Overnight in the Desert: The Best Desert Hotels in the World
| July 21, 2017
Qasr Al Sarab – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Qasr Al-Sarab resort is the literal manifestation of an oasis in the middle of the airy Rub’Al Khali desert, the largest uninterrupted sand desert in the world. The resort is comprised of over 200 suites, including the Royal Pavilion Villas. These elegant private quarters come with amenities like a nightly massage or choice of different activities like camel trekking, bike tours, or a drive along the dunes.
While you’re there, you can balance relaxation with adventure, spending your days wandering through the desert, then enjoying a spa treatment or a swim in the pool at night. Rooms start around $290, while a full villa rents out for about $2,744 per night.
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