Welcome to Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai
An Exclusive Luxury Desert Hotel 45 Minutes from Dubai
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort and Spa, Dubai is a private, guest-only oasis nestled among the lush palm groves, emerald canopies and iconic sand dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Our 5 star hotel offers secluded tranquility and iconic vistas of the sweeping plains and Hajar Mountain massif. Embark on a thrilling 4x4 drive through the dunes or experience the magic of the desert on horseback, enjoy a leisurely camel trek or nature walk. Join a signature desert safari or practice the distinguished arts of archery and falconry. Our luxury hotel offers 42 private villas with swimming pools and stunning views, combining understated elegance with authentic regional antiques, local artifacts, and thoughtful touches.
Rooms and Villas
Villas With a View
Our resort offers 42 individual villas including our Bedouin, Royal, Emirates and Presidential Villas. All villas are lavishly decorated with authentic and rare handcrafted Arabian furnishings, antiques, and artifacts.
Explore our Desert Activities and the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Our resort is nestled within the 225 sq. kilometers of the regions' unspoiled desert land that makes up 5% of Dubai's total land area.
Al Maha Experiences
The activities are reflective of the Bedouin way of life and showcase the uniqueness of the destination. These are a truly unequaled experience and vary from archery, nature walks, and desert drives to wildlife safaris, falconry, horse riding, camel trekking and sundowners in the dunes.
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
It is the largest area under-protected area management in the Gulf, the only one of its kind in the Middle East, and the largest land area ever dedicated to a single project in Dubai.
Timeless Spa
With signature treatments that only use organic ingredients, the Timeless Spa invites you to truly unwind, with treatment rooms, sauna, Jacuzzi and gymnasium.
Swimming Pools
Our resort has 43 temperature controlled swimming pools; each of our suites boasts a private infinity plunge pool while the main pool is located in the Timeless Spa.
GETTING HERE
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai - Al Ain Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 118887
On-Property
Local Shuttle د.إ425.00
WHAT TO EXPECT
Plan and Prepare for your Stay
The Legend of Al Maha
Since history has been recorded, men talked of a wondrous place within the depths of shifting dunes.
Old men told of this place where water flowed from a rock, the perpetual spring fed by ancient underground lakes. Birds gathered in the dense trees, Gazelle hid from the shimmering heat under matted palms, and occasionally even the hardened, elusive Arabian Leopard was seen in the distant mountains.
The desert is an unforgiving place to those who cannot read its signs or understand its subtle warnings. Without the grasses or the palms, the vengeful sands first covered the dry rock pools, then smothered the trees, and finally buried the encampment that had strangled the flow of water from the rock.
Through generations, young adventurers were lost in the shifting sand as they searched for signs of Al Maha. Many trekked over the buried place, only to fall next to their exhausted camels, a noble fate at the end of a fruitless journey.
Confounded by the disobedience of his hunting falcon, a young man followed his bird's movements over the dunes, only to find it perched on a thin branch protruding through the sand. Approaching the bird, the young man's anger turned to curiosity when he noticed small green leaves sprouting from the slender branch. Knowing this was a sure sign of water below, the youth and his brothers later returned to the same place and together they dug away the layers of time.
Finally, after removing a stout wedge in a rocky ledge, the brothers watched as water bubbled out and began to wash the sands away, revealing the ancient walls of the camp. Soon, the lost oasis reformed.
The brothers settled alongside the pools, vowing that never again would any man or animal of the desert be denied the source of all life. Palms and once-lost wild vegetation flourished around the ancient walls and rocky pools. The wild animals returned, but the surest sign of the rebirth of this fabled place was the return of the Arabian Oryx, after which the oasis had always been named.
Every time you stay at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, you have the support of a dedicated Guest Relations Coordinator throughout your stay.
Exuding the warmth and hospitality which are hallmarks of traditional Arabic culture, our well-trained staff will deliver your exact requirements with thoughtful, bespoke and pre-emptive service.
With the utmost discretion, your Guest Relations Coordinator will note and ensure that each personal requirement is met, every time you stay at Al Maha.They will take care of your pillow and food preferences, special dietary needs and itineraries, even pre-setting the ambient temperature of your swimming pool. Used to hosting visits by Presidents, Princes and VIP’s from around the world, the team at Al Maha is well equipped to cope with making arrangements for the most discerning of guests who expect matchless hospitality.
Your Guest Relations Coordinator can be relied upon to help orchestrate some of the most memorable moments in your life. With staff from 20 different nationalities, speaking 28 languages between them, we can help to communicate your exact needs and deliver them to perfection.
Many guests return to Al Maha time and time again, finding Al Maha is the favoured location for an idyllic stay in luxury, tranquility and privacy.
We are pleased to accommodate families; however, children under 8 years of age are not permitted in the resort.
Arabian Oryx
The place took its name from the proudest of all dune dwellers - the Arabian Oryx. Herds of these spear-horned antelope would appear out of the heat haze - nomadic bands seeking this place of shelter and respite.
Property Details
24 Hour Room Service
Daily Housekeeping
Turndown Service
Horseback Riding
Gift Shop
Dry Cleaning Service
Laundry
Room Service
Wake up Calls
Free Wifi
Free Coffee/Tea
Digital Check In
Service Request
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Smoke Free Property
Pets Not Allowed
Parking is available at the security gate, while there are also limited spaces available at the main building.
Accepts: Credit Cards
Concierge desk service
Currency Exchange
Languages spoken by staff:
English, Arabic, Afrikaans, Chinese, Russian
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +971 4-8329900
Accessible on-site parking
Self Operating lift or a sloped entry in hotel swimming pools
Valet parking for vehicles outfitted for drivers in wheelchairs
Van Accessible on-site parking
Accessible Entrance to On-Site Pool
Entrance to On-Site Business Center is Accessible
Entrance to On-Site Fitness Center is Accessible
Entrance to On-Site Spa is Accessible
Main Entrance is Accessible
Meeting Spaces are Accessible
On-Site Restaurants are Accessible
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Alarm Clock Telephone Ringers
Bathtub Grab Rails
Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Electrical Outlets
Mobility accessible rooms
Room Windows Open
Safety Chains and/or Latches on Guest Doors
Secondary Locks on Room Windows
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors
The Green Key Certified
Carbon Footprint: 360.91 kg per room night
Guest Room Recycling
Electric car charging
Frequently Asked Questions
The check-in time at Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai is 3:00 pm and the check-out time is 12:00 pm.
The pet policy at Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai is:
Pets Not Allowed
The parking options at Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai are:
The property amenities at Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai are:
Yes, Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai has free Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
The closest airport near Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai is Dubai International Airport (DXB). DXB is located approximately 65.0 KM from the hotel.