Author: 
Bab Al Shams, a mesmerizing resort is synonymous to all-things luxury. From comforts to unique culinary experiences and endless chances for desert adventure, Bab Al Shams ensures an enriching journey of relaxation and discovery. The desert pool villas, rooms, and suites offer a perfect mix of luxury and old-world charm. With Moorish-inspired interiors and modern undertones, Bab Al Shams promises an oasis nestled in tranquility, unlike any other.
Rooms and Suites
Set amid the date palms and gold sand dunes, Bab Al Shams enjoys an escape from the ordinary. From suites to desert pool villas, guests can enjoy unparalleled comfort, in a picturesque setting with Arabian flair.
1. Desert Pool Villas
Desert Pool Villas offer an oasis in the desert, where you can rest in a haven of peace. Each villa comes with a private pool, splendid views of glittering golden dunes, and an attentive, dedicated Villa Host. Each stay here can be defined as the perfect synthesis of absorbing oneself in desert exploration while pampering in luxury for those who wish to experience an unforgettable getaway. You can pick between one and two-bed desert pool villas.
- One-Bedroom Villa
Private oasis consisting of sun-drenched dunes as well as breezy desert palms, with a pool and terrace. Ideal for couples or a getaway with friends, the one-bedroom villas exude contemporary elegance while being inspired by the natural beauty of the surrounding desert. With minimalistic design, organic forms, undulating curves, and large spaces filled with natural light, each villa offers its very own private pool, firepit, and terrace–truly an experience in barefoot luxury.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child (under 4 years old)
- Two-Bedroom Villa
Desert Pool Villas with two bedrooms offer a stunning desert getaway designed for families or friends- a paradise in which to reconnect with nature. Inspired by the breathtaking desert panorama of the dunes, the villas merge organic forms, sun-filled open spaces, and luxurious modern amenities. A private pool, firepit, outdoor terrace, and a dedicated maid’s room for convenience add to the delight here.
- Occupancy: 4 Adults or 2 Adults + 2 Children (under 12)
2. Rooms
Set in a desert environment, one of the Earth’s most eye-catching landscapes with beauty, people can find peace and obtain a profound relaxation amid the Mozarabic/Moresque ambience. The modern rooms come with Arabian touches, comfortable bedding, stunning interiors, and views of nature.
- Terrace Desert View Room
Enjoy the view of the vast golden sands from your personal terrace. Here is where luxury amenities and elegant decor provide that comfort with style. Whether you’re looking for a serene refuge or an adrenaline-filled sanctuary, this room walks the line between soothing and thrilling, surrounded by unimaginably beautiful desert scenery.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
- Terrace Garden View Room
A private heaven in the center of an overstressed city, this is the perfect place to catch breath and rejuvenate. The room is big enough to accommodate the family. Lace about on your own terrace, take in garden views from the quaint window nook, or enjoy a good soak in the zen-like marble bathroom.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
- Deluxe Garden View Room
An ultimate oasis for a perfect dream vacation, this is a dream-come-true of a stay. Grab the draperies and voila! your window becomes a canvas to sway the views of trees and palms. The inbuilt window seat with a delicious snack from the refreshments corner is sure to pamper you. A lovely bathroom clad in marble and an in-built shower walk-in are perfect to end a long desert day.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
- Deluxe Desert View Room
Tread through the desert magnificence right from your very room: enjoy its lavish golden dunes punctuated by all luxuries such as a huge bath, a cozy, built-in window seat, and a refreshment station. Enjoy a long slumber in a comfortable king or twin bedding, for a relaxed stay.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
- Deluxe Balcony Garden View Room
Step out onto your balcony and soak in the beautiful views from Bab Al Shams’ rich nature. A sanctuary of comfort, this room uses the palette of tranquil colors, and offers a designated sitting area to soak in the beautiful scenery. The ultra-spacious bathroom boasts a walk-in shower for an indulgent self-care area.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
- Deluxe Balcony Room With Desert View
Lose yourself in the soothing atmosphere of the dunes. This room has a private balcony where you can just soak up stunning views and warm winds from the desert. Also included in the room is a marvellous built-in window nook and a fine sitting area for taking in the morning coffee experience.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
3. Suites
Spend your day in a sanctuary by the sea where extravagance meets mother nature. The suites allow for countless unforgettable experiences in your romantic escape or a fun trip with family or friends.
