Bab Al Shams Desert Resort

The Bab Al Shams Desert Resort is inspired by the traditional architecture of fortified Arab villages, designed to create a shaded environment, ward off the harsh desert sunlight, and keep the interior cool. The 115 rooms and suites are spread across walled blocks, surrounded by palm trees and winding pathways flanked by water features, just like a true desert oasis. The interiors feature light, fresh colors with Arabic decorative elements and softly lit alcoves. Most rooms and all suites have a balcony or terrace, providing a lovely personal outdoor space. The bathrooms are equipped with large mirrors, allowing the available light to naturally illuminate the cozy corners. The accommodations offer views of the gardens or the desert.

Dining at Bab Al Shams is an essential part of your stay, combining culinary excellence in a sparkling setting with the true flavors of Arabia. Starting with Al Hadheerah, an extravagant dinner experience that offers the ultimate in a dinner show, featuring belly dancers, musicians, falconers, and camel riders. The restaurant serves as a bridge between dinner entertainment of the past and present, surrounded by an exceptionally fantastic selection of dishes including grilled meats, seafood, crisp salads, unique desserts, and much more. Zala is located along the desert sands and serves Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes throughout the day, which will make your fingers lick. The manakish bread and basil hummus are star dishes on the menu. Anwa is situated on the rooftop terrace and offers a rotating menu of Asian delicacies. Additionally, you can also visit the Pool Bar for fantastic snacks in between.

Bab Al Shams offers a delightful selection of pools, so everyone can enjoy a day at the poolside. There is a spacious infinity pool, a lap pool, and a children's pool. Additionally, a rain shower is available. The complex is surrounded by decks with loungers, and there are plenty of shaded spots among the palm trees and covered seating areas. Experience a true oasis feeling in style in the desert.

The outstanding Desert Spa at Bab Al Shams offers a wide variety of personalized treatments, utilizing sustainably sourced natural products from world-class wellness and skincare brands such as De L’Arta, Bamford, Whind, and Maison D’Asa. Immerse yourself in a day of self-care and well-being, enhanced by nourishing treatments and a serene dip in the private outdoor oasis overlooking stunning desert panoramas. The invigorating and restorative treatments in the hammam seamlessly complement this experience. In the well-equipped fitness center, you can maintain your daily workout routine.

Bab Al Shams is ideally suited for families with children of all ages and offers fantastic activities and play areas. In addition to the pools, there is an adventure playground with a zip line, nature walks are organized, and children can participate in cultural activities such as Arabic calligraphy and falconry. On the lawn, there is a giant chess set and croquet can be played. Of course, there is also a playground for the youngest guests. Nearby, options include camel and pony rides, and at the Kids Club, children aged 5 to 12 can enjoy a comprehensive and varied program. The family rooms have two bedrooms and are the perfect accommodation for families.

A few years ago, Bab Al Shams was completely renovated, and a comprehensive plan was put in place regarding sustainability and nature conservation. A special installation was built to recycle water, as much food as possible is sourced from the immediate surroundings of the resort, and all single-use plastic has been phased out. Numerous projects have been implemented to continuously enhance sustainability in the daily operations of the resort.