Carlton Al Moaibed Hotel, ManamaCarlton Al Moaibed Hotel in Manama, Bahrain has a corrected score of 2.6 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 85 of 89 hotels we score in Manama. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.3 before correction: Booking.com 3.3, Tripadvisor 1.9, Agoda 1.7. Rooms from about $115 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Carlton Al Moaibed Hotel is a five-star property located in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, positioned between Dammam and Al Khobar. It sits near the airport and Khobar Pavilion, making it a practical choice for travellers visiting the Dammam Port area. The hotel contains 37 rooms featuring modern interiors and includes facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, and a gym. Guests can dine on Lebanese cuisine at the on-site restaurant. While the hotel offers high-end amenities and secure parking, some rooms lack external views. It suits business travellers and those requiring proximity to local transport links.What stands out

Lebanese dining options

On-site spa and gym

Secure parking available

Large guest rooms

Watch out for

Rooms lack views

Noisy air conditioning

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