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Ramadan changes the rhythm of a whole city. In Jeddah, the streets go quiet in the afternoon, fill up in the hour before Maghrib, and stay lively until suhoor. Your stay needs to fit that rhythm.
This guide covers what to expect in Jeddah during Ramadan 2027, how a hotel or apartment stay works that month, and how to plan Umrah trips and bookings around it. It draws on our experience hosting Ramadan guests at Best Trip Hotels, where we run serviced apartments in Jeddah and one branch in Jazan.
Ramadan 2027 Dates at a Glance
All dates below are expected dates. Saudi Arabia confirms the start and end of Ramadan by moon sighting, so check the official announcement a few days before.
| Item | Expected date or time |
|---|---|
| Moon sighting evening | Sunday, 7 February 2027 |
| First day of fasting | Monday, 8 February 2027 |
| First Taraweeh prayer | Evening of 7 February 2027 |
| Last ten nights | From about 27 or 28 February 2027 |
| Laylat al-Qadr | Sought on the odd nights of the last ten |
| Eid al-Fitr | Around 9 or 10 March 2027 |
| Fasting length in Jeddah (early February) | About 12 and a half hours |
Gulf News reports astronomical forecasts placing the first fast on 8 February and Eid al-Fitr on 10 March. Wego’s calendar, based on Umm al-Qura, places Eid on 9 March. The difference depends on whether the month runs 29 or 30 days.
In early February, Fajr in Jeddah falls at around 5:40 AM and Maghrib at around 6:10 PM. Times shift a little each day, so use a local prayer timetable during your stay.
How Daily Life in Jeddah Changes in Ramadan
If you have not spent Ramadan in Saudi Arabia before, the change in daily routine is the first thing you notice.
Daytime is quiet. Most restaurants and cafés close during fasting hours and reopen after Maghrib. Visitors are expected not to eat, drink or smoke in public during the day, whether or not they are fasting.
Working hours are shorter. Under the Saudi Labour Law, Muslim employees in the private sector work no more than six hours a day, or 36 hours a week, during Ramadan. Government offices also run shorter hours. If you have appointments or business meetings, expect them to be in the late morning or early afternoon.
The hour before iftar is the busiest on the roads. People rush home or to family gatherings. Traffic then drops sharply while everyone breaks their fast.
Nights are long and lively. Malls, markets and restaurants stay open late, often past midnight. Many people eat a late meal, visit family, pray Taraweeh and then have suhoor before Fajr.
Dress modestly. Covering shoulders and knees is expected in public, and women should carry a light scarf for mosque visits.
What Changes Inside Your Stay
A good Ramadan stay follows the guest’s day, not a fixed hotel timetable. Here is how that works at Best Trip Hotels.
Reception at any hour
Our reception is open 24 hours at all seven branches. Guests come back from Taraweeh near midnight, leave for Makkah before dawn, or arrive on late flights. Someone is always at the desk.
Housekeeping that fits your sleep
Many guests sleep late in Ramadan after a long night. At Best Trip Hotels, housekeeping is on request, so you choose when it happens. Tell reception the time that suits you, such as early afternoon, and we will avoid knocking while you rest.
Check-in and check-out times
Check-in is from 3 PM and check-out is by 2 PM. If you return from Makkah in the early hours, the night you need is the one before you arrive. Our guide to early check-in and late check-out explains how to plan around times that do not match your journey.
Prayer facilities
Al Andalus Tolen, Paris and Marsilia in Jeddah, and Valencia in Jazan, all have prayer rooms. Every branch is within reach of local mosques for Taraweeh.
Suhoor and Iftar in Your Apartment
Food is where an apartment stay makes the biggest difference in Ramadan. Restaurants are closed for suhoor in many areas, and iftar tables fill fast.
What your kitchen has
Most Best Trip apartments have a kitchenette with a fridge, an electric kettle and a microwave, plus kitchenware and cleaning products. Best Trip Paris units also have a coffee machine. At Best Trip Milano, most units have a kitchen, and the larger apartments suit families cooking together.
Simple suhoor
Suhoor should be quick, filling and easy to prepare at 4 AM. Stock the fridge the evening before with dates, laban, yoghurt, eggs, bread, cheese, fruit and plenty of water. A kettle and microwave cover most of what you need.
