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Bab Al Shams

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Al Qudra Lake

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Al Qudra Road, Dubai, Dubai, 8168
  • Dubai International Endurance City
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Al Qudra Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Dubai Exhibition Centre
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Deluxe)

  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room, Terrace

  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 74 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Desert View King Balcony Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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)

  • 47 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Desert Pool Villa)

Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Desert Pool Villa)

  • 244 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 36 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Suite

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Twin Room, Terrace (Desert View)

  • 46 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Villa, 1 Bedroom (Desert Pool Villa)

  • 187 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

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

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

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

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

  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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)
  • 37 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Dubai

Endurance City stay.With a stay at this Endurance City hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Al Qudra Lake and 32 miles (52 km) of Dubai Exhibition Centre. Dubai Marina Mall and Marina Beach are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Dubai International Endurance City - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Al Qudra Lake - 16 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Dubai Exhibition Centre - 40 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Dubai Marina Mall - 48 min drive - 65.7 km
  • Marina Beach - 49 min drive - 65.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ninive Bab Alshams - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Al Hadheerah Desert Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Anwa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rooftop Bar Bab Al Shams - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Masala - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bab Al Shams

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Al Qudra Lake
Bab Al Shams offers its guests a full-service spa, 3 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A children's pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Bab Al Shams. Free valet parking is available. A complete renovation of Bab Al Shams was completed in May 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Dubai hotel.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2004
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
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.

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.

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.

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Property amenities

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)

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 1694584

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1002 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

PAUL

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

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

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Matthew, London

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Nimeaga

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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