Looking for the perfect weekend getaway? Look no further. Glamping is the best way to spend some quality time, have those deep talks and enjoy the fantastic weather this time of year. Doesn’t a weekend in the desert sound perfect?
Time to do something different for your next staycation. That’s why we’ve listed the best places for a glamorous camping aka glamping experience. If you want all the comforts of a nice hotel room, but with the added bonus of being closer to nature, we’ve got you.
Let’s create some core memories under the stars at one of these amazing facilities.
JA Hatta Fort Hotel Terra Cabins
Adventurers, take note! The Highlands of Dubai, Hatta, is nestled in the Hajar Mountains. Think rugged landscapes, lots of great outdoor activities and a huge lake courtesy of the Hatta Dam. It’s only 90 minutes from the glitz and glamour of Dubai! Our personal faves are the Terra Cabins. Made from pine wood and painted a sleek grey to blend in with the mountains.
📍 Hatta, Oman.
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Bab Al Nojoum
Bab Al Nojoum’s is a luxurious outdoor resort that is an ideal retreat for friends, families, and couples seeking a romantic escape away from the hassles of city life. Both Bab Al Nojoum Hudayriyat and Bab Al Nojoum Al Mugheirah provide guests with a variety of accommodations and entertainment options for both UAE citizens and visitors. You can take part in everyday activities including sports, outdoor movies, arts and crafts, and more while enjoying the restaurant’s delicious food offerings.
📍 Bab Al Nojoum Hudayriyat, Hudayriyat Mar Vista, Al Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi.
📍 Bab Al Nojoum Al Mugheirah, Qassar Al Mighayra St, Al Marfa, Abu Dhabi.
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Moon Retreat, Sharjah
Tucked away among the desert dunes, Moon Retreat presents a glamping experience that is distinguished by its simplicity, adventure and privacy. Perfect for couples and families, Moon Retreat gives you the chance to explore the Mleiha desert by day and spend the evenings star-gazing.
📍 Sharjah.
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Hatta Dome Park
Luxury tents with a panoramic window that offers a view of the beautiful Hatta mountain range. The tents are furnished with a mini fridge, TV, pvt BBQ, and a fire pit. There are fun activities as well such as ziplining, trampoline jumping, paragliding, and much more. Have fun with your family or your besties.
📍 Dubai-Hatta Road, Dubai.
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Bear Grylls Explorers Camp
Want to go camping with your pet? Head to the Bear Grylls Explorer Camp which includes an open campfire area for the evenings where you can roast marshmallows *and* it offers private bathrooms (a plus) for those who are staying the night.
📍 Ras Al Khaimah.
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Terra Solis
Terra Solis by Tomorrowland is offering a special luxe retreat for visitors and it’s also a great option for staycation bookings. You will be literally Glamping in the desert. With a gorgeous pool that is perfect for relaxing, enjoy a range of amenities for your comfy space.
📍 Dubai.
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The Nest
You should def try out Nara Desert Escapes’s luxurious glamping experience, The Nest by Sonara. Nesting offers a peaceful and innovative sleeping concept, designed by award-winning Architect Gianni Ranaulo, for unforgettable nights in the desert. Each of the nests features a stunning bedroom, bathroom, outdoor majlis and a Mudeef.
📍 Dubai.
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Hatta Damani Lodges Resort
In the mountain of Hatta, these super chic and cosy lodges are a great way to switch off and relax with your friends and family. There is a barbecue that you can go to along with other fun activities like cycling and hiking. You get to be one with the outdoors while on your trip and can retire to a cosy room with all the facilities you can imagine.
📍 Hatta, Oman.
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Anantara Al Sahel Villa
At this breathtaking spot, you can experience (literally) the wildlife. You will be waking up to nature every day with gazelles randomly roaming around your villa. Enjoy a stay where you can live freely in the middle of the desert with only wild animals around you.
📍 Sir Bani Yas, Abu Dhabi.
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Al Badayer Retreat
A luxurious place in the middle of the desert! You can have your private villa with its swimming pool while enjoying a desert view. Activities include horseback riding, movie nights, and balcony displays. Inside or outside, every spot there is def Instagrammable.
📍 Sharjah.
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The Longbeach Campground
This place is super dreamy. What more do we need than clear water, various activities, and luxurious hotel rooms? A perfect spot for a staycation with families or friends, and also for a romantic getaway. You can choose from a variety of tent options and enjoy an all-inclusive package deal with access to the beach, pool, outdoor spa, floating theatre, and more.
📍 Ras Al Khaimah
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Kingfisher Retreat
Looking for an eco-friendly glamping spot? Look no further. A stunning sanctuary nestled among mangroves, Kingfisher Retreat is a vibrant conservation centre and home to exotic birds, gazelles, turtles and crabs. Accessible only by private boat, this idyllic retreat offers opulent tents with private pools and bespoke dining.
📍 Sharjah.
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Arabian Nights Village
Located just past Al Wathba and halfway to Al Ain, this is the perfect place to enjoy cool activities during the day and a traditional dinner with entertainment in the evening. An Emirati experience true to the Bedouin culture. The perfect way to get away from it all as the rooms are electronic free!
📍 Abu Dhabi.
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Platinum Heritage
This one’s a lil different because you’d actually be staying in stone huts rather than tents. It is one of Dubai’s hidden gems in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, also you can add the option for a hot air balloon ride at sunrise *amazing*.
📍 Dubai.
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The Dunes Safari & Camping
The Dunes has a range of options to suit your needs, whether you’re looking for a tree house, camping dome or igloo, there’s something for every need and budget. A range of activities await you, including a desert safari, camel trekking, dune bashing and more.
📍 Ras Al Khaimah.
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Canvas Club
Spend the night in true Arabian style in the middle of the Omani desert, gazing up at the clear starry sky. Traditional Bedouin tents have been transformed with modern touches such as a rain shower, oriental pillows and lanterns.
📍 Oman
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Bedouin Oasis Camp
Bedouin Oasis Camp is a permanent campsite where you can enjoy amazing views of the desert at any time of the day. You can choose between more Bedouin style tents or some more modern tents… both are amazing!
📍 Ras Al Khaimah.
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Al Faya Retreat
If you are looking for a luxurious glamping retreat… look no further, Al Faya Retreat is literally the definition of glamorous. This is the perfect little getaway staycation. They even have a spa so you can relax with breathtaking views!
📍 Sharjah
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