Iftar at home or out
Breaking the fast in your own unit is calm and simple, especially with children or older relatives. Buy fresh sambousa, soup and juice from local shops before Maghrib, then eat when the adhan sounds.
If you want to go out, book or arrive early. Restaurants fill in the minutes before Maghrib, and the roads are at their busiest.
If you are not fasting
Travellers on a journey, children, patients and non-Muslim guests may not be fasting. Inside your own apartment, you can eat and drink in private during the day without any issue. Keep food and drink out of public spaces such as lobbies and corridors until Maghrib.
Umrah in Ramadan From a Jeddah Base
Umrah in Ramadan carries special reward, and Makkah is at its busiest of the year. Staying in Jeddah gives you a quieter place to rest between visits. Our guide to staying in Jeddah for Umrah explains the wider pros and cons of a Jeddah base.
Permits and the Nusuk app
You need an Umrah permit, booked through the Nusuk app, for a set date and time. Ramadan slots go quickly, especially for the last ten nights. In March 2025, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah encouraged pilgrims to perform Umrah only once during the last ten days of Ramadan, to ease crowding. Check Nusuk for the current rules before you plan more than one.
Getting to Makkah
The Haramain train is the fastest way between Jeddah and Makkah. In the last ten days of Ramadan 2026, Saudi Arabia Railways raised the service to more than 140 daily trips to meet demand. Seats still sell out, so book as soon as your permit is confirmed. Our guide to the Haramain train in Jeddah covers both Jeddah stations and the luggage limits.
Travel light to Makkah
Take only a small bag with your phone, ID, water, medicines and Ihram items. Leave the rest in your apartment, or with reception if you have checked out. Our guide to hotel luggage storage in Jeddah covers your options, including the Grand Mosque’s own free storage.
Ramadan Nights in Historic Jeddah
Historic Jeddah, or Al Balad, is one of the best places to spend a Ramadan evening. In 2026, it welcomed more than 2 million visitors in the first half of Ramadan alone, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
Expect lit-up lanes, traditional markets such as Souq Al Alawi and Bab Makkah, communal iftar and suhoor in the old squares, craft displays and family activities. It gets crowded late at night, so go early in the evening or on a weeknight.
Our hotel closest to Al Balad is Best Trip Al Andalus Tolen in Al Baghdadiyah, which has sea-view studios and suites and a prayer room.
Choosing a Best Trip Branch for Ramadan
Each branch suits a different Ramadan plan. All have a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
| Branch | Area | Why it suits Ramadan |
|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Tolen | Al Baghdadiyah | Close to Al Balad’s Ramadan nights, prayer room |
| Paris | An Nuzhah | About 15 minutes from KAIA, kitchens with coffee machine, prayer room, rooftop pool |
| Milano | Al Ajaweed | Studios to three-bedroom apartments, kitchens in most units, good for large families |
| Marsilia | Al Amir Fawwaz Al Junoobi | Balconies, prayer room, lift to every floor |
| City Zone | An Nuzhah | Monthly stays with kitchens and a separate living room |
| Istanbul | Al Rawabi | Monthly stays with kitchenettes and a separate living room |
| Valencia | Jazan | Prayer room, parking garage, staff who speak Arabic, English, Hindi and Urdu |
Paris and City Zone are both in An Nuzhah, close to the airport and its Haramain station. Our guide to An Nuzhah, Jeddah describes the area.
Staying for the Whole Month
Some guests spend the whole of Ramadan in Jeddah, whether for work, family or regular Umrah trips. A monthly stay often makes more sense than booking night by night.
Best Trip City Zone and Best Trip Istanbul are our monthly properties. Both have separate living areas and kitchen facilities, and terms are agreed directly with us. Our guide to how monthly apartment stays work explains how monthly pricing, payment and deposits compare with nightly bookings.
When to Book and What to Check
Ramadan demand in Jeddah is uneven. The first days are usually calmer, while the last ten nights and the days around Eid fill up first.
Points to check before you book:
- Book early for the last ten nights and Eid. These dates go first, and choice narrows quickly.
- Check the rate for your exact dates. Our rates vary by season, and Ramadan nights are priced differently from quieter months.
- Choose flexible terms if your permit or flight could change. Our guide to the hotel cancellation policy explains what happens if you cancel late or do not arrive.
- Book the right unit size. A family of five is more comfortable in a two-bedroom apartment for a month of late nights than in a single room.
