Oman
Shaped like a fort with watchtowers and a central courtyard, this hotel brings some welcome local character to Sohar's rather bland accommodation. Rooms…
Must-see hotels in Arabian Peninsula
Bur Dubai
Built in the shape of a pyramid, Raffles is a stylish hotspot with magnificent oversized rooms (with balconies) blending Asian and Middle Eastern design…
Jeddah
Decorated by the same designer who worked on Dubai’s famous sail-shaped Burj Al Arab, this five-star hotel prides itself on luxury. The dazzling decor…
Doha
Zubarah is proof that excellent value still exists in Doha, despite the profusion of pricey five-star hotels. The rooms here are excellent, with some…
Kuwait City
Situated on the edge of bustling Marina Crescent, within walking distance of Marina Mall, this low-rise hotel floats like a lily on the water’s edge and…
Doha
Najd gives an excellent first impression with its beautiful lobby's stained-glass windows, coloured stone floor, feature wall covered with vases and…
Manama
Slick contemporary furnishings, fabulous views and exemplary service (the floors with suites have butlers) define this excellent hotel on the southern…
Manama
Outrageously good value, these large serviced apartments have contemporary decor, sitting rooms, kitchens and king-size beds, as well as a good location…
Riyadh
Though the rooms here aren’t large, they are comfortable, well furnished and squarely aimed at the modern business traveller. With a lively lobby, a good…
Sur
In the middle of the souq, this well-managed, good-value budget hotel has neat and comfortable rooms. Some rooms are a bit noisy and others dark, but…
Oman
Sitting like a full stop at the end of the Ras Al Hadd peninsula, this resort commands the high ground at the point where Khor Hajar pours into the open…
Oman
Owned by the Al Hajri family, this 23-room hotel on Hwy 23, opposite the junction for Wadi Bani Khalid, offers modern, friendly accommodation. The newer…
Doha
This genteel, good-value, high-end hotel may have been dwarfed by the neighbouring St Regis, but it continues to thrive. Rooms are decorated in neutral…
Sharjah
Shaking up the Sharjah accommodation scene, The Act is all sleek modern minimalism with huge rooms in mauve and grey, floor-to-ceiling windows, strip…
Saudi Arabia
Although this hotel looks like the front of a 1980s shopping mall, its interior is very elegant and rooms are dressed equally stylishly. It's the hotel…
Sharjah
You definitely can't miss this purple building. Rooms may be smallish, but they're bright and modern with stencil drawings of Sharjah's cityscape on the…
Kuwait City
Gulf Rose Hotel offers views of the city and the Gulf, friendly service and large rooms that would cost more if the hotel was part of an international…
Saudi Arabia
An excellent budget choice close to the centre of Yanbu and run by friendly, warm staff who know their city well. Rooms are clean and comfortable, with…
Jebel Shams
In a tranquil location near a dramatic mountain precipice, this remote camp makes for a peaceful retreat. Beds are offered in Arab-style tents or simple…
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa
Dubai
Resembling a fort and blending into the desertscape, Bab Al Shams is a tonic for escapists seeking to indulge their Arabian Nights fantasies. Its…
United Arab Emirates
The manicured strip of white-sand beach framed by palms and the big pool area make the Saray a sand-in-the-toes getaway. Rooms, all with balconies, exude…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
One of Dubai’s most iconic hotels, this pink-hued resort commands attention, sitting atop the Palm Jumeirah looking every bit like a Disney princess…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
One of Dubai's latest top-end hotels. The architecture is pure grandeur, with an entrance flanked by luminous glass cubes opening up to a sublime view of…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Not the newest resort but still a class act all around, the Royal Mirage consists of the Moorish-style Palace, the romantic Arabian Court and the ultra…
Doha
Occupying its own artificial island connected to The Pearl, the Marsa Malaz has decadent palatial dimensions, including an 18m-tall bronze horse sculpture…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
The stunning Dubai skyline looms across the Gulf, yet this romantic and megaposh gem offers a complete retreat from the city. Exuding the feel of an…
Doha
This superb hotel done up in contemporary Arab style has nice touches including atmospheric thatched roofs in the rooms, marble details in the bathrooms…
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
This beachfront hotel is a sentimental favourite and nirvana for active types with water sports, tennis courts and an enormous state-of-the-art gym. The…
Bur Dubai
Located in the heart of Al Seef's meandering walkways, this gracious spot opened its first phase in September 2018 with 39 rooms; there will eventually be…
Khasab
Using local materials, this appealingly rustic hotel attempts to blend into the environment with its sandstone-clad rooms, wooden beams and barasti (palm…
Saudi Arabia
The Hilton appears to be craning its neck to get a look at the Prophet's Mosque, such is its design. This means some rooms have the view everyone craves,…
Dubai
The striking lobby is an overture to the full symphony of relaxed luxury awaiting in huge, amenity-laden rooms with arabesque design flourishes and a…
Dubai
Shaped like a giant wave, this family-oriented resort on a 1km-long private beach is tailor-made for active types, with four pools, plenty of water sports…
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort
Jebel Akhdar
This exclusive address is positioned on the edge of the Jebel Akhdar crescent with eagle-eyed views of the mountain's famous terraces below. Accommodation…
Bur Dubai
This romantic B&B in a former private home beautifully captures the feeling of Old Dubai. The 11 smallish rooms are entered via heavy wooden doors and…
United Arab Emirates
With barasti (palm-leaf) detailing and private terraces opening onto the sand (many with private plunge-pool), this cluster of villas overlooking the sea…
Bur Dubai
Opposite the Dubai Museum, this hotel is an excellent hub for city explorers. The Arabian theme extends from the turbaned lobby staff to the design…
Sharqiya Sands
This pretty camp has stolen the march on its flashy neighbour, the Desert Nights Camp, by offering a welcoming, traveller-friendly service. Providing just…
Doha
An enormous metal oryx welcomes visitors to the St Regis, a hotel with fantastic eating establishments (including an indoor and outdoor weekend brunch in…
Downtown Dubai
Middle Eastern meets mid-century modern at this lifestyle hotel that draws global hipsters with high-tech touches, design cachet and thoughtful services…
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