Nestled among the dunes, the low-lying Bab Al Shams combines rustic charm with top-tier hospitality and luxury, bringing to life an authentic desert experience. Though isolated from the hustle and bustle,  Bab Al Shams remains easily accessible through a mere 45-minute drive from both Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports. From temperature-controlled pools to archery ranges and falconry exhibitions, it offers all the elements required to create a memorable stay. Outside, the resort’s desert ecosystem hosts gazelles, birds, geckos and a cornucopia of wildlife. Every visit is an adventure, with riders on horses and camels putting on spectaculars, and tanoura dancers twirling their own beats. Falconry demonstrations and enthusiastic belly dancers complete the scene. 

 

Why the Kids Will Thank You: 

Splashing Good Times: 

Made with younger guests in mind, the kids’ pool – adjacent to the kids’ club – is a great destination for a safe splash. With a lifeguard on duty, the shallow pool guarantees hours of fun for children – giving parents a chance to relax and indulge.

Kids Clubs:  

At the Aladdin’s Kids Club, children explore, play and build under adult supervision. Dancing, arts, crafts, and games are just some of the activities available in this child-friendly wonderland. 

 

Family-Fun: 

Explore the Great Outdoors: 

Desert Tour Experience: Adventure through the desert in style in one of the hotel’s open-top Land Rover Defenders. It’s the best way to get close to the protected indigenous wildlife – such as the desert gazelle and Arabian Oryx. 

Nature Walk: The Bab Al Shams Nature Walk is the ideal introduction to the hidden wonders of the Arabian Desert. Your dedicated guide will take you to the best vantage points to observe unspoiled landscapes, stunning sunsets, and possibly the gazelles, geckos or birds that call the dunes home. It’s suitable for most ages and fitness levels.

Falconry: Explore the age-old desert tradition of falconry with expert falconers. In days past, desert nomads woke at dawn to hunt with their birds before the sun rose high. 

Archery: Celebrate a sport that has shaped the history of hunting and competition. Through archery, you can discover the joy of losing a perfectly aimed arrow at your target under the keen eye of our experts. Suitable for all skill levels, 

Fat Bike Riding: Exhilaration has a new name when you traverse the desert on a bike designed for the dunes. Equipped with wide tires to skim over the sand, your tour leader will guide you through the desert landscape. It’s suitable for ages 12 and above.

Horse Riding: Long a part of Arabian culture and myth, the Arabian steed stands tall as an icon of desert heritage. Relive this heritage while you ride leisurely through soothing horizons. The adventure includes ponies for younger riders.

Camel Riding: Head out into the sunset as part of a camel caravan, surrounding yourself with the breath-taking beauty of the Arabian desert. The sunset camel rides are the best way of experiencing desert life and harking back to the tribal nomads of old as they roamed from oasis to oasis. 

Rainy Day Fun: 

 

Why Parents Love it:

The desert landscape starts from the edge of the pool and continues to infinity. The twin pools open guests to a world of relaxation and infinite possibilities. These pools also feature a pool bar. 

The award-winning Satori Spa indulges all the senses. Relax and unwind in a private treatment room, or head for the couples’ therapy room for a shared luxurious experience.

Al Sarab Rooftop Lounge: The two-level rooftop lounge offers the city’s most authentic Arabic atmosphere and looks out over a stunning desert landscape. In the evening, the venue transforms into a setting straight out of 1001 Arabian Nights, with dimmed lights, music, and the aroma of the traditional Arabian shisha.

At Bab Al Shams, your desert getaway needn’t interfere with your fitness goals – the gym offers workouts on demand. Designed to maximize results while making smart use of space, the Compact Gym is open 24 hours. 

Snuggle Up:

The Superior Room has a maximum occupancy of 2 adults and 1 child, accommodating either a king-sized bed or two twins. The slightly larger terrace room and junior suites, with either two twins or a king, can also host 2 adults and 1 child. The Deluxe suite, however, hosts up to 2 adults & 2 children. Suites have a separate living room and a private bar. 

 

Good Eats:

Embark on a culinary journey with Bab Al Shams’s five-star fare. Whether you decide to explore an Arabian culinary spectacle at Al Hadheera or opt for the tantalizing tandoori flavors of Masala, the collection of award-winning restaurants offers gourmet experiences for a wide range of palettes. 

Le Dune: Italian elegance meets old-world Arabia in a warm ambiance, as Le Dune curates fine Italian fare in a desert oasis. The pizza is fresh and piping hot, the pasta served Al Dente, and the bruschetta a perfect combination of crispy and chewy. 

Al Hadheerah Restaurant is a centerpiece of the Bab Al Shams experience. Delicious Arabic fare rules the root here, with a generous buffet accompanied by a la carte options. 

 

For Your Convenience: 

Services On Request: 

Crib, rollaway bed, or connecting Room 

Nearest Airport:

Dubai International Airport