- Book where you can talk to the property. Our guide to booking direct vs booking sites compares how changes and special requests work on each channel.
At Best Trip Hotels, cancelling at least 24 hours before check-in gives a full refund on prepaid bookings, and later cancellations cost one night.
Leaving Jeddah at the End of Ramadan
The days before and after Eid al-Fitr are among the busiest of the year at KAIA. Families travel home, visitors fly in for Eid, and Umrah pilgrims leave after the last ten nights.
Plan your departure early. Our guide on how early to leave for Jeddah airport gives drive times by district and the extra time to allow in peak periods.
If you are staying on for Eid, tell us when you book. Units for the Eid days are often booked before Ramadan begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Ramadan 2027 start in Saudi Arabia?
It is expected to start on Monday, 8 February 2027, with the moon sighting on the evening of 7 February. The official date depends on the sighting.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?
Around 9 or 10 March 2027, depending on whether Ramadan lasts 29 or 30 days.
Can I eat in my hotel room during the day in Ramadan?
Yes. Inside your own room or apartment, you can eat and drink in private. Avoid eating or drinking in public areas until Maghrib.
Are restaurants open during the day in Jeddah in Ramadan?
Most close during fasting hours and open after Maghrib. Many stay open until late at night, and some offer delivery.
Can I cook suhoor in a Best Trip apartment?
Yes. Most units have a kitchenette with a fridge, kettle and microwave. Milano has kitchens in most units, and Paris units have a coffee machine.
Is reception open late in Ramadan?
Yes. Reception at every Best Trip branch is open 24 hours, every day of the year.
How many times can I do Umrah in Ramadan?
In 2025, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah encouraged pilgrims to perform Umrah only once during the last ten days of Ramadan. Check the Nusuk app for the current rules for 2027.
Spend Ramadan 2027 With Best Trip Hotels
A good Ramadan stay gives you a quiet day, a kitchen for suhoor, and a door that opens at any hour. That is what our apartments are built for.
- For Umrah trips by train: Paris in An Nuzhah, close to the airport Haramain station.
- For Ramadan nights in Al Balad: Al Andalus Tolen in Al Baghdadiyah.
- For large families: Milano in Al Ajaweed and Marsilia on Sayed Al Shuhada Street in the Al Amir Fawwaz Al Junoobi district.
- For the whole month: City Zone and Istanbul, our monthly properties. Contact us for monthly terms.
- In Jazan: Valencia on Prince Metibb Bin Abdulaziz Rd.
Ramadan rates differ from the rest of the year, so check the price for your dates before you book. Our team answers on +966 547010115 by phone or WhatsApp, 24 hours a day, and can help you match your stay to your Umrah permit and flights.
Book direct with Best Trip Hotels and secure your Ramadan dates before the last ten nights fill up.
Sources
- Gulf News, “When is Ramadan 2027? The expected date, moon sighting and Eid explained”: https://gulfnews.com/uae/ramadan/when-is-ramadan-2027-the-expected-date-moon-sighting-and-eid-explained-1.500630523
- Wego, Umrah during Ramadan 2027: https://blog.wego.com/umrah-during-ramadan/
- Wego, Ramadan in Saudi Arabia (public conduct, opening hours, prayer times): https://blog.wego.com/ramadan-in-saudi-arabia/
- Middle East Briefing, Ramadan 2026 in the UAE and Saudi Arabia (Ramadan working hours): https://www.middleeastbriefing.com/news/ramadan-2026-in-the-uae-and-saudi-arabia-compliance/
- Gulf News, Saudi Arabia: one Umrah during last 10 days of Ramadan (21 March 2025): https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-one-umrah-only-during-last-10-days-of-ramadan-1.500068482
- TradeArabia, Haramain High Speed Railway exceeds 140 daily trips in last 10 days of Ramadan (11 March 2026): https://www.tradearabia.com/News/390168/Haramain-High-Speed-Railway-exceeds-140-daily-trips-in-last-10-days-of-Ramadan
- TradeArabia, Historic Jeddah welcomes over 2m visitors in first half of Ramadan 2026 (10 March 2026): https://www.tradearabia.com/News/390123/Historic-Jeddah-welcomes-over-2m-visitors-in-first-half-of-Ramadan-2026
- Best Trip Hotels, Services: https://besttripbt.com/services/
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