xlunce
Canadian expat in Saudi Arabia
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Registration: 03 February 2016
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Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
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Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
Sports: Yes there are multiple sports activity (paid) offered by freelance coaches like football, basketball, tennis, gymnastics, karate, swimming ...etc Keep in mind that these are very active in the school period, but during the summer, honestly, ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
Units: Still the same as initial review. The units range from 2br apt to 3 and 4br villas. The compound is older; so advatage bigger units with lots of space and green areas and front porches and back yards; disadvatage is the furniture is a bit old ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
Recreational activities: Plenty of classes for the kids with various age range. I think its the same case with other compounds. The plus I see in granada is that most residents are families so not alot of outsiders joining the acitvities and ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
I figured since I made the initial review about 3 years ago, it might be a good time to provide an update I have been living in the compound for 3 years now. Honestly, I have no regrets; it was a very good choice for the family. I will start with ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
I am not sure about the pricing after they opened the new facilities, but it varies based on the availability and the unit size. I think they have some studios under 100 and some 4br around 250 or 300 ( going by 6 months old memory here). Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
Nationality Mix, The compound is very diverse. I have seen people from the far-east, europe, middle east, north america. We have yet to see people from south america, Central Africa, but maybe we just didn't see them yet. Overall, it does not ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
Facilities, Very Good. Multiple outdoor pools, indoor pool, wave pool, gym, squash and bowling lanes These were the things we have used and they are all in very good working condition and very well maintained. Yes the locker rooms and sauna may look ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
I tried to put this in one post, but it was too long so I will split it over multiple posts. Ok. After spending a few months now in Granada. I am posting our review (as a family) of the place from our point of view. Hopefully someone might find it ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
They range from 100K to 300K depending on what you are looking for. During my search in the past few months, I noticed that compared to some of the new big compounds Granada is very well priced, but the facilities and units are older (ofcourse). I ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
Thanks Mohammed 123 I did visit the compound, but based on a 15-20 minutes tour I couldn't make a full judgment. This is why I am hoping some of the expats who live there or someone who is familiar with the compound can add in some ... Read More
Granada Compound Review by xlunce
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ...
Thanks Mohammed 123 for the info, In some old posts, some people had described the place as ghost town with many empty units! The facilities are great and we can get a good sense from the pictures on their site. Do you have any info on the ... Read More
Granada Compound Review
I found a few old posts about this topic, but nothing recent. So I will open a new thread in the hopes that people might jump in and provide some reviews or feedback. We (family of 5) are looking into moving to Granada compound Riyadh soon. We ... Read More
Granada Compound feedback? by khankashifkhan
Hello everyone. Hope you are doing well. My name is Khan, and I have just moved to Riyadh, going thru.......well I am sure you all know. I am a Marketing professional currently serving the oil and gas empire. My company has leased a place for me ...
@RedDesert if you did move to Granada, please share you experience as to the current state of the compound. Read More
Granada compound management 'Western' or not? by DesertRed
I am moving to Granada compound in a week. I have heard mixed feedback regarding whether is is being run as a 'Western' compound or not. I also heard that it is changing management right now. More to the point....is it 'Abaya Free'? My wife was ...
Hi, It has been a while since anyone updated this post and I am wondering if anyone can provide some current feedback about Granada. The atmosphere, nationalities, management...etc. We are looking into a few compound in Riyadh and Granada seems to ... Read More