Riyadh InterContinental Hotel

Riyadh


Many of the rooms at the luxurious InterContinental feature fine city views and a marble bath. There's a 12-lane bowling alley, a gym, a sauna, tennis and racquetball courts, and indoor and outdoor pools. The hotel’s two restaurants are popular dining venues, and you can visit the Addiwan Tea Lounge for afternoon tea, a snack or coffee.


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