Manama travel guide
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You're Going to Love Manama
With 147,074 inhabitants, Manama is the most populous city in Bahrain. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Manama deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Manama
If you’re looking for affordable options, CUT By Wolfgang Puck - Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay (Bahrain Bay, Manama, P.O.Box) and Trader Vic's - The Ritz Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa (The Ritz-Carlton Bahrain) are great picks.
When to visit Manama
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Manama in July, when the average temperature is 93.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 98.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 57.2 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0.4″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Manama, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Manama
Plane
When flying to Manama, you’ll arrive at Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH), which is located 7 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Manama from the United States departs from Dallas and takes around 17h 55m.
Car
Another option to get to Manama is to pick up a car rental from Manama, which is about 0 km from Manama. You’ll find branches of Budget and Sixt, among others, in Manama.
Airports near Manama
Airlines serving Manama
Where to stay in Manama
From 5-star hotels such as the Marriott Executive Apartments Manama, Bahrain to great affordable options like the Bahrain Carlton Hotel, Manama offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $210 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Manama, with prices from $30 to $378 per night. Al Juffair is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Manama are about 39% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Al Juffair - In Manama’s most popular neighborhood to stay, recommended hotels include Al Manzil Hotel Bahrain, Wyndham Garden Manama and Blaire Executive Suites.
Gudaibiya - Palmyard Hotel, Gulf Hotel Bahrain and Ramada by Wyndham Bahrain have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Gudaibiya will cost you about $33 per night.
Where to stay in popular areas of Manama
Most booked hotels in Manama
Renting a car in Manama
Renting a car in Manama costs $36 per day, on average, or $71 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manama Bahrain Intl.
Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Manama, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.