this was our second trip to Dubai but we had never stayed in the desert so decided to spend 2 nights here after 3 nights at the Royal Meridien on Jumeirah Beach. We had a 4 x 4 transfer to the resort which took just under an hour. From the minute we arrived we were treated like royalty from the... more

My family and I were very fortunate to have found the Al Maha. We had originally planned to go to Kenya then Dubai for a vacation but with the political unrest in Kenya we switched our plans and landed in the fabulous Al Maha before making our way into the city of Dubai and staying at the Burj Al Arab.... more

We were a little hesitant booking the Al Maha as it is isn't cheap, but overall it was good value. It really is an oasis within Dubai. The whole ambience is quite relaxed and not at all formal, with the essence being relaxation and at your own pace. If you don't fancy an activity, then don't do it. There isn't... more

wow! what an amazing location!! Such a great retreat from the dusty, smoggy building site of Dubai City. Lovely relaxing atmosphere, great food and luxurious rooms. more

Have finally got round to doing this. The Al Maha lived up to all expectations. Everything is fantasic. The rooms and pool were our favourite part, but the food, staff and general ambience were all first class. The organised events were well attended and very well done. We don't normally go for the 5 star opulence as it can be... more

Stayed 2 nights at end of 5 week trip after Christmas & New Year in Australia & New Zealand . We can't heep enough praise on this hotel. Arrived at 7.30 am via limosine transfer courtesy of Emirates. Met with breakfast cocktails and an apology for our room not being ready! After breakfast we spent the morning in the spa.... more

Took a group of 25 high achievers to Dubai, staying one night at the Al Maha and then onto the Park Hyatt for two days. We billed the trip as "an Arabian Experience of a lifetime" -the Al Maha certainly lived up to that billing. The "wow" factor as everyone drove through the desert to get there, and then booked... more

As part of a trip from Vancouver, Canada to visit friends in Dubai, we spent at weekend at Al Maha. Wow! First class start to finish. We were met by our social co-ordinator, Okebe, and made to feel totally relaxed and welcome right from the start. Had an enjoyable lunch on the deck and then taken to our Bedouin tent... more

My husband and I stayed here for four days on our honeymoon, after spending a few days at the Burj Al Arab. It was my favorite of the two (and my favorite resort in the world), even though the Burj is much more famous and well known. Each guest couple (no children allowed) is assigned two people to assist your... more