Bab Al Shams, DubaiBab Al Shams in Dubai, United Arab Emirates has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 123 of 453 hotels we score in Dubai. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 4.3, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0, Agoda 3.5. Rooms from about $767 a night (cached, not a live quote).Bab Al Shams is a five-star desert resort situated within the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. The property is designed to look like a traditional fortified Arab village, making it suitable for families and couples seeking a desert setting. Facilities include a spa, an infinity pool, and various dining options. The resort offers a mix of rustic and modern interiors and provides services such as babysitting and valet parking. While the architecture provides an authentic atmosphere, some guest rooms are noted to be somewhat dark. The hotel underwent renovation in 2023 and is located a short drive from the centre of Dubai.What stands out

Traditional village style architecture

On-site spa and infinity pool

Family friendly facilities

Located in a conservation reserve

Watch out for

Some rooms are dark

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