10 Dreamy Desert Hotels We Love
Where vast landscapes, extraordinary architecture and the beauty of the desert come together
There is a luxury found in the desert - the space, silence and the feeling of being completely removed. From the ancient landscapes of AlUla to the the vastness of the Atacama, these extraordinary hotels make the desert their greatest asset.
1. Our Habitas AlUla
Ashar Valley, Saudi Arabia
Set among the dramatic sandstone canyons of Saudi Arabia's Ashar Valley, Our Habitas AlUla blends into the landscape, while open-air spaces, wellness experiences and design encourage guests to slow down and reconnect with their surroundings.
2. Longitude 131˚
Uluru, Northern Territory, Australia
Few hotels can claim a view quite as extraordinary as Longitude 131˚, where private luxury tents look directly towards Uluru. Designed to immerse guests in the landscape, the property combines contemporary Australian design with an intimate connection to one of the country's most sacred and iconic natural landmarks.
3. Tierra Atacama
Atacama Desert, Chile
Surrounded by volcanoes and salt flats, Tierra Atacama is a celebration of the Atacama Desert. The architecture draws inspiration from its surroundings, using earthy tones and natural materials to create a feeling of harmony with the landscape.
4. Six Senses Southern Dunes
Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
Six Senses Southern Dunes brings a modern interpretation of desert luxury. The resort sits within the dramatic landscapes of the Hijaz Mountains, with villas and suites designed to maximise the extraordinary views.
5. Our Habitas Namibia
Namibia
Deep in the Namibian wilderness, Our Habitas Namibia is a place where luxury comes with a strong sense of adventure. The property sits within a vast private reserve, surrounded by mountains, savannah and abundant wildlife.
6. Desert Rock Resort
Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
Built dramatically into the mountains of Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast, Desert Rock Resorttakes desert architecture to another level. Rather than simply sitting within the landscape, the resort is carved into it, with suites and villas integrated into the surrounding rock formations.
7. Amangiri
Canyon Point, Utah, USA
A modern icon of desert architecture, Amangiri is set within the starkly beautiful landscape of the American Southwest. Its minimalist concrete structures appear sculpted from the surrounding canyon and has made Amangiri one of the world's most coveted desert escapes.
8. Six Senses Shaharut
Negev Desert, Israel
Perched high above the Arava Valley, Six Senses Shaharut offers sweeping views across the Negev Desert and towards the Edom Mountains. The resort combines natural materials, warm earthy tones and contemporary design.
9. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Rising from the dunes of the Liwa Desert, Qasr Al Sarab has the unmistakable grandeur of a desert palace. Its architecture draws on traditional Arabian design, creating a romantic sense of place surrounded by some of the UAE's most spectacular dunes.
10. Onduli Ridge
Damaraland, Namibia
For a more intimate take on desert luxury, Onduli Ridge is hard to beat. Hidden among the dramatic granite boulders and ancient landscapes of Damaraland, the lodge offers just a handful of beautifully designed suites, making the experience feel wonderfully private.
