Luxurious and romantic, this intimate escape is set amidst a 225 square-kilometre desert conservation reserve just 45-minutes’ drive from Dubai city. There is neither a palm-fringed beach nor a manicured golf course in sight, yet that is the very essence of Al Maha’s appeal, its suites the kind of opulent sanctuaries Rudolph Valentino would have
felt at home in, its activities the type Lawrence of Arabia would have found just up his street. Indeed, this is an unmissable opportunity to experience the traditions of the desert; falconry, horse-riding, camel trekking and 4x4 dune drives on the agenda by day; rolling desert landscapes and star-filled skies setting the mood in the evenings. But behind Al Maha’s subtle eco-tourism is a commitment to five-star luxury, its spa and infinity-edge pool reflecting its awareness of current trends.

Accommodation is provided by 42 suites, most of them boasting tented ceilings, hand-crafted furnishings and stone bathrooms. Comforts include TVs and DVD players, not to mention private swimming pools measuring 7.5 by 6.5 metres. Simple, but significant additions in all are the binoculars, paper and easels that encourage guests to view or paint the desert scenery according to their skills - the horned oryx is a particularly popular subject.

All meals are included in stays here, the gourmet Mediterranean and Arabic cuisine served either in the exotic surroundings of the main dining room or in the privacy of guest suites, the evenings low-key and conducive to conversation and maybe even a spot of soul searching!

ACCOMMODATION: 37 BEDOUIN SUITES, 4 TWOBEDROOM ROYAL OR EMIRATES SUITES & 1 THREEBEDROOM PRESIDENTIAL SUITE.
CHILDREN: WELCOME OVER 12 YEARS OF AGE. UNDERS 12s PERMITTED IF ENTIRE RESORT BOOKED.
7 NIGHTS: FROM £3,185 P.P. IN THE HIGH-SEASON (£380 P.P.P.N.) & £2,060 P.P. (£220 P.P.P.N.) IN THE LOWSEASON.
MEAL PLAN: FULL-BOARD.
SPECIAL OFFERS: HONEYMOON.