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Al Bander Hotel & Resort

4.5 star property
4.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool
Free daily buffet breakfast
Outdoor pool

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Riffa, P.O. Box 28567, Sitra
  • Place, Al Dar Island
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Riffa Fort
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manama (BAH-Bahrain Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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Queen Cabana | Beach/ocean view

Queen Cabana

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 338 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Chalet

  • Partial ocean view
  • 936 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabana Twin Room | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Cabana Twin Room

  • Marina view
  • 457 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Sitra

On the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Al Dar Island and Royal Golf Club. Awali Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km) and Riffa Fort is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Al Dar Island - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Royal Golf Club - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Riffa Fort - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • University of Bahrain - 15 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Al Fateh Grand Mosque - 16 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manama (BAH-Bahrain Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ماكدونالدز - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shift6 Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪قهوه سلفستر - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Al Bander Hotel & Resort

4.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants
Al Bander Hotel & Resort offers its guests a marina, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is available daily.

A children's pool, a health club, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Al Bander Hotel & Resort. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Sitra hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1989
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
Al Bander Hotel & Resort offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • 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.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from March 21 to April 20:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Al Bander Hotel & Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 8 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for BHD 26.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: BHD 50 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: BHD 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: BHD 15 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: BHD 26.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 8 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

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Al Bander Hotel & Resort
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Al Bander Hotel & Resort to the airport?

Al Bander Hotel & Resort is 17 mi (29-min drive) away from the Manama (BAH-Bahrain Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Al Bander Hotel & Resort?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Bander Hotel & Resort on Jun 15, 2026 start from $211, including 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 Bander Hotel & Resort have an airport shuttle?

Al Bander Hotel & Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of BHD 15 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Al Bander Hotel & Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Al Bander Hotel & Resort offer free breakfast?

Al Bander Hotel & Resort offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Al Bander Hotel & Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Al Bander Hotel & Resort?

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

Is there free parking at Al Bander Hotel & Resort?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Al Bander Hotel & Resort have a pool?

Al Bander Hotel & Resort features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from March 21 to April 20.

Does Al Bander Hotel & Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Al Bander Hotel & Resort have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Al Bander Hotel & Resort to downtown Sitra?

Al Bander Hotel & Resort is 2.7 mi away from Sitra.

Al Bander Hotel & Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Hussain

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel and very far from city with young staff who have little experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
very old and uncomfortable boars. terrible beach and beach furniture
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
bad beach. not comfortable old rooms, dumps near the bed are turned on by the door
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Zuhair

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall is good but the facility need to be renovated very old furniture and very old overused bed sheets and pillows you see the color is not white almost yellow because of overused A lot of drunk guest you need to be careful if your family are with you At 5 AM 2 drunk guest jump to my balcony and they try to enter the room I wake and call the security immediately and he act as it’s normal
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice weekend getaway - great pool!

The pool area was very nice. The natural beach area was nice to look at, but water seemed a little murky. The lounge area next to the beach was nice at night time. The fish market restaurant was good, but a little pricey. Be sure to inquire about a reservation at check-in, or you will have to eat in the lounge/café area. The hotel charges a fee upon check-in. Also - be sure to not track too much sand in your room and get your floor towels too dirty because you will be charged. The cabana room air conditioner was a little noisy, but overall, a nice stay for a quick weekend getaway with a friend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Only parkibg lot is little discomfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dear Al Bander staff, I would like to thank all of you for your efforts in my last visit with my mother and family. I really enjoyed the whole facility and activities. I would really like to thank Vipin, Waqas (for a nice tour), and Mudhun (Room Service), you guys do an amazing job and we really appreciated. However, I would like to comment here on the 3 main things hopping to improve it in the next visit! · Lightning not covered well in the upstairs rooms. · Curtains not effectively working. · Add more room mirrors & dressers specially for 5 ladies visit. Thnx & see you soon,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location is quite. However the water looks polluted
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice resort, friendly and good service, food can be improved. Too many flies makes the stay uncomfortable. They had a group of young corporate trainees, they were annoying and loud.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was sort of on the beach of a lagoon with about 5 meters of gulf beach. There were no amenities available as advertised except the swimming pool. Nice place to dock a boat if you live there and the seafood restaurant on the resort was excellent. However, stay in Manama and drive our to the restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Nasser

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

رايئ شخصي

كانت الاقامة جميله ولكن يحتاج بعض التجديد و الاهتمام ب الاكتفتي اكثر لان لا يوجد اي فعاليات غير المسبح
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khalid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
راءعة
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice beach

Private and disconnected
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed Emad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ممتازة
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Pas mal mais peut mieux faire ...

Le vrais plus de cet hôtel est la piscine qui est sublime, avec un bar dans la piscine. Pour ce qui est des chambre, c'est vieillot et sombre. Niveau service, il y a bien mieux, le barman rarement là ou qui ignore, il a même fallu qu'on appelle le room service pour avoir des serviettes dans notre chambre. Pour ce prix, je m'attendais à mieux. Attention, il y a bien pire, dans l'ensemble c'est correct, il y a un bowling, billard, salle de sport, des restaurants ...
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Wi-fi needs up dating, very intermittent
Verified

8/10 Good

Traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very relaxing

This is an excellent resort and very easy to get to. The only problem for us was that a bus-load of Marines showed up for a day trip and spent the afternoon smoking and drinking in and around the pool. Can't blame the hotel for that entirely, but they should have policed that better. The resort itself is very relaxing and the food and drink options are also very good. The swim-up bar was very nice and the seafood restaurant was the best meal my wife and I had in a long time! We went with friends who had kids and the resort has lots to keep them occupied with bowling, a kids centre, playground and wading pool designed for small children. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We did have a problem with housekeeping taking too long for a pillow one night but overall, they are very helpful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely staff

The hotel was very nice, only problem we had was a noisy AC unit in our room. The staff was amazing and took fantastic care of us, would not hesitate to go back.
Verified

6/10 Okay

DENNIS

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ygor Elias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

hasan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ammar

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fatimah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019