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…
Must-see hotels in Middle East
Shiraz
This attractive hotel, run by an enterprising family who has renovated the surrounding lanes over the past five years, is located in a traditional house…
Wadi Rum
Wedged into a secluded bend of the rocks, well away from the other Diseh camps, this is a great establishment. Two professional chefs rustle up…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Manama
This classy, low-slung place close to the heart of uber-cool Adliya is an excellent choice. Its four-star rooms are large, contemporary in style and…
Beirut
Helpful multilingual host Samir has done a great job of maintaining the essence of this characterful old house that's very handy for the boutiques and…
Amman
Straddling the boundary between midrange and top-end in terms of facilities if not price, is this smart hotel with large contemporary paintings making a…
Muscat
An excellent hotel in terms of service and amenities, the affectionately known 'InterCon' is so close to the Opera House you can virtually hear the…
Jordan
At the time of research, this small guesthouse overlooking the Pella site was due to open in late 2017. The property was once owned by artist-architect…
Amman
The Le Meridien is undoubtedly grand and stylish. While it primarily targets business travellers, the hotel is considerably more affordable than the…
Manama
With distinctive style and character rare in international hotels, the Novotel is built like a qasr (castle) around elegant central courtyards and is…
Oman
While the grand staircase, marble lobby and five-star amenities (landscaped pools, rooftop bar and fine dining) are familiar prerequisites of most luxury…
Muscat
This hotel is pure kitsch. Allegedly designed by a Yemeni prince, the exterior owes much to Disney, while its stained-glass and marble interior is a cross…
Sharqiya Sands
Occupying a ring of attractive stone chalets around a covered majlis (reception area) with a campfire, this cosy camp is in the middle of a basin within…
Doubletree by Hilton – Al Muroj Business Gate
Riyadh
Located in northern Riyadh, Doubletree Al Muroj provides easy access to the city centre and most tourist sites. As expected from this international brand,…
Muscat
So close to the sea, ospreys settle on the garden lamp posts, and yet with the amenities of Al Mouj complex within walking distance, this modern hotel…
Downtown Dubai
This crash pad for next-gen creatives and entrepreneurs has upbeat public areas with cool lamps and other urban accents that smoothly segue to white,…
Jeddah
The chic InterContinental boasts three main drawcards: a waterside location with a private beach, good facilities (including decent restaurants) and…
Nazareth
More a homestay than a B&B, this simply furnished nine-room guesthouse is run by Bishara, a retired vitrage ('stained glass' in French) artisan, who grew…
Esfahan
If this hotel was any closer to Esfahan's iconic square, guests would be taking up residence in Ali Qapu Palace. Aside from the perfect location, this new…
Manama
These excellent-value, stylishly decorated suites and apartments come with access to a communal temperature-controlled swimming pool and Jacuzzi that…
Amman
This delightful hotel in a leafy embassy district of Jebel Amman is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a hotel removed from the hustle and bustle…
Manama
Despite being 4km from the city centre, this veteran hotel is the most convenient for the Gulf International Convention Centre and has easy access to…
Salalah
The main rendezvous for Western expats, this sociable and highly competent hotel, with roundels of local scenes and coloured glass, is an old favourite…
Aqaba
This Hilton franchise has become an instant Aqaba landmark, if only for its location. Rooms and service are of the expected high standard, though the…
Riyadh
All the details of a fabulous modern hotel are present at Al Faisaliah, including fresh orchids and chocolates delivered daily to your room, and your own…
Ritz-Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa
Manama
Arguably Bahrain’s most luxurious and opulent hotel, the Ritz-Carlton boasts its own private beach on a secluded island and a host of world-class…
Iran
Located on a hill above Abyaneh, this cared-for hotel with its kind and amiable management offers the most comfortable place to stay in town. It also…
Shiraz
With a popular restaurant on the 6th floor, a sports complex including an attractive pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, this new and stylish hotel is giving the…
Manama
You'll put up with the dated, slightly eccentric decor at the Carlton when you see the excellent-value, large, clean and spacious rooms. These, combined…
Iran
Beautifully exotic, this modern-day caravanserai, set against the imposing backdrop of Kuh-e Bisotun (Mt Bisotun), perfectly conjures the ambience of The…
Amman
An enormous complex with hundreds of rooms and suites as well as restaurants, bars, clubs, swimming pools and its own mall, the Grand Hyatt is truly a…
Aqaba
Set back from the Corniche you can sit in bed at this slick hotel and enjoy the sea views. Some rooms are an odd shape, but the furnishings and stone trim…
Esfahan
Owner-manager Mr Bagherian is extremely proud of his hotel, and no wonder. In an excellent location in the centre of town, its 60 spacious rooms have…
Amman
Halfway between Jebel Amman and downtown (so you'll keep fit), this hotel has big rooms that have been recently renovated to very welcome effect. There’s…
Manama
In the heart of downtown Manama, this old favourite continues to get rave reviews. The contemporary black and grey elegance works well, and the pillow…
International Arab Divers Village
Jordan
Up the hill from the coast and with great views across the Gulf of Aqaba from the rooftop terrace, this homely establishment attracts those with a serious…
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