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A cozy seating area with table and chairs on a terrace overlooking a garden landscape.
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Modern bike hall with white helmets on a wooden shelf and bikes mounted on the wall
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A calm spa setting with a massage table topped with gray towels and red blossoms.
Vereinigte Arabische Emirate ∙ Region Dubai ∙ Dubai-City

Bab Al Shams, A rare finds Desert Resort, Dubai *****

DXB178
Fitness
Wellness
Family
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Location

Nestled amidst sand dunes and surrounded by a natural desert landscape, you will find this spectacular 5-star desert paradise.
The bustling center of Dubai and Dubai Airport (DXB) are approximately 75 km away.
Traditional sandstone building surrounded by many palm trees under a cloudy sky.
Desert landscape with scattered palm trees and sand dunes under a cloudy sky.
Hotel entrance with palm trees and green bushes under a clear sky.

Facilities

Covered hotel entrance with columns and trees under clear sky.
Open lounge area with sofas and tables under a wooden roof at a hotel.
Large pool with blue water surface surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees in a hotel area.
Pool area in front of traditional desert architecture with palm trees in the background
Hotel pool area with loungers, umbrellas, and palm trees in a sunny outdoor setting.
Luxurious pool area with sun umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees at a hotel resort.
Elegant hotel restaurant with upholstered chairs, table settings, and a large indoor plant in the center.
Modern outdoor seating area with round tables and cushioned chairs in a bright courtyard with palm trees.
Modern hotel lobby with reception desk, warm lighting, and seating areas.
Elegant dining area with round table, chairs, and plant under wooden ceiling beams.
Pool area with lounge chairs and green umbrellas under palm trees on a clear sky day.
Modern hotel lobby area with seating, carpet, and stylish wooden ceiling elements.
Luxurious hotel lounge with comfortable seating and warm lighting.
Elegant hotel bar with counter seating, lounge areas, and creatively lit interior.
Elegant interior with seating area and bar in a luxury hotel overlooking a courtyard.
Sunset over a green garden with palm trees and other trees at a hotel resort.
The Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa, extensively renovated in 2023, combines rustic charm with first-class hospitality. The resort's architecture is inspired by traditional Bedouin construction and desert culture, but interpreted in a modern way, creating an exclusive, luxurious atmosphere.
The 115 spacious rooms and suites, as well as 8 villas, offer their own charm and comfort.
A culinary journey through the Middle East and beyond awaits gourmets in the resort's various restaurants. In the all-day dining restaurant “Zala,” Arabic and Greek cuisine merge in a charming rustic-modern setting. The “Al Hadheerah” offers an authentic desert flair – designed like a lively souk, it combines fine cuisine with a fascinating live entertainment program under the starry sky (for a fee). The "NINIVE" is inspired by 1001 Nights and impresses with North African and Eastern delicacies.
The “Anwa Sunset Lounge” takes you to distant flavor worlds with specialties from the Far East and Southeast Asia – accompanied by a breathtaking panoramic view of the desert and the vast sky. Those who let their gaze wander discover the magic of the stars.
In the “Ya Hala” lounge, charm merges with modern elegance – the perfect place for stylish evenings. In the center of the resort, the infinity pool with a view of the dune landscape invites you to relax – a place of tranquility amidst the magic of the desert.

Accommodation

Deluxe Garden View

The Deluxe Garden View rooms (G2W/G1W) are modern, comfortable, and decorated in warm colors. They have a size of approx. 37 sqm, a bathroom with a walk-in rain shower, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, satellite TV, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, minibar (for a fee), safe, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi (included). The Deluxe Garden View rooms face the garden or courtyard. The rooms do not have a balcony.

Elegant hotel room with large bed, rug, and big windows in daylight
Cozy seating area with striped cushions, pillows, and wooden shuttered windows in a bright room.
Modern bathroom with washbasin, large mirrors, and warm lighting accents.
Bright hotel room with double bed, rug, ceiling fan, and balcony access overlooking a garden.
Modern bike hall with white helmets on a wooden shelf and bikes mounted on the wall
Modern bathroom with washbasin, large mirrors, and warm lighting accents.
Sunny hotel terrace with seating area, palm trees, and lush greenery in the background

Terrace Garden View

The Terrace Garden View rooms (TER/TRS) are approx. 47 sqm. They have the same amenities as the Deluxe Garden View rooms, but are located on the ground floor and also feature a terrace with a seating area and table. The rooms overlook the garden or courtyard.

