Every day families travel to Riyadh from across the Kingdom for treatment at the capital's large medical cities and specialist hospitals. Appointments, tests and visiting hours often spread over weeks, and taxis back and forth add up quickly. A rental car gives you freedom and comfort at a difficult time.
Riyadh's big medical centres
Riyadh has several major hospitals that receive patients from other regions, including King Fahad Medical City, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, King Abdulaziz Medical City of the National Guard in east Riyadh, and the university hospitals. They are spread across the city, so choose the Sajil branch closest to where you are staying:
- Staying in the east, near the National Guard medical city: car rental in east Riyadh.
- Staying in the north: car rental in north Riyadh.
- Staying in the west: car rental in west Riyadh.
A car that is easy for the patient
- Easy to get in and out: the Kia Carnival has sliding doors and a low step, and the Toyota Land Cruiser has high seats that need less bending.
- Room for a wheelchair or walker: a large boot like the Carnival's or the Geely Okavango's.
- A smooth, quiet ride: the Hyundai Elantra or Ford Taurus.
Read comfortable rental cars for seniors for more ideas.
The right rental period
- A few appointments: daily rental.
- One to three weeks of tests or a hospital stay: weekly rental.
- Long treatment: monthly rental from SAR 1,853 per month, with 3 and 6 month packages.
If plans change, you can usually extend the rental by contacting the branch before it ends.
Practical tips at busy hospitals
- Hospital car parks fill up early; arrive 30 to 45 minutes before your appointment.
- Use the drop-off area at the entrance for the patient, then park.
- Keep a photo of your parking level and zone.
- Keep the branch number in your phone in case you need help with the car.
Frequently asked questions
Can a relative drive the car?
Only drivers allowed by the rental contract may drive. Ask the branch about adding a driver when you book.
Can I return the car in my home city?
If there is a Sajil branch there, yes. Choose "Return to a different branch" and the fee is shown before you pay.
Can I book on behalf of the patient?
The person named on the booking must be the driver with a valid licence. See car rental requirements.
Ready for the road?
Daily, weekly and monthly car rental from our branches across the Kingdom.
