Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort And Spa is located just a 45-minute drive from the busy city of Dubai. Upon arrival at the main gate there is a sand road that takes you into the desert for approximately 5 mi until you reach the resort’s main building. This exclusive desert resort has free roaming wildlife, guaranteed desert views and 42 private villas to relax in. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire property. The luxurious Bedouin style tents combine the heritage of Arabia with luxury, and all come with private temperature controlled swimming pools, private sun decks, a large bedroom with seating arrangements, a spacious bathroom with a soaking tub, a separate rain shower, luxurious amenities as well as a Nespresso® coffee machine and a carafe of sherry. Al Diwaan Restaurant offers a wide array of food offerings from a partial buffet and a-la carte breakfast to a 3 course lunch and a 5 course dinner as part of the room package. The restaurant has both inside seating arrangements and a large deck looking over the wide spread golden desert. In-room dining is also available. The Hajar Terrace Bar is a seating on the terrace looking over the wide stretched desert landscape. One can enjoy a selection of pastries and fruits in the morning, while in the afternoon a high tea set up is provided. This exclusive desert resort has free roaming wildlife, guaranteed desert views and 42 private villas to relax in. For an even more relaxed experience, guests can head to the Timeless Spa, where the highly qualified therapists can advise which massages suit one best. The property also features a gym, large pool, relaxation area as well as a whirlpool. Guests staying at the property have the option to join 2 of our activities where one can choose from early morning falconry, dune drive or nature walks. Free private parking is available on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Luxury Collection
Hotel chain/brand
Luxury Collection

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Asian, American, Buffet

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

  • Certified illustration
    Green Key (FEE)
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
10.0
High score for Murquab

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Misra
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Staff members were very polite and attentive. Particularly Ariel was super communicative and helpful.
  • Mariia
    Ukraine Ukraine
    Very attentive staff, delicious food, and many wonderful details that make the holiday special (for example, a canvas and crayons for drawing in the room, delicious tea and treats, and a complimentary wine from the hotel
  • Steve
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Amazing room, beautiful pool. Superb cuisine. Staff genuinely cannot do enough for you. Ease of check in / check out.
  • Paul
    Spain Spain
    Staff are all excellent. Villas are amazing and views stunning.
  • Darija
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    We had an amazing time. Villa is super nice, and all the stuff is great. Super nice experience! Highly recommanded!
  • Rand
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Quietness and the full ability to disconnect from the city.
  • Mickie
    United States United States
    The experience was one we will never forget. The most beautiful private cabana overlooking the desert. Watching the stars from our warm private pool at night. The exceptional staff that went above and beyond to make us comfortable. The morning...
  • Noha
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    it’s authentic look. the suites were different than we are normally used to in modern hotels which added to the experience. Being inside a conservation reserve and being in close proximity to animals makes it even more unforgettable. Furthermore,...
  • Jamie
    United States United States
    Everything. I have never stayed in a resort that was so in tune with guest needs and providing exceptional service in all aspects of their work. I would recommend anyone to stay, as we fully intend to return one day. Our room was magnificent, the...
  • Karim
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    the villa is amazing and very big and private. the pool is huge and overlooks the desert and wildlife.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Al Diwaan
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Fold-up bed

Activities

  • Archery
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels

Spa

  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • Arabic
  • English
  • Russian
  • Chinese

House rules
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 8 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

8+ years
Extra bed upon request
AED 1,190 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Children and infants below 8 years cannot be accommodated at the resort. The property is strictly for adults only.

By UAE laws, all guests are required to present a valid identification card upon check-in.

Please note that full board bookings include 2 desert activities per person per night’s stay.

Please note that there is an additional 20 AED tourism fee per bedroom per unit per night payable at the hotel directly.

A mandatory New Year's gala dinner, priced at AED 1,500 net per person, is required for all reservations on December 31st.

FAQs about Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai