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Escape to Bab Al Shams, a luxury oasis near Al Qudra Lake. Savor Middle Eastern cuisine at one of the four restaurants, unwind with a hot stone massage at the onsite spa or enjoy horseback riding and archery activities. With free full breakfast, supervised childcare services and helpful multilingual staff on hand.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 4 restaurants and pool bar
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Swim-up bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on-site
The current price is HK$1,705
HK$2,132 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Why we love this property

Work and wellness mix
This hotel combines business-ready meeting rooms and workstations with rejuvenating spa services. After meetings, guests can enjoy massages or sauna time.
Culinary adventures
Sample Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine at 4 restaurants. This hotel offers free full breakfast and private dining options for couples.
Poolside perfection
Luxury meets aquatic bliss with 3 outdoor pools and a kids' pool. Lounge under umbrellas, enjoy cocktails at the swim-up bar, or unwind in private cabanas.

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Desert View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Terrace (Desert View)

  • Desert view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite

  • Desert view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room (Desert View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Desert View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Deluxe)

  • Garden view
  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Desert view
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Terrace

  • Garden view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 1 Bedroom (Desert Pool Villa)

  • Desert view
  • 187 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Desert Pool Villa)

  • Desert view
  • 244 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Garden View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Desert View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Terrace Garden View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Terrace Garden View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Terrace Desert View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Garden View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Desert View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Terrace Desert View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Two Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe King Room With Balcony And Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe King Room With Desert View And Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Twin Room With Balcony And Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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One Bedroom Desert Pool Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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Two Bedroom Desert Pool Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

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Al Qudra Road, Dubai, Dubai, 8168

What's nearby

  • Dubai International Endurance City - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Dubai Exhibition Centre - 44 min drive - 55.3 km
  • Mall of the Emirates - 48 min drive - 59.9 km
  • Marina Beach - 51 min drive - 65.8 km
  • Dubai Mall - 54 min drive - 69.5 km

Getting around

  • Dubai (DWC-Al Maktoum Intl.) - 34 min drive
  • Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1762 at the Dubai Airshow - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Anwa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ninive Bab Alshams - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Al Hadheerah Desert Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zala Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Bab Al Shams

Bab Al Shams features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Al Qudra Lake. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Al Hadeerah, one of 4 restaurants, serves Middle Eastern cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 outdoor pools, a poolside bar and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 115 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–11:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Archery
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/hire
  • Shopping
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2004
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Bike parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Al Hadeerah – This family restaurant specialises in Middle Eastern cuisine and only serves dinner.
Anwa – This restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine. Open daily.
Zala – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Ninive Bab Al Shams – On-site restaurant. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 20.00 per accommodation, per night

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 5 2026 to September 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Property Registration Number 1694584

Also known as

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Endurance City

Bab Al Shams Desert Endurance City

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Dubai

Bab Al Shams Desert Dubai

Bab Al Shams Desert

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Spa

Bab Al Shams Hotel

Bab Al Shams Dubai

Bab Al Shams Hotel Dubai

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Spa

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Dubai

Frequently asked questions

Does Bab Al Shams offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bab Al Shams does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Bab Al Shams?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Bab Al Shams?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Bab Al Shams?

Yes, there's free valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bab Al Shams?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Bab Al Shams and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as horse riding, archery and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Bab Al Shams also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Bab Al Shams?

Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants, featuring Middle Eastern cuisine. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from 5 May 2026 to 1 September 2026 (dates subject to change).

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Reviews

Bab Al Shams Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was great with excellent service, comfortable sunbeds, and a perfect escape from the heat. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The resort looks amazing. Staff are friendly and helpful. The daily camel visit was nice. The walking trail is also lovely.
Oiva, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly special place with lots of friendly staff, beautiful rooms and great entertainment
Joseph, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice view, good room condition, delicious food! Great experience!!!
HEE JOON, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great service. Clean room and resort.
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and a quality hotel. I highly recommend to those looking for a beautiful desert stay in Dubai.
Jayden, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It’s just perfect! Extremely clean, very, very much friendly, a diamond in the desert. Truly a place for tranquility. If you love peace and quiet, this is a must visit place. SPA is over the top.
Nejra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel Service very good Nice restaurants I truly recommend
REGINA, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel experience was amazing, staff very friendly and helpful , foods was great and they offer dinning and drinks discounts.
Emiliana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel, such a beautiful oasis in the desert. The facilities were great from the room, pool to the spa. The staff really made our stay extra special! Our favourite hotel stay ☺️
Antonia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property is beautiful and the Restaurants are all fantastic. It’s a little piece of paradise close to the city.
Paola, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel with excellent service and very attentive staff.
Christiana, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was outstanding. The staff was extremely nice and the service was impeccable.
Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

very attentive and friendly staff.
Marina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property. Such a luxurious getaway. Will absolutely return.
Lisa-Marie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely stay and extremely family friendly. Even for our 1.5 year old.
Kelsey, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

5/5 Excellent Absolutely amazing hotel to spend time in the desert. The service is amazing and all the staff is super friendly and extremely helpful! The whole design and setup of this hotel is extremely impressive and beautiful and the food is delicious. Thank you for the awesome time!
Benedikt, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A lovely, peaceful hotel if you’re looking to get away from the city. The Adult Pool was a key feature and Jimmy at the pool bar was excellent as were the breakfast staff. The Garden Terrace room was not as luxurious as I had expected sadly although the time of year did affect this also (early sunsets, mosquitos). Overall a nice, boutique hotel.
Nina, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great chill out

Our second visit and just as good as the first. Staff were great and really helpful. Roof was very comfortable. The food and service also great. Well worth the trip out there.
Neil, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

For anyone looking for a stylized version of a desert oasis, the Bab al Shams will tick every box. Food, service and facilities are top-tier, and it provides a bona fide escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown Dubai. It is also perfectly situated across from the Al Qudra cycle track, which must be one of the world's best dedicated cycling facilities.
Jonathon, 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This has to be one of my most favourite stays. The staff are amazing! And would like to highly Nishad from the front desk, and Tharika and Molda from Zala and Rishav from Anwa. They truly made our stay so amazing! I will definitely be back.
Nimeaga, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The location and service were very good. The building has a unified world of an oasis in the desert and is filled with photo spots. Relaxing by the pool is a pleasure.
MASAFUMI, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous resort to really disconnect! Even their shower gels and creams are original and smell amazing - the amazing concierge helped me secure some even when it was out of stock in the store! Excellent service and amenities all around, with also delicious restaurants.
Radu, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great getaway resort in the desert. Awesome vibes overall and very friendly staffs. It was my first time in dubai and it was a wonderful experience. Highly recommend the 4x4 jeep car safari tour. Special thanks to my guide ISMAIL who was professional and helped me had so much fun in the desert.
Hyun Suk, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staycation in the desert

We had a wonderful stay. The hotel shares a similar aesthetic and atmosphere with Al Wathba in Abu Dhabi, but with a cozier feel and modern touches that we really enjoyed. The service was impeccable. While the food didn't quite reach the heights of some luxury hotels we've experienced, it wasn't a major drawback, and the overall experience was fantastic.
Sandzhar, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning. More than we expected. Food was top notch, and the resort was well manicured.
Jalal, 1-night trip