Makkah Province (Makkah al-Mukarramah) is the spiritual heartland of Islam and one of Saudi Arabia's most significant regions, encompassing the holy city of Makkah, the cosmopolitan port city of Jeddah, the mountain resort city of Taif, and the Red Sea city of Yanbu. The province draws millions of Muslim pilgrims annually for Hajj and Umrah, while Jeddah welcomes all visitors with its UNESCO-listed Al-Balad district, vibrant Red Sea coastline, and modern urban culture.
Top spas
Curated picks for treatments and day spas.
Sense Spa at Rosewood Jeddah
Jeddah's most acclaimed luxury spa featuring signature Arabian-inspired treatments including Sidr honey body wrap, pure Taif rose oil facial, and traditional hammam experience with 24-karat gold body polish.
Signature treatment: Arabian Honey Ritual (90 minutes) using local Sidr mountain honey
CHI Spa at Shangri-La Jeddah
Comprehensive luxury spa offering signature Shangri-La holistic treatments, expert therapists, and serene spaces with Red Sea views from the relaxation lounges.
Signature treatment: CHI Balance Ritual (120 minutes) combining Eastern and Western healing techniques
Zulal Spa at Rixos Obhur Jeddah
A full-service Red Sea-inspired resort spa featuring seawater therapy pools, marine-based treatments, and indoor/outdoor relaxation areas with private beach access.
Signature treatment: Red Sea Marine Treatment (75 minutes) with sea mineral body wrap
Anantara Spa at Al Madina Hilton Makkah
A premium spa experience within Makkah city — the first Anantara Spa in the holy city, offering exceptional Islamic wellness treatments and spiritual healing experiences for Muslim pilgrims.
Signature treatment: Islamic Healing Ritual (90 minutes) incorporating Zamzam water and black seed oil
Al Hammam al-Turki, Jeddah
A traditional Turkish-style hammam in central Jeddah offering authentic steam bath, body scrub (kessa), and soap massage. A centuries-old wellness ritual available to all visitors.
Signature treatment: Traditional hammam experience (90 minutes) with black soap and kessa scrub
Wellness retreats
Multi-day immersive experiences.
Taif Mountain Wellness Escape
A curated wellness experience in the cool Taif mountains combining rose farm visits, traditional hammam, mountain hiking, meditation in rose gardens, and traditional Hejazi healing practices.
Rixos Obhur All-Inclusive Wellness Package
A comprehensive Red Sea wellness package at the Rixos Obhur resort combining spa treatments, yoga sessions on the beach, healthy dining, and water-based relaxation activities.
Signature treatments
Local specialties worth seeking out.
Massage
Traditional Arabian and Thai massage from SAR 150-300 ($40-80) per session; hotel spas from SAR 250+
Hammam
Traditional hammam (Turkish bath) with steam, body scrub, and soap massage from SAR 100-200 ($26.70-53.35)
Body
Sidr honey body wrap from SAR 200 ($53.35); rose oil body polish from SAR 180 ($48); marine mineral wrap from SAR 220 ($58.70)
Facial
Taif rose oil facial from SAR 180 ($48); gold-infused anti-aging facial from SAR 250-400 ($66.70-106.70)
Yoga & meditation
Studios, classes, and meditation centres.
Jeddah Yoga Studio
Daily drop-in classes available; also private sessions and corporate workshops; various styles including hot yoga, restorative, and aerial yoga
La Mer Beachside Yoga
Weekly open-air yoga sessions on La Mer beach at sunrise — beautiful Red Sea backdrop; check current schedule online
Movement Studio Jeddah
Comprehensive wellness studio offering yoga, Pilates, meditation, and breathwork in central Jeddah
Wellness travel tips
Get the most from your wellness experience.
Book spa treatments at least 2-3 days in advance at luxury hotels — popular treatments sell out
Most hotel spas have separate male and female facilities or dedicated gender-specific hours — confirm before booking
Taif rose oil and Sidr honey treatments are unique to this region — seek them out for a genuinely local wellness experience
The cool mountain air of Taif is itself therapeutic — combine a mountain hike with a spa visit for a complete wellness day
Stay hydrated — wellness practices in the Arabian heat require higher fluid intake than you might expect
Many luxury hotels offer spa day passes for non-guests — excellent value access to world-class facilities
Traditional hammam is deeply embedded in Hejazi culture — an authentic hammam experience is as much cultural as it is wellness