04 July 2016

Take a weekend getaway without booking a flight this holiday season and avail of one of the many hotel deals on offer by the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) most luxurious hotels. With hotels struggling to reach maximum occupancy, deals for residents appear to becoming more common. With the Eid holiday approaching, hotels are expecting a majority of guests to come from within the country, as well as around the Gulf Corporation Council (GCC). Here is a guide to ten deals not to be missed out on this summer.

Dubai:

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort

Nestled between gently sloping dunes and natural desert landscape, Bab Al Shams offers a traditional Dubai desert experience true to the heritage of the UAE. 'The Great Escape' offer allows customers 50 percent value back on the room rate to spend during the stay. The voucher can be spent at any of the four restaurants at the hotel or for a massage at the Satori spa. This five-star luxury resort features an infinity pool overlooking the desert and on-site activities offered include archery, falconry and croquet. Guests can also explore the surrounding area by jeep, horse or camel.
Contact: +971 4 809 6100

JA Hatta Fort Hotel
Opt for a stay in a charming Deluxe Chalet-Style Room at JA Hatta Fort Hotel this summer and enjoy a very special room rate of just 375 dirhams ($102) per night, including breakfast and welcome drinks for two adults and up to two children under six years. Located amidst the captivating Hajar Mountains and set within 80 acres of scenic gardens, JA Hatta Fort Hotel is just over an hour's drive from Dubai. Escape the city to relax in peaceful tranquility, or explore the pools and activities such as tennis, mini-golf, archery and 4×4 trips to explore the surrounding mountains and desert.
Contact +971 4 814 5333 and quote the promotional code 'JAHFMID'.

Madinat Jumeirah
UAE residents can enjoy a stress-free 'staycation' when a minimum of two nights are booked at any hotel in Madinat Jumeirah, including Al Qasr, Dar Al Masyaf and Mina A'Salam.The offer saves guest an additional 10 percent on the hotel's best available rate and includes complimentary breakfast and a choice of lunch or dinner at participating restaurants across Dubai. Guests will also benefit from complimentary and unlimited access to the hotels' two kilometre long private beach, Wild Wadi Waterpark, Sinbad's Kids Club and Talise Fitness. The offer starts from 990 dirhams ($245) and is only valid for UAE residents between Thursday 9 June and Friday 30 September 2016.
Contact: +971 4 366 8888

Fujairah:

Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort
Floor to ceiling windows allow guests a beachfront view overlooking the Gulf of Oman and the Al Hajar Mountains. The hotel is offering one free night for every two consecutive nights purchased as well as a complimentary breakfast buffet, 20 percent off the hotel spa, mini golf and water sports and diving activities. Located by the beach, the hotel offers a 230 metre stretch of beachfront and a large free form swimming pool.
Contact: +971 9 244 9000

Ras Al Khaimah:

Waldorf Astoria
This summer, you can benefit from up to 30 percent discounts on rates at the Waldorf Astoria hotel located in Ras Al Khaimah. The hotel offers a luxurious spa, an 18-hole championship golf course and a 350 metre private beach, set against the waters of the Arabian Sea.Guests can also sign up to be Hilton HHonours members and earn twice as many HHonour points with their booking.
Contact: +971 7 203 5555

Double Tree by Hilton, Marjan Island
The beachfront resort and spa is offering a 30 percent discount on rooms booked before September 4. Children under the age of 6 years old can dine and stay in the hotel for free, while taking advantage of the kids club, an indoor play zone and outdoor shaded pool.
Contact: +971 7 203 0000

Abu Dhabi:

Jumeirah at Etihad Towers
Part of the iconic Etihad Towers high-rise complex the hotel is offering UAE residents who book a minimum of two nights a 15 percent off the best available rate using the promotional code 'UAERESIDENT'. The stay will include all complimentary daily access to the breakfast buffet, the Observation Deck, as well as private pools and beach area.
Contact +971 2 8115888

Ritz Carlton Grand Canal
Take a trip to the UAE's capital this summer where you can stay for three nights and only pay for only two. Children under the age of 12 years old can dine and stay for free, while benefiting from activities offered by the Ritz Kids Club. Discounts in the spa and restaurant are also included, or you can try the Friday Brunch and Stay offer, which combines an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, with pool and beach access as well as the award-winning Giornotte Friday Brunch experience for two guests.
Contact +971 2 818 8181

Ajman:

Ajman Saray
Take advantage of Ajman's laid back vibe with one of the hotel's many summer offers including a free room for every two consecutive nights stayed at the hotel or a daily breakfast and a buffet dinner, and half-price treatments in the GOCO Spa when you book a room during the summer months.
Contact +971 2 714 2222

Kempinski Hotel Ajman
This beachfront hotel boasts a relaxed atmosphere and a private beach. Kempinski is offering guests who stay three consecutive nights a complimentary buffet breakfast and the luxury of a late check out on the day of departure, all for the price of a regular two-night stay.
Contact +971 6 714 5555

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