Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort
42 villas | Luxury Resort | Pools | Wellness & Spa
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai** is a private, guest-only oasis nestled within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, just a 45-minute 4×4 transfer east of Dubai International Airport. The resort’s design evokes a traditional Bedouin encampment, offering seclusion amid rolling dunes and the rugged Hajar Mountains
Al Maha is a Luxury Desert Retreat, a member of Marriott’s Luxury Collection, Al Maha balances understated elegance with authentic regional character. It’s set within a 25 sq km protected reserve, where conservation and high-end hospitality coexist
Highlights
- Desert Experiences: Wildlife drives, falconry displays, camel treks, horseback riding, archery, guided nature walks, and dawn yoga.
ACCOMMODATION
Al Maha comprises 42 individual pool villas, each designed as a private desert sanctuary and styled with authentic Bedouin-inspired furnishings and local artifacts
Four villa categories cater to every need:
Bedouin Pool Villa (75sqm): One-bedroom retreat with a super-king or twin beds, indoor & outdoor showers, walk-in closet, shaded majlis seating and a temperature-controlled private infinity plunge pool.
Royal & Emirates Pool Villas (375 sqm): Two-bedroom villas featuring two ensuite marble bathrooms, a spacious living/dining majlis, powder room, expansive deck and private pool framed by rolling dunes.
Presidential Pool Villa (530sqm): Three-bedroom haven with a grand majlis, formal dining salon, guest powder room, direct desert views, private pool and dedicated butler service.
All villas offer Frette Italian linens, handcrafted Arabian décor, high-speed Wi-Fi, media hub, in-villa bar and 24-hour room service.
DINING
Al Diwaan: The signature restaurant set in an open-air majlis overlooking the dunes, specialising in Arabic-Mediterranean fusion. Breakfast is served as a live buffet; dinner features an à la carte menu of regional specialties, from mezze platters to slow-roasted lamb.
Hajar Terrace Bar: Perched on a dune crest for sunset cocktails, mocktails and a curated wine list. Enjoy bar bites and afternoon tea against panoramic desert vistas.
Private Desert Dining: Choose from starlit Bedouin-style beach dinners, in-villa gourmet picnics or a sunrise breakfast in the dunes—each experience tailored by your personal villa host.
WELLNESS & SPA
Spa Facilities (3 400 m²): Nine treatment rooms (including a couple’s suite), Arabic-style hammam, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, cold plunge pool, fully equipped gym and an open-air yoga pavilion with desert sunrise views.
Signature Therapies:
Sodashi Oud Renewal Therapy – relieves tension, detoxifies and restores skin radiance using pure oud oil.
Al Maha Body Journey – a ritual combining fig and date exfoliation, full-body massage and a traditional milk & date foot masque for deep relaxation.
Wellness Packages: Integrated spa-stay experiences include daily yoga, desert meditation sessions and bespoke holistic treatments, plus all-meals at Al Diwaan.