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

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

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Relax by the pool surrounded by a spacious deck and a large canopy, perfect for sunbathing or enjoying a drink.
Relax in this spacious room with a high ceiling, featuring a large coffee table and comfortable armchairs.
Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, and a small table, offering a view of the surrounding desert landscape.
Stroll through this peaceful courtyard, surrounded by a circular fountain and beautifully designed doors.
Enjoy a romantic dinner under the stars in our desert oasis.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai - Al Ain Road, Murqquab
  • IMG Worlds of Adventure
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Global Village
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Dubai Autodrome
    ‪57 min drive‬

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  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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  • Sleeps 3
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  • 5705 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool

  • 4036 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Murqquab

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai places you 26.5 mi (42.6 km) from The Sevens Stadium. This 42-room, 5-star hotel has private in-room pools along with a restaurant and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • Dubai Outlet Mall - 41 min drive - 30.3 miles
  • IMG Worlds of Adventure - 51 min drive - 39.8 miles
  • Global Village - 52 min drive - 41.2 miles
  • Dragon Mart - 54 min drive - 42.4 miles
  • Dubai Autodrome - 57 min drive - 44.1 miles

Getting around

  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 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 a full-service spa and a fitness center
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space.
32-inch LED TVs come with cable channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in Frette Italian sheets and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Private pools, furnished patios, and iPod docks are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite 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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite 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 center
  • 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 outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 7 and younger (only guests older than 7 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: AED 1500
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) 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

These are all of the 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai on Aug 7, 2025 start from $786.82, excluding 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 there parking available at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

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

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Does Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai feature a casino at the property?

No, Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples, including a private pool as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

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

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai serves breakfast for a surcharge at Al Diwaan Restaurant.

Does Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai.

Does Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Yes, every guestroom at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai comes with a furnished patio with some featuring desert views.

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

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai.

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

DeVal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so clean and beautiful. The staff was wonderful. We had a great time.
Stayed 22 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

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

Traveled 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 traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

sultan

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

10/10 Excellent

Nerissa

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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

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

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