Madinah Vlog 2026 | Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Review, Hotels near Masjid Nabawi & Best Places to See

Welcome to my Madinah Travel Vlog 2026! Join me as I explore the beautiful and peaceful city of Madinah while staying at Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah, one of the closest luxury hotels to Masjid an-Nabawi. We visited Madinah in February 2026, and although this vlog is being uploaded a little later, I hope it still helps anyone planning their trip. 00:00 Intro 00:11 Haramain Train Makkah to Madinah 00:43 Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Room Tour 02:28 Masjid Nabawi Map and Hotel Location 02:42 Sofitel Entrances 02:49 Women prayer gates 02:51 Gates 332, 333, 334, 335, 336 03:16 Other Hotels located near Global Food Village 04:22 Hotels near Gate 328 including Movenpick 04:46 Dinner at Arabesque Restaurant at Sofitel Shahd Al Madina 05:20 Breakfast at Sofitel Shahd Al Madina 06:04 📍 Shuhada Uhud Cemetery 07:03 📍 Masjid al Fas-h 07:28 📍 Al-Faqir Well 08:10 Lunch at Sofitel Shahd Al Madina 09:53 Golf Cart Ride to Masjid Quba 10:25 📍 Masjid Quba 10:46 Rose Ice Cream at Quba Market 10:55 Jummah at Masjid Nabawi 11:18 Jummah Lunch at Sofitel Shahd Al Madina 12:57 Rasalnia 13:27 Masjid Nabawi 14:04 Mount Uhud at night During our stay, we booked the Junior Suite with the Full Board Meal Plan. The Junior Suite offers approximately 45 m² (484 sq ft) of elegant space, featuring two beds with the option to add an extra bed, making it an excellent choice for families. Throughout this vlog, I share our honest experience with the hotel's breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets, giving you a complete look at what to expect from the full board package. If you're deciding where to stay in Madinah, I also feature hotels located near Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah and accommodations close to the Ladies' Gate (Women's Entrance) of Masjid an-Nabawi, helping you compare some of the best hotel locations for your Umrah or family trip. In this vlog you'll see: 🕌 Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah hotel tour 🛏️ Junior Suite room tour 🍽️ Full Board buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner 🏨 Hotels near Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah 🚪 Hotels near the Ladies' Gate of Masjid an-Nabawi 🛺 Golf cart ride from Masjid an-Nabawi to Masjid Quba 🌹 Trying the famous viral rose ice cream at Quba Market 📍 Visiting Mount Uhud Experience 📍 Uhud Cemetery 📍 Masjid Fa'sh 📍 Al-Faqir Well 📍 Masjid Quba 💚 Beautiful moments around Masjid an-Nabawi and Madinah Whether you're planning Umrah, Hajj, or your first visit to Madinah, this vlog includes hotel recommendations, food reviews, transportation tips, and some of the city's most significant Islamic landmarks to help you plan your journey. If you enjoyed this vlog, please Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more Umrah guides, Madinah travel tips, hotel reviews, and family-friendly travel content. May Allah accept everyone's Umrah and Hajj and grant us all the opportunity to return to His blessed cities. Ameen. 🤲 🍽️ Restaurants & Places Mentioned: – Haramain Train Station Makkah – Masjid an Nabawi– Arabesque Restaurant at Sofitel Shahd Al Madina – Global Food Village – Taiba Shopping Centre– Golf Cart to Masjid Quba (we paid 15 SAR) – Masjid Quba – The Rose Ice Cream at Quba Market (the Rose Ice Cream!) – Rasalnia GATES MENTIONED – Gate 24 & 25 (Women’s prayer areas can be accessed via Gate 338) – Gate 37 (Women’s Rawdah access) – Gate 333 (main King Fahd Gate) - This is where you will find Taiba Shopping Centre and Global Food Village HOW TO BOOK RAWDAH: Download Nusuk App and sign up using your visa number 🕌 Masjid an Nabawi map download: Interactive Map 💡 Tip: Always book your Rawdah visit in advance using the Nusuk App — especially during busy Umrah seasons. 🎥 Watch till the end for serene Madinah views, Masjif Quba, travel tips, and hotel experiences from Sofitel Shahd Al Madina. ✨ About Me I’m a Pakistani based in Canada 🇨🇦🇵🇰 who loves sharing my travel and food experiences from around the world! 🌍🍽️ Subscribe for more vlogs, travel highlights, and food adventures ✨ ✈️ Follow Me for More Travel Content! TikTok:   / arnzadiaries   Blog: https://arnzadiaries.blogspot.com/ 📩 Business Inquiries: [email protected]