Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa Hotel in Dubai

Nikki O'Hare, Dubai

A rare desert oasis, we think that Al Maha is perfectly suited for couples in particular honeymooners, and activities on site are certainly more adult focused. An ideal escape away from the pace of Dubai and a perfect desert rendez- vous.

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A member of the “Leading Hotels of the World”, Emirates Al Maha Desert Resort emerges from the desert like a dazzling mirage. Authentically Arabian, and built in the style of an ancient Bedouin village, this internationally-acclaimed resort is a tribute to traditional life in the Arabian Desert. This was UAE’s first eco tourism project and has proven such a success that the area has been expanded to provide a refuge for endangered species. Each private suite is furnished with unique and rare collections of Arabian art and antiquities. This remarkable hideaway resort offers incomparable service and hospitality in the most unique of settings. As part of your stay here you can choose up to two complimentary activities each day to enhance your experience at this incredible resort. Resembling an ancient Bedouin encampment, this secluded internationally-awarded resort offers stunning experiences and modern luxuries amid the perfectly serene desert.

Room Types

Our Comments and Suggestions on choosing a Room Type:

Beautifully decorated and at home within the desert, the suites here are of the highest possible standards. Beautiful spaces with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes, and private swimming pools provide the ultimate in seclusion and exclusivity. Feel far from the stresses of day to day life with these incredible suites, each one tastefully appointed and scatter with exquisite antiquities.

Bedouin Suites each have a private swimming pool with stunning vistas of the seemingly never-ending desert and Al Hajjar Mountains. Thoughtful extras such as binoculars are provided in your suite and your private deck provides an exclusive area should you chose to dine privately or just spend some time alone relaxing. Super King size beds and his and hers vanity units make this a super inviting place to stay.

  • Features
  • Private temperature-controlled swimming pool (5 x 4 metres) surrounded by a wooden deck
  • Handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts
  • Custom-made super king-size bed
  • Spacious bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, king-size bath, a 'his and hers' vanity area
  • Area: 75 square metres

Royal Suites here are utterly luxurious with two bedrooms and a large lounge to relax in. An exclusive experience with own private pool and all the latest in room technology provides that home from home experience.

  • Features
  • Private temperature-controlled swimming pool (7x 5 metres) surrounded by a wooden deck
  • Handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts
  • Two large bedrooms
  • Custom-made super king-size beds
  • Spacious bathrooms featuring a walk-in shower, king-size bath, a 'his and hers' vanity area
  • Large lounge
  • Area: 175 square metres

Emirates Suites are set privately away from the main resort and offer two large bedrooms, a courtyard, separate living area and a pool deck for alfresco dining. Your own private kitchen staff provide for your catering needs, so your family and friends can relax in the ultimate in exclusivity.

  • Features
  • Large temperature-controlled swimming pool (12 x 4 metres) surrounded by a wooden deck
  • Handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts
  • Two large bedrooms
  • Custom-made super king-size beds
  • Spacious bathrooms featuring a walk-in shower, king-size bath, a 'his and hers' vanity area
  • Residential quarters for guests' private staff (housekeeper, security or chef)
  • Spacious courtyard
  • Roomy kitchen
  • Spacious lounge with dining facilities
  • Area: 375 square metres

The Presidential Suite is simply the most stunning of the suites at Al Maha. 530 square meters of opulence is carried across three bedrooms, spacious bathrooms, lounge and a sophisticated dining room. Complimentary mini bars and selected spa treatments per guest provide personalised service for your family. Personal Chefs create sumptuous meals and a Barbeque area allows you to dine alfresco. Simply extravagant, simply stunning.

  • Features
  • Large temperature-controlled swimming pool (10 x 8 metres) surrounded by a wooden deck
  • Handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts
  • Barbecue set up
  • Three large bedrooms, two with custom-made super king-size beds and one with twin beds
  • Spacious bathrooms featuring a walk-in shower, king-size bath, a 'his and hers' vanity area
  • Residential quarters for guests' private staff (housekeeper, security or chef)
  • Spacious courtyard
  • Extensive kitchen
  • Spacious lounge with dining facilities
  • Two Minibars
  • Plasma screen in the majlis, satellite TV, DVD, wireless telephone, data ports, internet connectivity
  • Private parking
  • Benefits
  • Complimentary Minibar
  • One complimentary 60-minute selected spa treatment per guest per stay
  • Private and personalised activities including Camel Trek and Sundowners
  • Complimentary Private Deck Dining or Desert Picnic
  • Complimentary bottle of Champagne
  • Complimentary fruit basket
  • Area: 375 square metres

Additional Information

Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa offers 4 rooms types to choose from including:

  • Bedouin Suites
  • Royal Suites
  • Emirates Suites
  • The Presidential Suites

All rooms feature a Minibar, Complimentary water, tea and coffee making facilities, Satellite TV, DVD, data ports and an In-room safe.

