Conference Venue

📍 Conference Venue

The 1st International Conference on Finance, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth in Emerging Markets will take place at:

Building 67, College of Business Administration, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia 

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🏨 Accommodation

Please note that the organizing committee does not arrange hotel bookings.

Participants are kindly requested to make their own accommodation arrangements.

Below is a non-exhaustive list of hotels located close to King Saud University, with approximate distances and indicative price ranges per night (USD). Prices may vary depending on availability and booking dates.

Closest & Mid-Range Hotels (≈ 2–4 km)

• Crowne Plaza Riyadh – RDC Hotel & Convention (IHG)
  Approx. 2–3 km | Business hotel
  💵 ~$250–300 / night
  🔗 https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/riyadh/ruhcp/hoteldetail

• Gardino Hotel & Residence
  Approx. 2–3 km | Mid-range
  💵 ~$170–220 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/gardino-hotel-residence.en.html

• Vivian Park El Raeid Hotel
  Approx. 2–3 km | Boutique hotel
  💵 ~$150–190 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/vivian-park-el-raeid.en.html

• Ross Hotel Riyadh
  Approx. 3 km | Business / mid-range
  💵 ~$120–150 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/ross-riyadh.en.html

• Brzeen Hotel Riyadh
  Approx. 3 km | Budget option
  💵 ~$100–130 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/brzeen-riyadh.en.html

• ALMA Hotel Riyadh
  Approx. 4 km | Modern mid-range
  💵 ~$160–200 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/alma-riyadh.en.html

• Voyage Hotel Riyadh
  Approx. 3–4 km | Good value
  💵 ~$140–180 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/voyage-riyadh.en.html

• Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel
  Approx. 3–4 km | Boutique style
  💵 ~$160–210 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/al-mashreq-boutique.en.html

• Sama Al Qasr Hotel Apartments
  Approx. 3 km | Apartment-style
  💵 ~$80–120 / night
  🔗 https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/sama-al-qasr.en.html

   

Upscale & Business Hotels (≈ 5–7 km) 

• Hilton Riyadh Olaya
  Approx. 5 km | Upscale business hotel
  💵 ~$320–380 / night
  🔗 https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ruholhi-hilton-riyadh-olaya/

• Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Financial District
  Approx. 5–6 km | Business hotel
  💵 ~$300–360 / night
  🔗 https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ruhfdgi-hilton-garden-inn-riyadh-financial-district/

• Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Riyadh
  Approx. 5–6 km | Premium hotel
  💵 ~$380–450 / night
  🔗 https://www.movenpick.com/en/middle-east/saudi-arabia/riyadh/hotel-riyadh.html

• Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter
  Approx. 5–6 km | High-end option
  💵 ~$400–470 / night
  🔗 https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-riyadh-diplomatic-quarter

• Sofitel Riyadh Hotel & Convention Centre
  Approx. 6–7 km | Luxury hotel
  💵 ~$500–600 / night
  🔗 https://www.sofitel-riyadh.com/

✈️ Airport Information

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) serves Riyadh and is the main international gateway to the city. 

🔗 Official Airport Website:
https://www.kkia.sa/

🚗 Transportation

Transportation in Riyadh is efficient and convenient. 

• Uber and Careem are widely available, reliable, and recommended for travel between the airport, hotels, and King Saud University.

• Typical travel time from the airport or listed hotels to the university is 10–25 minutes, depending on traffic.

Ride-Hailing Services – Useful Links 

Uber 

• Website: https://www.uber.com/sa/en/

• Airport pickup (RUH): https://www.uber.com/global/en/r/airports/ruh/pickup/

• Android app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ubercab

• iOS app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/uber-request-a-ride/id368677368 

Careem

• Website: https://www.careem.com/

• Android app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.careem.acma

• iOS app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/careem-rides-food-more/id592978487

Participants are encouraged to download Uber and/or Careem before arrival to ensure smooth transportation upon landing. 

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 

Do organizers provide hotel booking or transportation services?
No. Participants are responsible for booking their own accommodation and transportation. 

How do I travel from the airport to my hotel?
Uber and Careem are the easiest and most reliable options from King Khalid International Airport. 

Will additional information be provided?
Yes. Further practical details regarding hotels, transportation, and access to the conference venue will be updated regularly on the conference website.

🔗 Official Saudi Arabia Visa Application Portal:

https://visa.visitsaudi.com/

Participants attending FISGEM 2026 are advised that it is simpler and faster to apply for a Tourist Visa or an Umrah Visa to enter Saudi Arabia. These options are generally more straightforward than applying through university-based invitations, which may require additional prior authorizations and longer processing times.

Participants who need supporting documents (such as an attestation of participation) or further guidance are invited to contact the organizing committee. We remain at your disposal to facilitate your participation.