“A truly memorable stay. Just wow.”
I reordered the itinerary so stargazing came first, then a cycling tour the next day, followed by breakfast. The experience was simply exceptional—hospitality at its finest. The Chedi Hegra offered a rare and unexpected stay that prompted us to extend by an extra night. Care began even before arrival: while driving from Riyadh to AlUla, Olaa, a proud Saudi from the AlUla region, called to confirm our arrival time; later, when we were delayed, Yasser called to check on us and ensure everything was okay, a small gesture that spoke volumes about the level of care. On arrival, Mutlaq picked us up from the shaded parking area, and Yasser made check‑in completely seamless. I had booked a room but was pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a beautiful suite. The hotel itself is extraordinary—beautifully restored historic structures, including the old Hejaz Railway station, transformed into a luxury hotel while preserving their history and character. That evening, Mutlaq gave us a stargazing session. The almost‑full moon hid many stars, but he turned it into a fascinating discussion about astronomy and the ancient knowledge of the stars; his knowledge genuinely impressed me. The next morning, we enjoyed a complimentary private cycling tour in Hegra. Amm (I hope I’m spelling his nickname correctly!) was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and accommodating. Even though I’d visited Hegra before, he showed us places and details I had never seen. After the cycling tour, we had an excellent breakfast, included in our package. Instead of the usual hotel buffet, we could choose whatever we wanted from the menu, freshly prepared. While we were eating, Olaa personally came to welcome us and brought our refreshed room keys before we even realized they needed renewing. Our dinner was excellent too, and the chef personally came out afterward to explain the restaurant’s concept. It was more than perfect!
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