2018 editionNo. 49

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa

Dubai Desert Conservation Area, United Arab Emirates

In 2018, it remained a commercially and editorially relevant global luxury hotel, supported by desert architecture, Arabian resort atmosphere, dune landscape, and strong experiential contrast to urban Dubai and a clear position within Dubai Desert Conservation Area's high-end hospitality market.

The annual recordWhy Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is in The World's Best 100 Hotels 2018

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is a desert resort in Dubai Desert Conservation Area, defined by desert architecture, Arabian resort atmosphere, dune landscape, and strong experiential contrast to urban Dubai.

In 2018, it remained a commercially and editorially relevant global luxury hotel, supported by desert architecture, Arabian resort atmosphere, dune landscape, and strong experiential contrast to urban Dubai and a clear position within Dubai Desert Conservation Area's high-end hospitality market.

Current hotel profile Official website The 2018 list
Hotel information

The essentials.

Destination
Dubai Desert Conservation Area, United Arab Emirates
Property
Desert resort
Operator
Bab Al Shams / Meydan Hotels
Opened
2004
LocationDubai Desert Conservation Area, United Arab EmiratesOpen map ↗
Edition factsThe record at a glance
Position
No. 49
Hotel type
Desert resort
Destination
Dubai Desert Conservation Area
Country or region
United Arab Emirates
Management in 2018
Bab Al Shams / Meydan Hotels
Opening year
2004
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  1. 2018No. 49