- Junior Suite
With perfectly designed places to rest and relax and even work, the Junior Suite allows you to slow down and prepare yourself for the next adventure. Enjoy breathtaking views from your private balcony, cozy up to the charming nook by the window, or sink into your gloriously plush king bed for a calm night of sleep. Heighten your desert escape with a lavish pampering in the spacious marble bathroom complete with a walk-in shower.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
- Deluxe Suite
Step away into an opulent world with this suite that offers every little thing, delicately created for delightful moments. Capture all the lovely sights from your private terrace or balcony, or simply isolate yourself and host a gathering in your beautifully created sitting room with a bar. After a long day exploring Bab Al Shams’s offerings, you can retreat to your plush bathroom, where a bathtub or walk-in shower awaits to soothe you.
- Occupancy: 2 Adults + 1 Child
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
4. Family Retreats
Create memories that last a lifetime with family at Bab Al Shams family rooms and suites. Enjoy extra space and privacy with externally connected rooms but still be steps away from spending quality time together.
- Deluxe Family Room
The spacious getaway is excellent for families, with two externally interconnecting rooms comprising of a king-size bedroom that is comfortable and a twin bedroom that is cosy. Enjoy the exquisite views of the quiet desert, the beautiful gardens, or the pleasant courtyard. Furthermore, the facilities are perfectly supplemented with refreshment areas and the luxury of bathrooms fitted with large walk-in showers.
- Occupancy: 4 Adults + 2 Children
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
- Family Room With Terrace
Wake up to a beautiful terrace and enjoy during the mornings by sitting in an attractive window nook after an exciting day’s adventure. This is a room deliberately matched to your family’s needs and is fitted with all the best amenities, from two externally joined rooms: one with a king-size bed and the other with twin beds.
- Occupancy: 4 Adults + 2 Children
- Facilities: En suite bathroom, coffee/tea, WiFi, TV
For All Room Reservations Click Here
Dining Options
The myriad of dining options offers a fun sensory celebration, complete with live entertainment, stunning views, and authentic international cuisines.
1. Al Hadheera
Al Hadheerah is the Arabian theater of open-air dining and live entertainment rooted in far-off, varied Arabic cultures and is discovered between the Arabian desert and the night sky. Enter a living souk, where you walk through alleyways of live-cooked authentic Middle Eastern food. Enjoy your meal just as dancers, musicians, falconers, and camel riders come out to entertain you. To experience Al Hadheerah, it is to walk over a bridge between the past and the future when the soul of Arabian heritage becomes real under the desert stars.
- Timings: Daily from 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971 4 809 6194 or +971 4 809 6113
- Cuisine: Authentic Middle Eastern live-cooking
2. Anwā
Step out of the ordinary and into a surreal world, where mystical delights await at Anwā, a rooftop lounge with unparalleled views of Dubai. Sip on choice artisanal cocktails, eat a cosmos of Pan-Asian bites, and get ready to engage in spirited conversation. Gather your tribe and experience the magic that casts Anwā as a destination beyond compare.
- Timings: 4:00 pm – 1:00 am
- Contact: +971 4 809 6194 or +971 4 809 6113
- Cuisine: Pan-Asian
3. Zala
Experience a phenomenal treatment for your fantasies in Zala, as it brings Turkish and Greek flavors together in a combination of Mediterranean dishes. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, embraces the warm hospitality by the region where eating is a way of loving and connecting. Whether you’re planning a memorable couples’ dinner or a lively lunch among friends, then Zala is all set to slow you down, catch you up, and indulge in a little joy.