Terrace Desert View

The Terrace Desert View rooms (DB/DEB) have the same size and amenities as the Terrace Garden View rooms. The rooms overlook the desert.

Bright hotel room with double bed, rug, ceiling fan, and balcony access overlooking a garden.
Modern bathroom with washbasin, large mirrors, and warm lighting accents.
A cozy seating area with table and chairs on a terrace overlooking a garden landscape.

Meals

Breakfast

Rich breakfast buffet or à la carte in the all-day dining restaurant.

Modern hotel lobby with reception desk, warm lighting, and seating areas.

Half Board

With half board booked, dinner is also served in the all-day dining restaurant. Water and soft drinks are included with dinner.
December 31st: Gala Dinner

Sports included

Fitness center with strength and cardio equipment. Open 24 hours daily.

Sports for a fee

Desert tennis, desert safari, nature walk, archery, fat biking

Children's program

Wooden playground with climbing frame and slide in a sandy area with palm trees
Children's playground with slide and climbing frame surrounded by palm trees and sandy ground
Modernly furnished hotel dining area with large windows and simple furniture.
Outdoor metal spring art installation with sand and plants in the background
Children's pool and playground, as well as an outdoor play area.

Wellness

Enjoy peace and relaxation in "The Desert Spa". Sauna, steam bath, and relaxation area included. Various treatments such as facial and body treatments are available for a fee.
A dark brick room with benches along the sides and a clock on the wall.
A calm spa setting with a massage table topped with gray towels and red blossoms.

Hotel service

Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

Credit card

Deposit: A credit card or cash deposit may be required upon check-in for unforeseen expenses.

Hotel contact

Bab al Shams Desert Resort & Spa
Tel.: +971 4 809 6100
babalshams.com

Hotel features

  • Luxury travelers
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Fitness
  • Spa
  • Family friendly

Sustainability

Travel for the Future provides guidance for making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunftThis hotel has the following certification:
  • Earthcheck

Notice

Every hotel room guest in Dubai is required to pay a fee to the Emirate of Dubai as a tourism tax. The fee is to be paid exclusively on-site in cash upon check-out. Prices are per room per night:
- 5-star hotel 20 AED (approx. €5)
- 4-star hotel 15 AED (approx. €3.50)
- 3-star hotel 10 AED (approx. €2.50)
- 2-star hotel 10 AED (approx. €2.50)
- 1-star hotel 7 AED (approx. €1.70)
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In the UAE, most rooms are equipped with a king-size bed or two queen-size beds or 2 twin beds. For an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 child, accommodation will be with 1 king-size bed and, depending on availability, an extra bed/sofa bed (partly for a fee). For 2 adults and 2 children, accommodation will be with 2 queen-size beds or 1 king-size bed and 1 or 2 extra/sofa beds (depending on availability and room size, and partly for a fee).
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Please note that check-in at this hotel is only permitted for guests aged 18 and over. Alcoholic beverages are only served to guests aged 21 and over.
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Group bookings (from 10 rooms) can only be booked upon request.
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For flights departing between midnight and 4 am, the hotel stay ends on the previous day at 12 pm. Late check-out is available for a fee on-site.
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Please observe the following currently applicable rules of the Emirate of Dubai: Children must be accompanied by an adult supervisor when swimming in a regular pool.

Destination information

In the United Arab Emirates, continuous growth leads to various construction projects.
This may cause visual and acoustic disturbances in some areas. These construction activities are part of the country's ongoing development and modernization.

Seasonal information

During the fasting month of Ramadan, there may be restrictions in the UAE. Furthermore, hotels use this time for maintenance and minor renovation work, during which disruptions such as pool closures may occur. In addition, some restaurants may be closed as meals are not served everywhere. The entertainment program at the hotel will be canceled or restricted.

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Last updated: 21.02.2026 01:23