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Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah BeachvsBab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is the choice of most writers compared to Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach. Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa comes in at #17 in Dubai with endorsements from 6 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, Time Out and Afar Magazine.
Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach
Frommer's
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Marina, PO Box 473828, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $200/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This reputable French-chain hotel has a lovely property on one of the most beautiful sea-spots of Dubai." Full review
Star Service " It does, however, deliver on its promised resort atmosphere, which is why its rooms are always full and its guests are always happy." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located across the street from one of Dubai's best beachfront dining and shopping promenades...rooms overlook the water and have a private balcony, featuring teak furnishing and warm colors. "
Dubai Travel Guide
August 6, 2021
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa Frommer's
Rough Guide
Time Out
Oyster
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Independent
Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
International Endurance City, 308th Rd, P.O Box 8168, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $220/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Relaxation defines this enchanted desert resort, located 45 minutes outside Dubai near Endurance City." Full review
Rough Guide "Hidden out in the desert a 45-minute drive from the airport, this gorgeous resort occupies a wonderfully atmospheric replica Arabian fort."
Time Out "For a touch of old-style Arabia, without losing any modern comforts, desert resort Bab Al Shams is one of a kind." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"A popular, family-friendly resort and attracts a range of guests, including business travelers looking for something a bit different." Full review
Afar Magazine "The family-friendly Bab al Shams Desert Resort & Spa wraps around an oasis and looks out over gently rolling sand dunes that guests explore by 4x4, horse, camel, and mountain bike." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Meaning gateway to the sun, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is located in the desert outside of the city." Full review
Fodor's "Bab al Shams, translating as "doorway to the sun," is a five-star adobe brick oasis, a vision you'd expect to find on the edges of the Sahara desert, or perhaps as a set for a movie." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Escape big-city Dubai with a stay at Bab Al Shams, a low-slung desert resort modeled after an Arabian fort." Full review
Independent "There are desert adventures such as camel rides, falconry exhibitions and nature walks to enjoy...each of the rooms reflects the Middle East in its design, and provides guests with desert views"
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Lonely Planet "Resembling a fort and blending into the desertscape, Bab Al Shams is a tonic for escapists seeking to indulge their Arabian Nights fantasies" Full review
