Descriptions Hotel Al Maha Desert Resort
General
Al Maha is a sanctuary for man and beast alike, its private nature reserve rekindling the surprising life of the desert. Knowledgeable field guides will seek rheem gazelle, scimitar-horned oryx, Arabian oryx, and rare Arabian fox with you on a safari, either on foot or in the comfort of an air-conditioned four-wheel-drive vehicle. Daily camel trekking, horseback riding, and falconry demonstrations. A world-class sanctuary of health and well-being * Signature treatments featuring the exclusive Timeless range of products made from Arabic dates and frankincense * Single or double massage rooms * Hydrotherapy and Rasool rooms offering privacy, comfort and peace * State-of-the-art 'Life Fitness' equipment for body sculpting * Sauna * Steam room * Indoor jacuzzi * Ice-cold plunge pool * Specialist cuisine to awaken the senses * Indigenous flora and water features and panoramic views of the desert and mountains It is truly an extraordinary resort and it provides the experienced traveler with a unique experience of the desert, the heritage of the region, and traditional activities of the Bedu. Each suite has its own private swimming pool and is complemented by those rare commodities in today's world - total sanctuary, peace, and tranquility. SD 07.08
SurroundingArea
Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa is set in 225 square kilometres of pristine desert landscape just 45 minutes from the cosmopolitan city of Dubai on the Dubai to Al Ain highway. It represents nearly five per cent of Dubai's land area and is the largest piece of land ever dedicated to a single project in Dubai. An oasis of luxury and enchantment, Al Maha lies within an award-winning conservation area where desert wildlife abounds. It's also the only resort within the area where visitors can experience the true beauty and majesty of the desert and observe the indigenous wildlife.
RoomTypes
37 individual Bedouin Suites * 75 square metres * Private temperature-controlled pool (7.5 metres X 6.5 metres), surrounded by a wooden deck * Handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artefacts * Custom-made super king-size bed * Spacious bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, king-size bath, a 'his and hers' vanity area * Bvlgari amenities * Minibar * Complimentary water, tea and coffee making facilities * Satellite TV, DVD, data ports * Bluetooth * In-room safe
PropertyInformation
Each one of the suites is designed with to offer the guest the utmost privacy but being individually separated from it's neighbour and with its Arabic canapes helps the resort blend in majestically with the surrounding desert.
DiningFacilities
The finest international chefs ensure guests enjoy the very highest culinary standards, wherever they choose to dine - from the relaxed informality of Al Diwaan restaurant and its alfresco veranda, to the intimacy of a romantic meal on the private deck of a guest suite. With a variety of options from the Middle East and Mediterranean, and with special theme menus featuring Indian, Sri Lankan and Japanese dishes, Al Maha's cuisine is exotic and enticing. An authentically-styled Bedouin encampment deep in the Al Maha reserve is the venue for our Dune Dinners, which offers a feast of traditional dishes, including Middle Eastern Mezze, Saloona Samak (a traditional seafood soup) and Umm Ali dessert. Live cooking over charcoal fires offers up a host of other delectable options. Arabic music, Arabic coffee, Moroccan sweet mint tea and shisha pipes complete a truly memorable experience.
Copyright
(c) Donvand Limited 2009
AreaDetails
Countryside 1 kms to city centre 5 kms to the nearest airport (dubai) 5 km to the nearest fair site
RoomInformation
42 Single rooms Double rooms Twin rooms Suites
Spayear Built 1999Additional Property Description Al Maha Is The First Ecotourism Resort In The United Arab Emirates. The First Emirates Group Of Hotels And Resorts That Provides Guests Total Exclusivity With A Unique Heritage Experience No Outside Visitors Are Allowed Reintroduction Of The Indengenous Flora And Fauna Incl. Endangered Species Such As The Arabian Oryx Now 200 Oryx . The Resort Does Not Allow Children Below Age Of 12 Yrs. Total 42 Suites 37 Bedouin Suites With Upgraded Private Pool Of 5M X 4M Recommended For Honeymooners And Individual Travelers Seeking Tranquility. 2 Royal Suites, 2 Emirates Suites And 1 Presidential Suite. All Interiors Capture The Essence Of The Arabian Local Heritage, Which Includes Tented Ceilings And Handcrafted Furniture And Antiques. The Same Items Can Be Purchased From The Resort And Shipment Can Be Arranged. Personalized Service Provided By 150 International Staff Speaking 30 Different Languages, Serving A Total Of 86 Guests. Staff To Guest Ratio Is 3 1. Guest Can Participate In The Following Activities Archery, Falconry, Nature Walks, And Guided Safari To View The Animals, Camel Trekking, Horse Riding And Spa. Al Maha Desert Resorts Timeless Spa Is A Unique Facility Created To Inspire, Nourish And Guide Guests On A Journey To Finding Their Personal Energy, In Environments That Reflect The Surrounding Desert Landscape And Arabic Culture. A Fully Equipped Gymnasium With The Latest Us And European Professional Fitness Equipment, Sauna And Steam Room. Interior Jacuzzi And Plunge Pool With Panoramic Views Over Private Gardens. Our Cuisine Is A Blend Of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, International And Asian Dishes. Dinner Can Be Taken On The Deck Of The Private Patio, In The Desert Or In Our Luxurious Dining Room. Rates Included Full Board, 2 On Site Activities Per Person Per Day, Tea, Coffee And Mineral Water. Al Maha Desert Resort And Spa
Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa is set in 225 square kilometres of pristine desert landscape just 45 minutes from the cosmopolitan city of Dubai, the thriving centre of commerce and leisure in the Gulf.
