For those looking to explore beyond the city, several top-tier hotels near Dubai offer luxurious escapes within easy reach. These properties combine natural landscapes, elegant design, and exceptional service for a refreshing getaway. Whether in the desert, mountains, or along quiet coastlines, they provide a distinct contrast to Dubai’s urban energy.
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai offers an exclusive desert escape nestled within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Each tent style villa is surrounded by flora and wildlife in their natural habitat, equipped with temperature controlled private swimming pools, handcrafted furnishings, antiques and artifacts.
Location: Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort is a 5-star luxury resort designed to resemble a traditional Arabic fort. The resort features an infinity pool overlooking the desert, with beautiful courtyards and gardens. Tastefully decorated Arabian inspired guest rooms present scenic views from your desert hideaway.
Location: Al Qudra Road
Nurai Island Hotel (Temporarily Closed)
Nurai Island Hotel offers a five-star retreat, situated off the shores of Abu Dhabi. Also known as “The Maldives of the Middle East”, this private island resort features a seaside spa, beach club, and great dining options.
Location: Nurai Island, Abu Dhabi
Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is set in the world’s largest continuous sand desert, a 3-hour drive from Dubai. Voted “The most instagrammable hotel in the world”, this hidden oasis offers its guests a truly unforgettable desert experience.
Location: Mahdar Sahab, Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi
Located along a pristine private beach, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi is one of the city’s most famous hotels, decorated with gold, pearl, marble and over 1000 premium Swarovski chandeliers. The palace includes Michelin star dining and an award-winning spa.
Location: West Corniche Road, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi
Anantara Al Yamm Villa Sir Bani Yas Island
Anantara Al Yamm is an all-villa resort, wildlife sanctuary, and former private retreat of Sheikh Zayed. Guests can expect to spot free-roaming animals, including the rare Arabian Oryx.
Location: Al Ruwais, Sir Baniyas Island, Abu Dhabi
Ritz Carlton Ras Al Khaimah Al Wadi Desert
Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah Al Wadi Desert Resort is located inside the 1235-acre protected Al Wadi Nature Reserve. Guests can relax in luxurious Bedouin-styled villas with a private pool and magnificent desert backdrop.
Location: Ras Al Khaimah
Ritz Carlton Ras Al Khaima
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach boasts 32 private tent villas facing the sea, each with their own private pool. The tented villas are inspired by Arabian architecture featuring an infinity pool with direct beach access.
Location: Al Hamra Beach, Ras Al Khaimah
The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah
The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah is a sea-facing contemporary resort with a private stretch of beach in Ajman. Guests can enjoy fine dining with sweeping ocean views, temperature-controlled pools, and modern rooms and suites with private terraces.
Location: Ajman
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah is 5-star luxury beach resort in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Inspired by the palaces of the Arabian Peninsula, guests have access 350 metres of private beach and an18-hole golf course.
Location: Ras Al Khaimah
