Habitas AlUla

Habitas AlUla is an experiential luxury resort that seeks to redefine the guest experience and deliver a concept called ‘luxury for the soul’. This oasis of desert hospitality is located within easy striking distance of the Unesco World Heritage Site of Hegra and blends seamlessly into AlUla’s incredible desert landscape. Central to the difference at the Habitas AlUla experience is its emphasis on immersive light-touch tourism with activities that introduce visitors to Saudi Arabia’s history, traditions, and culture through cultural exchange. Thus, in addition to an opportunity to trek through magical canyons or ride on horseback through the desert, Habitas AlUla has curated interactive off-property experiences that connect guests to local people and give them an authentic taste of life in this ancient desert oasis.

Sustainability is at the core of the property’s ethos and is evident throughout. The resort’s 100 eco-friendly cabins – all of which have private terraces – were prefabricated off-site and are minimalist in style. The guestrooms reflect the beauty of the surrounding landscape with neutral fabrics and light-coloured woods, while local rugs and artefacts add a pop of colour and a sense of place.

While not exploring AlUla’s magical surroundings, guests at Habitas AlUla can look forward to pampering themselves at the wellness centre with its spa treatments and yoga sessions. The hotel’s magnificent outdoor swimming pool is circled by a wooden deck liberally dotted with comfortable shaded sunbeds – perfect for lounging after a cooling dip! Nearby, a traditional Arabian majis sitting area has been set up on the sands and is the place to go for a relaxing drink in the afternoon or after sunset to watch the stars while being warmed by the dancing flames from the fire pit.

Dining is always with a view at Habitas AlUla’s restaurant, which dishes up high-end Middle Eastern cuisine at lunch and dinner, enabling guests to sample traditional local delicacies while savouring the resort’s spectacular location.