{"id":52374,"date":"2026-03-02T21:39:08","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T18:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/riyadh\/?p=52374"},"modified":"2026-03-02T21:39:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T18:39:08","slug":"saudi-provides-2500-hotel-rooms-in-makkah-to-support-stranded-gcc-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/riyadh\/en\/latest\/saudi-provides-2500-hotel-rooms-in-makkah-to-support-stranded-gcc-travelers\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Provides 2,500 Hotel Rooms In Makkah To Support Stranded GCC Travelers"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Saudi has allocated 2,500 fully serviced hotel rooms in Makkah to accommodate citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries stranded at airports across the Kingdom following recent travel disruptions<\/h2>\n<p>The move comes under a directive from King Salman bin Abdulaziz, who ordered that affected Gulf nationals be hosted and supported until they can safely return to their home countries.<\/p>\n<p>The directive also emphasized facilitating all necessary procedures to ensure their comfort and well-being. In response, the Makkah Chamber of Commerce swiftly coordinated with relevant authorities to organize accommodation and essential services.<\/p>\n<h2>Abdulmohsen Al Ajlan, Chairman of the Hotels and Tourism Committee, confirmed that the rooms have been fully prepared and equipped to provide suitable care for guests<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-52376 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/03\/02213304\/Screen-Shot-1447-09-13-at-9.32.46-PM.png\" alt=\"Saudi Provides 2,500 Hotel Rooms In Makkah To Support Stranded GCC Travelers\" width=\"585\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/03\/02213304\/Screen-Shot-1447-09-13-at-9.32.46-PM.png 1982w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/03\/02213304\/Screen-Shot-1447-09-13-at-9.32.46-PM-250x168.png 250w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/03\/02213304\/Screen-Shot-1447-09-13-at-9.32.46-PM-700x471.png 700w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/03\/02213304\/Screen-Shot-1447-09-13-at-9.32.46-PM-768x517.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/03\/02213304\/Screen-Shot-1447-09-13-at-9.32.46-PM-1536x1034.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/03\/02213304\/Screen-Shot-1447-09-13-at-9.32.46-PM-120x81.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 585px) 100vw, 585px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The initiative includes comprehensive hospitality services aimed at ensuring travelers feel safe and supported during their unexpected stay.<\/p>\n<p>Officials noted that the step reflects the Kingdom\u2019s commitment to standing alongside its Gulf neighbors during challenging circumstances. Beyond logistical support, the gesture highlights the deep bonds and shared values that unite GCC nations.<\/p>\n<h2>As travelers await their onward journeys, Makkah remains open and welcoming to those in need \u2014 offering not only shelter, but reassurance and solidarity during a time of uncertainty<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Saudi has allocated 2,500 fully serviced hotel rooms in Makkah to accommodate citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries stranded at airports across the Kingdom following recent travel disruptions The move comes under a directive from King Salman bin Abdulaziz, who ordered that affected Gulf nationals be hosted and supported until they can safely return &hellip; 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