Description
This unique resort is set in the centre of the desert. Enjoy an Arabian adventure with modern amenities but with traditional styles as if set back in time. This luxurious retreat is situated just a 45 minute drive from Dubai International Airport. Peaceful surroundings with 113 guestrooms and suites, a traditional alfresco restaurant and excellent recreation such as; Swimming pool with a waterfall, expanse of tropical gardens, man-made beach area with real sand, whirpool. For younger guests there is a kids swimming pool with cover from the sun and the Sinbads childrens club. You can take a camel ride, shop at the Souks or visit Wild Wadi water park.
Rooms
Bab Al Shams has 113 well decorated and furnished rooms in sixteen double storied, buildings. You could select from spacious One bedroom, Junior and Deluxe Suites with an option of a balcony or a garden. There are also interlinking rooms that are available for families with kids.
Deluxe Room:
Area - size 47 sq.mtrs
Special Characteristics - Selection of twin or king size beds, located on the ground floor with deck areas or patios. The Gdn rooms have views of the garden or of the desert.
Occupancy – a maximum of 2 Adults and 1 Child.
Hgh speed Internet Access is available.
Superior Room
Area - size 47 sq.mtrs
Traditionally styled rooms with contemporary comforts. Area: 47 square metres Special Characteristics: Choice of twin or king size beds, located on the upper (second) floor
Executive Suite
Area - size 50.9 sq.mtrs
Features private sun-deck and lounge area.
Special Characteristics: King size bed, located on either the ground or first floor with access to the gardens or a balcony. Also includes a Majlis set apart from the guest bed room.
Deluxe Suite
Area - size 64.6 sq.mtrs
Comfortable and spacious.
Special Characteristics: King size bed and a sitting room with Majlis seating. Spacious fitting room is joined to the bathroom with a separate rain shower.
Royal Suite
Area - size 68.4 sq.mtrs
Includes its own balcony. Transport - a private shuttle can pick/drop off at Dubai Int Apt or other areas within Dubai. Special Characteristics: Option of twin or king size beds, located on the upper (second) floor with access to a private balcony.
Room Facilities:
Satellite TV and radio
Sinbad's Kids Club
Iron, ironing board and baby cots are also available
Smoking and non smoking rooms
In-room safe
Hairdryer
Mini bar
Rooms suitable for physically challenged guests are available
Facilities
Though the design and feel of Bab Al Shams is set back in time, the facilities and amenities available ensure that your stay is as luxurious and relaxing as possible:
Satori Spa with four treatment rooms - indoor and outdoor, gymnasium, horse riding, camel riding. Sinbads Kids Club, Desert-side swimming pool and bar.
Dining
The hotel gives a selection of restaurants which should provide something for all guests. These include, Al Marmoum Desert Restaurant which offers traditional Arabic Cruise, Al Forsan Restaurant which offers casual dining and an International cuisine. The Yala Hala located in the lobby lounge serves high afternoon tea, pre and post dinner drinks and snacks A la carte style. Al Sarab is an outdoor rooftop Majlis bar and lastly the Pool Bar which provides snacks throughout the day.