- Timings: Breakfast- 7:00 am – 11:00 am, Lunch: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Dinner: 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm, Saturday Lunch Buffet: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Contact: +971 4 809 6194 or +971 4 809 6113
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
4. Ninive Bab Al Shams
Ninive Bab Al Shams, enchanting restaurant draws inspiration from the book 1001 Arabian Nights and provides a fascinating dining experience that embodies the spirit of Middle East and North African cuisine. Embrace a charming mix of classical flavors and contemporary aesthetics in this chic Oriental venue nestled between the golden dunes of the Dubai desert.
- Timings: Sunday to Thursday: 4:00 pm – 12:00 am, Friday & Saturday: 4:00 pm – 2:00 am
- Contact: +971 4 809 6203
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern & North African
Lounge and Bars
1. Lobby Lounge
The Lobby Lounge is the ultimate place to unplug and wind-down. Tranquil decor with an outdoor terrace creates an ambience so soothing that you can sit back with great food and specialty mocktails after a long adventurous day. Let each mouthwatering dish take you one step further down the road of relaxation.
The Lobby Lounge has exactly what you need for that particular moment-from refreshment and lightness to richness and boldness-with some very fine mocktails. The drinks menu is full of treasures with non-alcohol creations- all carefully crafted to bolster their alcoholic counterparts, offering a perfect drink for everyone present.
- Timings: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971 4 809 6194 or +971 4 809 6113
2. Ya Hala
A rustic retreat for bon vivants, Ya Hala is a sophisticated premium cigar lounge blending an old-world club ambience. Every moment, whether looking for smooth cigars to savor or rare liquor to sip, calls for indulging. Just consult with their in-house sommelier as you slide through their refined menu selections.
- Timings: 5:00 pm – 1:00 am
- Contact: +971 4 809 6194 or +971 4 809 6113
3. Pool Bar
You are called by the views, but you are kept here by the poolside drinks, good eats, and a great vibe. Bab Al Shams’ swimming pool bar welcomes you to sip and soak, where good vibes and great views are a given. Whether sunbathing alone or splashing with friends, this bar will keep you fueled and ready for sun-soak for a good part of the day.
- Timings: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Pool Types: Kids’ pool, Plunge pool, Rain shower, Infinity pool (wheelchair accessible)
Bal Al Sham’s Experiences
Fill your stay with utter calm or fast-paced adventures. Either soak up the beautiful desert views from the comfort of the relaxing resorts, or venture out into the golden landscape for any of the guided activities.
1. Desert Drive Tour
Enjoy a private desert sightseeing tour in an air-conditioned 4×4’s. Visit the nearby Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve located within the Saih Al Salam desert filled with Desert Gazelles and the famous Arabian Oryx and be surrounded by beautiful white sands and stunning rolling dunes. The ride lasts for 50-60 minutes. You can also enjoy the desert drive tour with a sunset picnic for two.
Price: AED 1100
2. Fat Bike Desert Safari
Experience ecstatic adventure riding on a dune bike through the desert. Your fat bike, with its fat tires, glides over the desert sands, never sinking. A trained guide will show you the beautiful sights, sounds, and secrets of the desert surrounding Bab Al Shams.
Price: AED 300 per person
3. Private Hot-Air Balloon
You and a partner can go on a hot air balloon ride across the sea of dunes. A magnificent view floating in the sky above the Margam desert allows the whole experience to leave quite an imprint. Assuming a very early start, one expects the flying conditions to be perfect, with the added reward of witnessing the sun rise gradually on the landscape, settlements, and houses. The aerial spectacle will both amaze you with what you will see. The ride takes 4 hours.
Price: From AED 12,950
4. Guided Walk
Enjoy a personal connection with the undulating landscape of Arabian desert by walking over the soft dunes. The Bab Al Shams nature walk suits most age groups and fitness levels and integrates our guests’ experience with the best the desert has to offer. Our guides take groups into the vibrant ecosystem around the resort to hunt for the best spots to glimpse gazelles, hares, geckos, and over 20 species of birds native to the UAE desert.
