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

5.0 star property
Luxurious boutique hotel with private pools

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Private pool
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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

Room options

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1884 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Presidential Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool

  • 5705 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Pool

  • 4036 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Murqquab

Murqquab retreat .You'll be 26.5 mi (42.6 km) from The Sevens Stadium with a stay at this Murqquab hotel.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Dubailand - 56 min drive - 43.5 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

Luxurious boutique hotel with private pools
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 2906 square feet (270 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Murqquab hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2906 sq ft of conference space
  • 270 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and DVD players. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include iPod docking stations and safes. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • Private plunge pool

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

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai

Children and extra beds

  • Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 7 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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

We've listed all 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 7 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

How close is Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai to the airport?

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai is 44.9 mi (60-min drive) away from the Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai on Jun 29, 2025 start from $786.93, 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.

Does Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai.

Does Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offer free breakfast?

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

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

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai is home to Al Diwaan Restaurant, which features international cuisine and al fresco dining.

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

This hotel has a spa, which features deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, and body treatments.

How close is Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai to downtown Murqquab?

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai is 4.2 mi away from Murqquab.

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