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Bab Al Shams

5.0 star property
Relax in style with spa treatments or try your hand at archery. Enjoy local flavors and stunning views from this family-friendly haven.

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Exterior
3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Lobby
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
Lobby
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Deluxe)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 1098 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Terrace

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 996 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 797 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Desert View King Balcony Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 506 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Desert Pool Villa)

Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Desert Pool Villa)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
  • 2626 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room (Desert View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 391 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 797 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
  • 700 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Terrace (Desert View)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 498 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Villa, 1 Bedroom (Desert Pool Villa)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
  • 2013 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Desert View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2022
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Al Qudra Road, Dubai, Dubai, 8168

What's nearby

  • Dubai International Endurance City - 7 min drive
  • Al Qudra Lake - 14 min drive
  • Dubai Exhibition Centre - 34 min drive
  • Dubai Marina Mall - 42 min drive
  • Marina Beach - 59 min drive

Getting around

  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anwa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Al Hadheerah Desert Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Terrace - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪1762 at the Dubai Airshow - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Rooftop Bar Bab Al Shams - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bab Al Shams

Luxury eco-certified hotel refurbished in 2022 and located near Al Qudra Lake
Free full breakfast, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Bab Al Shams. Adventurous travelers may like the horseback riding, ecotours, and hiking/biking at this hotel. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, and a body wrap at Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Middle Eastern cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like archery. In addition to a rooftop terrace and shopping on site, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free valet parking
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Meeting rooms, a TV in the lobby, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 115 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and electric kettles

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.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Al Hadeerah
  • Anwa
  • Ninive Bab Al Shams
  • Zala

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Archery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Lifeguards
  • Renovated entire property - May 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 20.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bab Al Shams Desert
Bab Al Shams Desert Endurance City
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Endurance City
Bab Al Shams Resort
Bab Shams Desert Resort
Bab Shams Resort
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Spa
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Dubai
Bab Al Shams Desert Dubai

Frequently asked questions

Does Bab Al Shams have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Bab Al Shams?

As of Mar 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bab Al Shams on Mar 13, 2025 start from CA $673.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Bab Al Shams pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bab Al Shams?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bab Al Shams?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Bab Al Shams?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Bab Al Shams located?

This family-friendly Dubai hotel is located in the historical district, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Al Qudra Lake, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Dubai Exhibition Centre and Mall of the Emirates.

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Bab Al Shams Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 705 out of 991 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 991 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 991 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 991 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 991 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

REGINA

Fantastic hotel Service very good Nice restaurants I truly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nimeaga

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Overall a beautiful hotel. Unfortunately we were working up with workers cleaning, speaking loudly and doing ground maintenance at 7am in the morning which left a poor taste on the overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyonghee

Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jose miguel

It was one of a kind
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa-Marie

Amazing property. Such a luxurious getaway. Will absolutely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benedikt

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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emiliana

Hotel experience was amazing, staff very friendly and helpful , foods was great and they offer dinning and drinks discounts.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hyun Suk

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Loved the resort it is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Radu

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Assad

Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

MASAFUMI

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Md Mahmudul

It was a very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Absolutely amazing from beginning to end. Can’t recommend this place enough. Became one of our favorite places ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

This was an amazing property with very attentive staff. I would especially like to recognize Sayeem for taking care of us by the pool. The resort itself is so clean and beautiful. It was a very unique experience. My only issue was the cost of the food, water and coffee. The food and drinks are very expensive and you don't have any other options given the hotel's remote location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandzhar

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christiana

Wonderful hotel with excellent service and very attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

5star service all around, fabulous place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Really lovely stay and extremely family friendly. Even for our 1.5 year old.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

This hotel was outstanding. The staff was extremely nice and the service was impeccable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Best stay ever!
The greatest stay ever! Sand dune 4WD adventure worth the money too.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023