Price: AED 225 for adults, AED 175 for kids
5. Desert Star Gazing
Go on an adventurous journey in the desert and get guided into cosmic discoveries. Grab a seat in beautifully designed majlis set in the dunes, where Arabic coffee will be served along with refreshments. Soak in the splendidness of the night sky at the place. Discover constellations, peer into the celestial wonders through a telescope, and learn the ancient tales that those mesmerizing stars have inspired.
Price: AED 700
6. Arabian Horse Riding
Experience the thrill of horseback riding while your horse walks nice and slow, taking you through the breathtaking scenery of the desert. You can enjoy all of this using only the most superbly planned routes and with the capable hands of a splendid master, available for almost any age and all skills, including using ponies for the younger riders.
Price: AED 400
7. Camelback Trekking
Return in time to the age of nomadic Bedouins who have navigated the desert sands with an enchanting camel expedition. Leisurely exploration has never been as easy: your sure-footed ride is perfectly at ease with the desert. The authentic desert experience is available for most ages and all levels of ability. All riders are required to present valid medical insurance cover prior to riding, riders failing to provide a valid medical insurance cover will not be allowed to ride. In addition, all riders are required to sign a waiver.
Price: AED 400 onwards
8. Falconry
What has made the UAE known and pioneered by many is falconry. Before, the desert nomads would wake up at the crack of dawn to hunt with their falcons before the sun rose high. At Bab Al Shams, you can get a unique insight into the artistry and skill that goes into training these amazing birds of prey.
Price: AED 225 for adults, AED 175 for kids
9. Archery
Archery is an old-time sport that helped shape human evolution through history in their roles as hunting, fighting and competition. This has everyone included- from newbies to experts as Bab Al Shams Archery Experience welcomes everyone with open arms to discover the bow.
Price: AED 225 for adults, AED 175 for kids
10.Arabic Coffee Making
Embrace the richness of Arabian culture by learning the traditional method of roasting Arabic coffee and serving it. Engage in the niceties of this traditional custom for an enhancing experience worthy of remembrance that lasts long after the final sip.
Price: AED 4500
Offers
1. BAS Summer Offer
One of the great attractive offers is the BAS summer offer. It gives guests savings and more benefits. It has a 25% discount for Rooms & Suites, a 20% discount for Villas, and a 30% discount for dining. So guests can enjoy a home-away-from-home in luxury, at affordable rates. Breakfast at Zala is included every day and guests also get an AED 250 credit for using spa and other resort services. Lastly, falconry display and a short camel ride are included as part of the offer.
2. Book Now, Travel Later
The ‘Book Now, Travel Later‘ promotion at Bab Al Shams offers guests enhanced reassurance and significant savings when bookings are completed at least 30 days before their arrival. In this package guests can enjoy a 10% reduction on the Best Available Rate, in addition to a complimentary daily breakfast to ensure a delightful start to each day. As part of the resort’s unique offerings, guests can also partake in a traditional falconry exhibition and a brief camel ride—ideal for those wishing to engage with genuine desert culture while experiencing the resort’s comfort and luxury.
3. Stay A Little Longer
Reserve a stay of three nights or longer and enjoy the enhanced benefits you rightfully deserve. This offer includes: 15% discount on the Best Available Rate, complimentary daily breakfast, and resort amenities such as a falconry display and a brief camel ride. Please note that a minimum stay of three nights is required.
Directions From Dubai Airport
Bab Al Shams is located around 70 km southwest of Dubai International Airport, and the drive typically takes about 45 to 60 minutes. Take E311 (Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road) or E66 (Dubai-Al Ain Road), then follow signs for Al Qudra Road (D63), which leads to the resort. Use Google Maps or Waze and search for Bab Al Shams Desert Resort. Free valet and self-parking are available at the resort.
- For all reservations: Click Here
- Contact: +971 4 809 6100
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babalshamshotel/
Don't miss out on the Latest Updates! Join our official
WhatsApp channel and follow us on
YouTube,
Instagram,
Facebook,
Twitter, and
TikTok for Breaking News.
Send your press releases to: pressrelease@traveltodubai.com
Follow Us