Al Maha Desert Resort is an idyllic, exclusive oasis, set within a 25-square kilometre desert conservation reserve - a place where a commitment to service and total guest satisfaction is underlined by a ratio of three staff to every one of the sumptuous guest suites - ensuring attentive and personalised service 24-hours a day.

Built in the style of a traditional Bedouin encampment the main building is testimony to a way of life which has not changed in thousands of years. Here, guest areas are adorned with traditional artifacts and precious antiquities.

Framed by the Hajar Mountains in the distance - this is a place of unique contrasts. Luxurious individual suites with private pools, fine dining, exquisite wines, panoramic skyscapes and indigenous flora and fauna are all set within wide open plains, the effect of which is one of transformation - allowing guests to unwind, relax and experience total peace and balance.

Guests at Al Maha can take part in a number of on-site activities including falconry, horse and camel safaris, archery and guided nature walks. More adventurous travellers can also take part in a range off-site activities ranging from historical and architectural tours in and around the Hajar Mountains to sand-skiing and 4x4 dune driving .

The Legend of Al Maha (Arabic for Arabian oryx) describes a magical place where water flowed from a rock, a perpetual spring fed by ancient underground lakes.

** Please note **
Standard check in time is 14:00 hrs and check out time is 12:00 hrs. They are very strict in their policy and hence guests are not permitted to arrive at the resort before 1400 hours on the date of arrival.

Hotel Accommodation
37 individual Bedouin Suites:
75 square metres * Private temperature-controlled pool (7.5 metres x 6.5 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 * Bvlgari amenities * Minibar * Complimentary water, tea and coffee making facilities * Satellite TV, DVD, data ports * Bluetooth * In-room safe

Two Royal Suites:
175 square metres * Large temperature-controlled swimming pool (13.5 x 7 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 * Bvlgari amenities * Large lounge * Minibar * Complimentary water, tea and coffee making facilities * Satellite TV, DVD, data ports * Bluetooth * In-room safe

Two Emirates Suites:
375 square metres * Large temperature-controlled swimming pool (14 x 6 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 * Bvlgari amenities * Spacious lounge with dining facilities * Residential quarters for guests' private staff (housekeeper, security or chef) * Spacious courtyard * Roomy kitchen * Minibar * Complimentary water, tea and coffee making facilities * Satellite TV, DVD, data ports * Bluetooth * In-room safe

Guests staying in Emirates Suite will get below benefits:
Bottle of Champagne
Fruit basket
Complimentary Private Deck Dining or Dune Picnic

Awards
With 11 international awards to its name, Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa has been acclaimed on the global stage since it first opened in 1999. This praise has not only been in acknowledgement of the facilities and dedication to standards of service, but also in recognition of it's leadership position in architecture, sustainable design, and it's contributions to the preservation of regional heritage and of course the enormous contributions to conservation.

Hotel Restaurants and Bars
The finest international chefs ensure guests enjoy the very highest culinary standards, wherever they choose to dine - from the relaxed informality of Al Diwaan restaurant and its alfresco veranda, to the intimacy of a romantic meal on the private deck of a guest suite.

All Inclusive Package
On Site Activities included in the rates are :
Desert Safaris within Al Maha Reserve
Archery
Falconry
Camel Riding
Horse Riding Safaris
Maximum of 02 Activities per day per person is included in the rates any additional activities will be chargeable.

Hotel Activities and Entertainment
Guests are entitled to two complimentary on-site activities during their stay at Al Maha. Traditional desert pursuits, such as falconry, camel treks, horse riding and archery, recall a former way of life. For sheer excitement, an outing in a rugged four-wheel drive vehicle cannot be beaten. In contrast, guided nature walks offer a quieter and more informative way to experience the desert.

Falconry:
'Fly to the lure' demonstrations, which take place during the cooler parts of the day, give guests the opportunity to see and photograph falcons in flight. Guests can view various species up close in the courtyard and even handle these magnificent hunting birds under the careful supervision of a specialist Field Guide.

Camel Treks:
Guided camel rides are conducted through the Al Maha reserve, giving guests an opportunity to see the natural splendour of the Arabian desert from the back of one of its most famous, and iconic inhabitants.

Horse Riding:
Guided horse rides are conducted through the Al Maha reserve, giving guests the opportunity to see the natural splendour of the landscape from the back of one of its most noble inhabitants. No other activity captures the romance of the desert in quite the same way.

Archery
Both novice and experienced archers can test their skills with the traditional recurved bow in a specially designated archery area within the Al Maha reserve. With a little expert tuition and sufficient practice, guests can experience the adrenalin rush that accompanies the skilful use of this age-old weapon.

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 experienced field guides, all of whom are dedicated conservationists. Binoculars are provided on request.

Dune Safari:
Unlike horses or camels, a four-wheel-drive vehicle can quickly transport guests to some of the more isolated parts of the Al Maha reserve. For many, however, the off-road driving is a highlight in itself.

Spa:
A world-class sanctuary of health and well-being * Signature treatments featuring the exclusive Timeless range of products made from Arabic dates and frankincense * Single or double massage rooms * Hydrotherapy and Rasool rooms offering privacy, comfort and peace * State-of-the-art 'LifeFitness' equipment for body sculpting * Sauna * Steam room * Indoor jacuzzi * Ice-cold plunge pool * Specialist cuisine to awaken the senses * Indigenous flora and water features and panoramic views of the desert and mountains

Hotel Children Information
Reservations for clients with children below 12 years of age shall NOT be accepted by the hotel.

Spa Information
Al Maha Timeless 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.

Timeless Spa specialises in a wide range of wellness, rejuvenation and beauty therapies using a fusion of healing practices drawn from the wisdom of diverse cultures cross the world.

Developed in partnership with Babor, the Timeless Spa Product range delicately combines the inherent properties of dates and frankincense - two ingredients deeply rooted in Arabic culture.

A Green Hotel
From the very beginning, Al Maha has been instrumental in creating the conservation reserve within which it is set and we continue our dedication to that cause on an ongoing basis, with a proportion of our profits going directly to the DDCR (Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve). By staying with us, you will be actively supporting our desert conservation programmes, as a portion of our turnover is put directly into conservation projects.

One of the reasons the resort and the reserve area was originally chosen was due to its ability to protect one the largest, and last remaining underground water reservoirs. Three bore-wells on the reserve provide all the resort water from these ancient aquifers. Free and rid of the heavy demands of spray irrigation and industry these precious aquifers are now sustainably utilized, monitored continuously, and showing no reduction in quality and level from the day the resort began in 1999.

Hotel Additional Guest Services
At Al Maha, guests are cared for with courtesy and discretion by dedicated Guest Relations Coordinators, Field Guides and resort staff hand-picked for their commitment, customer-focus and professionalism. This 3:1 staff to guest ratio ensures exceptional, personalised service allowing guests the freedom to choose what to do and when to do it - from fine dining to a variety of on and off-site leisure activities.

Transfer to Hotel
Al Maha is just a short 65km drive from Dubai, along the Dubai / Al Ain Road. One Way Private transfer is included in price.

Hotel Local Attractions
Discover a whole new world away from the bustle of city life, amid impressive dunes and lush palms. With access denied to non-residents, you'll be welcomed into a private sanctuary, offering seclusion, tranquillity and luxury in equal measure, from the minute you enter our peaceful reserve until you leave, the richer for your desert experience.