Awards

Named one the world’s “best ecotourism models” by national Geographic Adventure Magazine

Top 100 Overseas Leisure Resorts in 2011 Conde Nast Readers Choice Awards (only nominee from UAE)

Dining

Our Comments and Suggestions on Dining at Al Mahia:

Embracing the culinary cultures of the East and West, dining at Al Maha is a truly international experience, exciting to the palate, yet remaining relatively simple, honest and 'homemade'. Using the finest organic ingredients sourced from around the world; from free-range eggs and Halal meats to the freshest hand-picked fruit and vegetables, the resort provides a standard fit for any highly-awarded restaurant.

The Restaurant

Dine in sophisticated style at the signature Al Diwaan Restaurant, alfresco on the veranda with breathtaking views of the reserve, or in the privacy of your suite - the choice is yours.

Dune Dining

For an experience that will leave you with a series of delectable culinary memories, dine amidst the dunes in the privacy of the magical desert.

Deck Dining

Relax in the intimacy of a romantic meal, tailor made to suit your culinary desires on the private deck of your suite, where the chefs are more than happy to prepare any special requests that you may have.

In Suite Dining

Recharge in the comfort of your own secluded space and unwind with a romantic meal freshly prepared to suit your own distinctive tastes and served in the privacy of your own suite.

Features & Activities

Wildlife Drives

A gentle drive through the beautiful Al Maha landscape gives you the unique opportunity to get close and take photos of the free-roaming wildlife in the reserve.

Horse Riding

Feel the surge of adrenalin as you put your Arabian horse through its paces whilst taking in the infinite beauty of the desert landscape.

Nature Walks

With numerous species of flora and fauna indigenous to the Al Maha reserve, amateur biologists and botanists can test their powers of recognition in guided nature walks led by our field guides.

Desert Safaris

For a thrilling adventure, a four-wheel drive Desert Safari can quickly transport you to some of the more isolated parts of the Al Maha reserve.

Spa

Heavy wooden doors open up into a world of gently running water, the soft scent of essential oils and a refreshing breeze of cool air. For a truly rejuvenating and relaxing experience, Timeless Spa incorporates a suite of single or double treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi, and also offers yoga classes in the mornings.

Spa treatments are available to take either at the spa or privately within your suite. Rejuvenation and refreshment is key and curing tired body’s runs hand in hand with mind rejuvenation in the form of yoga and pilates.

Dubai Desert Reserve

With the fast pace urbanisation of Dubai, the local government recognized its need to conserve Dubai's original habitat and hence created the Dubai Desert Reserve. The Al Maha Resort and Spa is the only resort in the reserve. Every effort is taken to guard that the flora and fauna as well as the culture and heritage of the Arabian Desert. The tourist flow is also controlled to ensure that the eco system in not disturbed. Sustainability forms the core of our vision and has been acknowledged by The World Legacy award by National Geographic, the Arabian Cities Awards for Architecture and the best environmental design. Only guests of Al Maha get the opportunity to experience the Arabian Nights in the Desert Reserve.

Personal Guide

We assign you a personal field guide for your pursuits in the desert. Well experienced field guides enable you to uncover "the secrets of the deserts". Whether you want to explore the desert on foot, horse, camel or a four wheel drive, you will be in the hands of some of the most seasoned desert guides who will ensure your safety especially in an upredictable desert environment.

Culture & Environment

Along with the desert life, do not forget to visit some of the places mentioned below:

  • Arts & Culture
  • Dubai Museum 50.0 km/31.1 miles
  • Corporate Offices
  • Burj Khalifa 65.0 km/40.4 miles
  • Golf
  • Emirates Golf Club 65.0 km/40.4 miles
  • Local Attractions
  • Camel Race Track 40.0 km/24.9 miles
  • Gold Souk (Old And New) 50.0 km/31.1 miles
  • Dubai World Trade Center 65.0 km/40.4 miles
  • Shopping
  • Dubai Mall 65.0 km/40.4 miles

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Customer Review

Honeymoon to South Africa and United Arab Emirates during November 2011

United Arab Emirates Review

Very hospitable country though after the energy spent in SA we never really left the hotel.

Rated... 4stars

Signed:

Mr Colum Campbell

Dubai Factfile

Timezone:
GMT +4
Language:
English, Arabic
Currency:
UAE Dirhams
Best time:
Year round destination
Flights:
7 hours from Europe
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