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Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre

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Private pool
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool
Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Room service
The current price is AU$2,161
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Explore the area

Map
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai - Al Ain Road, Murqquab
  • Global Village
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • IMG Worlds of Adventure
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Dubai Autodrome
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Royal Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool | Lounge

Royal Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 175 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Presidential Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 530 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 375 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Murqquab

A luxury stay in Murqquab awaits you at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai, a recipient of the prestigious Travel & Leisure 500 award in 2021. You'll find The Camel Farm and 117Live Arena in the vicinity. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, Ayurvedic treatments and mani/pedis along with access to the hot tub and steam room. The fine-dining restaurant, Al Diwaan Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym and sauna as well as access to ecotours and a safari. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the vicinity of this 5-property class Murqquab hotel include Dubai Outlet Mall and Mleiha Archaeological Centre.

What's nearby

  • Dubai Outlet Mall - 49 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Global Village - 55 min drive - 62.9 km
  • IMG Worlds of Adventure - 56 min drive - 62.2 km
  • Dragon Mart - 56 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Dubai Autodrome - 58 min drive - 70.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lounge Bar
  • Al Diwaan
  • ‪Al Dana Al Dahabeyah Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Brr - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace Bar - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai

Luxury hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 2906 square feet (270 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Murqquab hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2906 sq ft of conference space
  • 270 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and DVD players. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include iPod docking stations and a safe. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

Languages

Afrikaans, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Al Diwaan Restaurant

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,906 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • No lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • IPod dock
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai

Children and extra beds

  • Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 7 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: AED 1500
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: AED 1500 (from 8 to 18 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 20.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 7 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Al Maha
Al Maha Desert Resort
Al Maha Luxury Collection
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Murqquab
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Resort
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Resort Murqquab
Al Maha Resort
Maha Desert Resort
Maha Resort
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Resort Dubai Murqquab
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Dubai Murqquab
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Hotel
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Murqquab

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

As of 22 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai on 18 May 2025 start from AU$2,152.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Yep, Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai. It has a hot tub and a steam room. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai have a pool?

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What makes Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as private plunge pools and deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths and private pools in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

No, Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

ammar

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirolos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Dorado

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect in every way!

Perfect luxury if you want, peace, tranquility, superb service and wildlife and conservation on your doorstep.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phoi-Thi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best part of dubai

For us Dubai was disappointing until we got to this resort. It was amazing. Incredible staff. Wonderful rooms and we got the basic one. Food was great. Service for food outside of the restaurant was slow but it’s slow travel. Activities were great. We wish we had booked for more than two days. It’s worth going to Dubai just for this resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yung Hon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing!

Our family had an amazing experience at Al Maha. The facilities, food, service, and activities were all superb. We also were delighted to see numerous gazelle and oryx wandering in their natural habitat throughout the property.
Private pool in our room
Saw many oryx on our wildlife drive
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Al maha is a treasure with its natural beauty, it’s staff is unbelievable and the restaurant is superb. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good hotel, but minor things happened

The hotel room itself is really unique and private, and it had the most comfortable bed. You can see gazelles walking around. Also you can swim in your private pool while looking at the desert, while no one else can see you. However I did have some problems during my trip. I booked the tour for the afternoon, and then it started raining. I tried to call and confirm, at first no one picked up my phone at front desk, then they did pick up but never followed up again. After my tour time passed I called again and complained to the manager, who treated the issue seriously and followed up with me in the room. The manager also talked to me twice in the dining room with really nice attitude, and asked about if there is anything else he can do. I asked if I can have the brand of the mattress, and he asked the housekeeping manager to send me an email. I still have not received the email(I also sent a message from hotels.com and no reply) Another thing is be careful that the lunch is only included once per day, which I did not know, so I was charged the second time. Wish they would have told me before the second lunch. Overall I would recommend people to experience it at least once.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little get away from the craziness of Dubai

Great little get away from the craziness of Dubai city. Lovely large room and pool with plenty of wildlife to see from the comfort of your own pool. Good and service both excellent. We wouldn’t recommend staying any longer than a couple of nights.
Room 18
Falcon Show - (Eagle)
Dune Driving
Sunrise from room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La experiencia de estar en el desierto es excepcional e inolvidable. El servicio del hotel excelente. Recomendado por completo
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the setting and of course the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Potomac

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is amazing Staff superb Overall is a magnificent experience
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great service great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

sultan

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nerissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 Star Luxury Villa with Private Pool

We had the best time staying at Al Maha. The service was impeccable throughout our stay and the food was incredible. The private pool was much bigger than some other villas we’ve visited in the UAE and the views we amazing. It was incredible having the gazelles wander up to our villa and we even got to see some Oryxes from afar. We would happily return to Al Maha again and hopefully for a much longer stay the next time round
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than expected!

Stayed 2 nights and everything was over the top. I can very much recommend Al Maha for a few relaxing days. I did my fair share of research and was well prepared on how it would look, but everything was over our expectations. Extra bonus for the breakfast, which probably was the best I've had at a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
True glamping in a lovely conservation resort!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Overall good but bit overpriced

Overall a good option for a Dubai short break. For the price however, I would expect better facilities & a nicer pool area with a more luxury design. The villa felt a bit dated & the outdoor was a little small again relative to the price & some of their competitors. Activities were great but I would have like to do some mountain biking. The walking paths inside the hotel are a bit too narrow so often we had to stand on the sand to allow the vehicles to pass. In the restaurant many sections say 'healthy' but that food is NOT healthy...it's high in sugar...dates+mango+other sweet things is not healthy...a lot of sugar in everything (especially salad) is not good for you. I think a better idea would be some low carbohydrate or even keto meals.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible experience! Unsurpassed service, location and food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Johan w r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed, Los Angeles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome romantic hideaway. Everything about it is great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020