Umm Qais

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The ancient Roman city of Gadara is located in northwest Jordan near the town of Umm Qais. It is perched on a hilltop overlooking the Sea of Galilee. 

The Gospels of Matthew and Mark record an encounter between Jesus and a man possessed by a legion of demons. Jesus exorcises the demons, driving them into a nearby herd of pigs, which then run down into the sea and were drowned.
The ancient Roman city of Gadara is located in northwest Jordan near the town of Umm Qais. It is perched on a hilltop overlooking the Sea of Galilee. 

The Gospels of Matthew and Mark record an encounter between Jesus and a man possessed by a legion of demons. Jesus exorcises the demons, driving them into a nearby herd of pigs, which then run down into the sea and were drowned.
Sunset in the archeological site

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AL-Bustan House & Umm Qais

AL-Bustan House & Umm Qais

4 out of 5
Umm Qais Umm Qais Irbid
The price is S$123 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
S$123
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Umm Qais. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Umm Qais Ruins and Hamat Gader Hot Springs are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Incorrect description only two bedrooms. The dinner and breakfast was great.

Reviewed on 31 Aug, 2025

AL-Bustan House & Umm Qais
Beit Al Baraka

Beit Al Baraka

2.5 out of 5
Building 44, Al Mutanabbi street Umm Qais Irbid Governorate
The price is S$193 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
S$193
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Umm Qais. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Umm Qais Ruins and Hamat Gader Hot Springs are located ...
Beit Al Baraka
north paradise hotel

north paradise hotel

3.5 out of 5
irbed Irbid Irbid Governorate
The price is S$116 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
S$116
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irbid. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arabella Mall and Al-Hasan Stadium are ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026

north paradise hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Jordan EcoPark

Jordan EcoPark

2 out of 5
Shikh Hussien Area Waqqas Irbid Governorate
Stay at this campsite in Waqqas. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attraction Pella Museum is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Nice eco park. Near dam and waterfalls. Need car transportation. Best time to visit between Jan to April

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

Jordan EcoPark
Nakheel Suites

Nakheel Suites

2 out of 5
Pr. Hasan St. Irbid Irbid Governorate
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Irbid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Arabella Mall and Al-Hasan Stadium ...
Nakheel Suites
Alnahas Plaza Hotel

Alnahas Plaza Hotel

3 out of 5
university Circle, Front of Yarmouk Mall Irbid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Irbid. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Museum of Jordanian Heritage and Al-Hasan ...
Alnahas Plaza Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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