Planning the 2026/2027 Umrah season
Collect the dates of all expected groups for the season, choose preferred hotels and categories, then ask Al Rayyan for a written seasonal offer covering all dates. Review the payment schedule, name-list deadline and terms for changing numbers before signing; each contract is agreed separately per company.
What does a Madinah hotel contract for travel companies include?
Ask for the contract to state in writing: hotel name, number and type of rooms per date, rate and currency, meals, payment schedule, deadline for name lists, and cancellation and release terms for unused rooms. These terms are agreed per company and per season; none should be assumed before signing.
Why do prices and availability change by season?
Demand peaks in Ramadan, especially the last ten nights, around Hajj and in school holidays. Nearby hotels fill early and minimum stays may apply. Booking early gives more choice, but there is no fixed seasonal rate; request a quote for your exact dates.
How to vet an accommodation provider before paying
Ask for the official business name and contacts, and a written quote naming the hotel, rooms, dates, total price, payment and cancellation terms. Ask for confirmation in the guest’s name, pay only to an account in the same business name, and keep all messages. Companies should check the commercial registration and the signatory’s authority.
