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Bab Al Shams

5.0 star property

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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Free daily full breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Room service
$449
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Explore the area

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Al Qudra Road, Dubai, Dubai, 8168
  • Place, Dubai International Endurance City
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Dubai Mall
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Burj Khalifa
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Desert View)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Desert View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

  • 498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Terrace (Desert View)

  • 498 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room (Desert View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Desert View)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Deluxe)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Deluxe)

  • 1098 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Desert View King Balcony Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Desert View King Balcony Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 797 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Terrace

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, Terrace

  • 996 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Villa, 1 Bedroom (Desert Pool Villa)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Villa, 1 Bedroom (Desert Pool Villa)

  • 2013 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Desert Pool Villa) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Desert Pool Villa)

  • 2626 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Garden View King Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Garden View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe Desert View King Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Desert View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Terrace Garden View King Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Terrace Garden View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Terrace Garden View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Terrace Desert View King Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Terrace Desert View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe Garden View Twin Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Garden View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe Desert View Twin Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Desert View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Terrace Desert View Twin Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Terrace Desert View Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Two Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Two Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Family Room With Terrace

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Deluxe Family Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Deluxe King Room With Balcony And Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe King Room With Balcony And Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe King Room With Desert View And Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe King Room With Desert View And Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room With Balcony And Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room With Balcony And Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for One Bedroom Desert Pool Villa

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

One Bedroom Desert Pool Villa

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Two Bedroom Desert Pool Villa

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Two Bedroom Desert Pool Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Bab Al Shams

5-star hotel in Endurance City
4 restaurants, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa are available at this hotel. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
Bab Al Shams offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Premium satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Bab Al Shams features a full-service spa, 3 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. A poolside bar is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This 5-star property offers access to a business center and meeting rooms. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services. Complimentary valet parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in May 2022.

Bab Al Shams has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
Al Hadeerah - This family restaurant specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine and serves dinner only.
Anwa - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine. Open daily.
Zala - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Ninive Bab Al Shams - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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.

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 cable/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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1694584

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

Bab Al Shams Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 717 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1000 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

Kristine, Forest Hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice and accommodating, excellent service, attentive and the resort was so beautiful. The staff goes above and beyond and I can’t recommend this resort enough. 10/10 and I will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Statio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic welcome from Michael. We were upgraded to a fantastic suite. A gem in a desert oasis.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While I did enjoy my stay I was very disappointed that the al hadera diner buffet and show was closed. Unfortunately due to school for our kids we are only able to travel in summer and we were surprised to find out on arrival that it was closed. Additionally the new pool policies are not family friendly the pool to the left was changed to adults only and closes later than the pool on the right which closed at 7 I would suggest as a guest who has been there 4 years in a row is to perhaps have the pool remain open later for all guest especially in the desert where day swimming may be limited in summer and there are also limited activities. Keeping the pool open til 10pm. This is my humble opinion as your guest and someone who has reffered hundreds of people to your hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shi

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A lovely, peaceful hotel if you’re looking to get away from the city. The Adult Pool was a key feature and Jimmy at the pool bar was excellent as were the breakfast staff. The Garden Terrace room was not as luxurious as I had expected sadly although the time of year did affect this also (early sunsets, mosquitos). Overall a nice, boutique hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, such a beautiful oasis in the desert. The facilities were great from the room, pool to the spa. The staff really made our stay extra special! Our favourite hotel stay ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and the Restaurants are all fantastic. It’s a little piece of paradise close to the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

yasmin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay in the middle of desert
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon, Coquitlam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rabia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was one of a kind
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing resort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew, London

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

RAHUL

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024