The Petra Marriott is located above Wadi Mousa; the town on the edge of the famous Petra site. Like many hotels in Jordan, the Petra Marriott is a little dated, however it does provide a perfectly comfortable base for adventures into the Rose-Red City.
Highlights
The Petra Marriott's elevated location offers wonderful views towards Petra and the surrounding mountains
There are three restaurants to choose from, offering a range of Arabic, Mediterranean and international cuisine
The hotel is a 15-minute drive from the entrance to Petra, one of the highlights of Jordan
There is a pool to enjoy a refreshing dip after a day's adventures in Petra
The Petra Marriott enjoys an elevated location above the town, offering wonderful panoramic views towards Petra and the surrounding mountains. The hotel has 100 rooms, which are international in style and feature en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning.
There are three restaurants to choose from, with menus featuring Mediterranean and Arabic Cuisine, and the Aretas Bar & Lounge offers refreshing drinks and a selection of snacks. The hotel has a pleasant outdoor pool, perfect for a relaxing dip after spending the day exploring Petra, and there are also Turkish Baths, where it is possible to enjoy a sauna, body scrubs and massages.
When to visit
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Enquire NowThe Petra Marriott is located above the town of Wadi Mousa, about a 15-minute drive from the entrance to the Petra site.
It is a five-hour flight from the UK to Amman, Jordan. Petra is around a three and a half hour drive from Amman.
Movenpick Resort Petra
The Movenpick is ideally located opposite the entrance to the Petra site. The hotel is a mixture of Arabic and international design. There are a number of facilities including a pool and choice of restaurants, providing a comfortable base for exploring.
Hayat Zaman
Hayat Zaman (formerly Taybet Zaman) is a charming local hotel situated on a hillside in the village of Taybeh, close to the famous rose-red city of Petra. Whilst it is fairly simple, the Hayat Zaman provides a comfortable base and plenty of character.
Petra Guest House
Located right at the visitor's entrance to Petra, the 4-star Petra Guest House is a comfortable option for the visitors.
Petra: Red Rose City
Spend the day exploring Petra, an ancient Nabatean capital which flourished in biblical times and dominated the Middle East caravan routes for four centuries before being assimilated into the Roman Empire in 106 A.D.
Petra Kitchen
Short taster course into the delights of Jordanian cooking.
Backdoor Walk from Little Petra
Trek via the winding back roads with panoramic desert & mountain vistas. This route allows you to beat the crowds, arriving at the famous Monastery whilst most visitors are still at the start of the site. Continue to explore the tombs, Treasury and Siq.
Petra by Night
Petra by Night occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 8.30pm. You enter the Siq, and the canyon which leads to the Treasury.
Showbak Castle
Showbak is an isolated Crusader castle, located around an hour north of Petra. Whilst it is more dilapidated than other castles such as Kerak, the setting is very dramatic; perched on a hillside and offering extensive views of the surrounding area.
Little Petra
Significantly smaller than the main site of Petra, Little Petra is nevertheless worth a visit, offering a taster of incredible Nabataean architecture.
Tour of Petra with a Local Guide
A two-hour tour of Petra with a private local guide which will include a walk through the Siq before moving to the Treasury (El Khazneh), the intricately carved Royal Tombs, Street of the Facades and finishing at Qasr al Bint.
