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Al Maha Desert Resort And Spa

Dubai, UAE

98 Excellent 649 Reviews
Al Maha Desert Resort And Spa
Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa, the centre of Dubai's heritage and conservation efforts, lies nestled within a green and verdant oasis amongst some of Arabia's most impressive dune and desert landscapes. Resembling an ancient Bedouin encampment this secluded, internationally-awarded hideaway resort offers personal and seductive experiences of the region's history and hospitality, in absolute comfort.

Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa is a tribute to traditional life in the Arabian Desert. Built in the style of an ancient Bedouin settlement, the neutral toned 'tents' shade individual suites of understated, modern luxury. Each private suite is furnished with original, unique and rare collections of regional artwork and antiques.
Hotel Address:
  • Al Maha Desert Resort And Spa
  • Sheikh Zayed Road
  • P O Box 7631
  • Dubai, 00000
  • UAE

Location Summary
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.

Directions to Hotel
From Dubai Take Al Ain Highways From The Country Club Roundabout. Meeting Point - Proceed To Exit 47 Margham And Follow The Al Maha Signs To The Meeting Point At Tawi Margham. This Is Clearly Indicated By Road Indictor Boards.
Note Bene
The hotel has genuine Arabic artifacts and its name is based upon a legend of the desert. Al Mahais is Arabic for Arabian onyx.
Disabled Access
One suite for handicapped individuals.
Fine Dining On Site
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.
Executive Retreat
The facility can accomodate 90 people theatre style and provides state of the art equipment.
Child Programs
No children below age ten.
Ecological Tourism
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.
Hiking
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.
Horseback 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.


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Hotel Amenities
  • - Disabled Access
    - Executive Retreat
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Spa Facility
Available Activities
  • - Ecological Tourism
    - Hiking
    - Horseback Riding


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