Dubai

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort And Spa

‘Set among the dunes of Dubai'

At Bab Al Shams Desert Resort And Spa you will find elegance in another world; expect the finest facilities and service affording you every comfort during your desert adventure. Children are catered for in Aladdin’s Kids' Club enabling families to visit with confidence, whilst parents can indulge in a range of treatments and massages at the Satori Spa & Health Club - a peaceful haven in the desert, featuring individual treatment rooms plus a dedicated room for couples. Activities further out include desert dune horse riding, camel caravan tours and desert drives with gazelle and oryx watching. Enjoy unique dining at the resort with seven restaurants and bars on offer, with highlights including a traditional Arabic restaurant with Lebanese singers and a rooftop lounge with amazing desert vistas.

In Our Opinion

‘So close from Dubai, it would be a shame not to explore a little into the desert and experience a true taste of Arabia.’

Al Hadeerah
Located on the dunes approximately 300 metres from the resort. This signature dinery is the region’s first open-air traditional Arabic restaurant offering an amazing show to accompany your exquisite dining, with live band, Lebanese singers, belly dancers, falcon display, camel and horse rides plus lots more. Children welcome. Open 19:00 to 23:30.
Al Forsan

In a sumptuous location overlooking the Arabian Desert there is a choice of extensive international buffet or a la carte. A children’s menu is available. Open for breakfast 06.30 to 10.30, Saturday to Thursday lunch 12.00 to 15.30, Friday brunch buffet 12.30 to 16.00 dinner 19.00 to 23.00.

Al Sarab Rooftop Lounge
Chic cocktail bar located on the 1st floor opposite the swimming pool giving amazing desert vistas during sunset. Besides drinks there is a wide selection of Shisha. (Guests under 21 will not be served alcohol). Open Sunday to Wednesday 18.00 to 02.00 & Thursday to Saturday 16.00 to 02.00.
Ya Hala Lobby lounge
Traditional Arabic hospitality awaits you at Ya Hala Lobby Lounge, with a charming and comfortable ambience. Enjoy afternoon tea, refreshing cocktails and light snacks. Over-21s only. Open Sunday to Wednesday 11.00 to 23.00, Thursday 11.00 to 01.00, Friday & Saturday 09.00 to 01.00.
Pizzeria le Dune
An exquisite antipasti buffet plus freshly made pizza in a warm Arabian – Italian atmosphere. Open Tuesday to Sunday 12.30 to 16.00 & 18.00 to 23.30.
Pool Bar
Swim-up cocktail bar serving a selection of beverages and offering panoramic views of the desert. Open 09:00 to 20:00
Masala
Locted within Al Forsan Restaurant and serving traditional slow-cooked Indian heritage cuisine. Open Friday and Saturday: lunch 12.30 to 15.00, dinner 19.00 to 23.30.
Al Shurouq Lounge
Delight in a selection of light snacks and pizzas on the rooftop lounge of this restaurant, situated above Al Forsan and featuring comfortable majis seating areas with views across the desert.

Leisure
• Two infinity pools and children’s play pool
• Well-equipped gym
• Table tennis
• Croquet
• Pétanque
• Mini golf
• Boutique stores
• Bike rental and tours

Services
• Prayer room
• Business centre
• Complimentary shuttle service to Meydan Beach Club (limited/booking required)
• Concierge service
• Babysitting service
• Airport transfers

Desert Activities
• Desert dune horse riding
• Camel caravan desert tours
• Desert drive with gazelle and oryx watching
• Falconry show
• Archery centre

Satori Spa & Health Club
Indulge your mind, body and soul at the Satori Spa & Health Club, where a collection of highly trained therapists and masseurs are on hand to ease your aches and de-stress your mind through a range of treatments and massages. Facilities include an indoor and outdoor relaxation area, a couple’s treatment room, individual treatment rooms, a fragranced steam room, sauna, outdoor yoga area, sunbed massage area and shower facilities.

Meal Plan Options

Bed & Breakfast
• Breakfast in Al Forsan is included.

Half Board
• Breakfast as above
• Lunch or Dinner including soft drinks, still or sparkling water with meals

Full Board Plus Promotion
• Promotion available May to August please refer to ‘Special Features for full details of meal and leisure inclusions

Please note
• Children’s discount will apply

Al Hadeerah
Seating for 450. Located on the dunes approx. 300 metres from the resort. This signature restaurant is the region’s first open-air traditional Arabic restaurant offering an amazing show to accompany your exquisite dining, with live band, Lebanese singers, belly dancers, falcon display, camel and horse rides plus lots more. Children welcome. Open 19:00 to 23:30.
Al Forsan
Seating 180 + 90 on the terrace. In its new location overlooking the Arabian Desert there is a choice of extensive International buffet or a la carte. A children’s menu is available. Open for Breakfast 06:30 to 10:30. Lunch 12:00 to 15:00. Dinner 19:00 to 23:30.
Al Sarab Rooftop Lounge
Cocktail Bar seating 180 outdoors + 70 on the terrace. Located on the 1st floor opposite the swimming pool giving amazing desert vistas during sunset. Besides drinks there is a wide selection of Shisha. (Guests under 21 will not be served alcohol).
Ya Hala Lobby lounge
Over 21’s only. Seating 100. Serving drinks and light snacks. Open 11:00 to 22:00
Pizzeria le Dune
Pizza and Antipasti. Seating 64. An exquisite antipasti buffet plus freshly made pizza in a warm Arabian – Italian atmosphere. Open 12:30 to 16:00
Pool Bar
Swim-up cocktail bar serving a selection of beverages and offering panoramic views of the desert. Open 09:00 to 20:00
Masala
Seating 78. A new addition serving traditional slow-cooked Indian Heritage Cuisine. Open for dinner Monday to Saturday 19:00 to 23:30.

• Bed and Breakfast
• Half Board

Bab al Shams Desert Resort & Spa welcomes families and offers the following facilities and services to ensure they have an enjoyable stay:

Accommodation
• Units can accommodate between 1 & 2 children (depending on age)

Dining
• Children’s menu in all restaurants

Swimming pool
• Shaded children’s pool adjacent to the main pool

Aladdin’s Kids Club
Ages allowed: 5 to 12 years (children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult)
Opening times: from 09.00 to 18.00
Cost: complimentary

Club activities indoor
• Arts & crafts
• Theme days
• Board games
• Movie screenings

Club activities outdoor
• Nature trails
• Swimming games

Babysitting
• Six hours notice required
• On request service

Location

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is located in the desert, adjacent to Dubai International Endurance Centre. It is a 40 minutes’ drive from the centre of Dubai and Dubai International Airport.

Nearby Attractions:
• Dubai Sports City
• The Palm Jumeirah
• Dubai World Central
• Dubai Marina