseeing for the cooler months from October to March, as daytime temperatures in summer are extreme.