Al Maha Desert Resort

Overview

Al Maha offers exclusivity and luxury to connoisseurs of comfort who seek the true taste of romance and magic in the Arabian Desert. Boasting unobstructed panoramic views of the Hajar Mountains and the surrounding sand dunes, the resort is designed as a Bedouin encampment in a protected reserve where you can experience the authentic culture and heritage of Arabia and protected wildlife and flora during complimentary daily activities from archery, camel safaris, and 4-wheel dune driving. For pure relaxation the Timeless Spa offers signature treatments featuring local products, with traditional Rasool rooms and cold plunge pool.

Rooms from

01 Jun - 07 Sep 2010
from £270 Per Person / Per Night
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Rooms

Facilities Common to all Rooms

The resort's 37 spacious (75 square metres) stand-alone 'Bedouin' Suites have been conceived as Bedouin tents, but, amazingly, incorporate the creature comforts of a deluxe hotel, lavishly furnished with Persian carpets, antiques and objets d'art - and complete with air-conditioning, bath and shower, mini-bar, satellite television, DVD-player, telephone and private terrace area with swimming pool surrounded by a wooden deck and with 180-degree desert views. Or choose one of the superb 175 square metre Two-Bedroom Royal Suites - or, most prestigious of all, the stunning 375 square metre Emirates Suite, with its own swimming pool.

Amenities: Safety Deposit Box ~ Air Conditioning ~ Balcony/Terrace ~ Bath ~ Bath Robe ~ DVD Player ~ Fridge ~ Hair Dryer ~ Heating ~ MiniBar ~ Private Pool ~ Radio ~ Room Service ~ Satellite TV ~ Shower ~ Tea/Coffee Making Facilities ~ Telephone ~ Television

Bedouin Suite

The resort’s 37 individual Bedouin Suites, measuring 75 square metres, have been conceived as Bedouin tents feature a temperature-controlled pool (7.5 metres x 6.5 metres), surrounded by a wooden deck. Lavishly furnished with handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts – and complete with air-conditioning, mini-bar, satellite television, DVD-player, data ports, Bluetooth, in-room safe, custom-made super king-size bed, spacious bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, king-size bath, a ‘his and hers’ vanity area, with Bvlgari amenities.

Amenities: NA

Royal Suite

Two superb Two-Bedroom Royal Suites, measuring an impressive 175 square metres, feature a temperature-controlled pool (13.5 metres x 7 metres), surrounded by a wooden deck. Large lounge lavishly furnished with handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts – and complete with air-conditioning, mini-bar, satellite television, DVD-player, data ports, Bluetooth, in-room safe, 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, with Bvlgari amenities.

Amenities: Lounge

Emirates Suite

Two stunning Two-Bedroom Emirates Suites, measuring a generous 375 square metres, feature a temperature-controlled pool (14 metres x 6 metres), surrounded by a wooden deck. Spacious lounge with dining facilities lavishly furnished with handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts – and complete with air-conditioning, mini-bar, satellite television, DVD-player, data ports, Bluetooth, in-room safe, 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, with Bvlgari amenities. Residential quarters for guests’ private staff (housekeeper, security or chef), roomy kitchen, and spacious courtyard.

Amenities: Dining area ~ Kitchenette ~ Lounge

Facilities

Hotel Facility Details

Disabled Facilities ~ Gym ~ Laundry Service ~ Nature Trails ~ Spa

Activity Details

Archery ~ Excursions ~ Horse Riding ~ Nature Trails ~ Spa Treatments

Entertainment

The Bar

Offering spectacular views of the desert, Al Maha's bar deck is a wonderful place for sundowners. Inside, the bar is richly decorated with beautiful artwork and antiques.

The Lounge

The Lounge and its veranda are places for meeting, reading or simply watching the indigenous animals gather at the nearby waterhole. Should guests wish to enjoy an informal snack or meal in these relaxing surroundings, it can easily be arranged.

Wellness

Timeless Spa

Set in its secluded location below towering palms, and with open views of the desert and mountains beyond, the signature Timeless Spa is complemented by a wealth of fitness facilities as well as Jacuzzi, steam and sauna rooms, ice-cold plunge pool and the stunning infinity pool. With all these fitness and leisure options available, Al Maha provides a wonderful backdrop in which to enjoy a rejuvenating and relaxing range of spa treatments and exercise regimes.

All Inclusive Details

Restaurants

Al Diwaan Restaurant

Dining at Al Maha is about options in an atmosphere of relaxed informality. Styles range from Mediterranean to Arabic, in settings which can be intimate or informal. All meals are inclusive and guests can enjoy a sundowner on the terrace or a relaxing drink in The Bar. 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. With a variety of options from the Middle East and Mediterranean, and with special theme menus featuring Indian, Sri Lankan and Japanese dishes, Al Maha's cuisine is exotic and enticing.

Payment Details

Money Exchange

Yes

Credit Cards Accepted

American Express

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