[2025 Al Ula Stay] Travel Guide for Banyan Tree AlUla (Updated Apr)

Visiting Banyan Tree AlUla was a luxurious and relaxing experience 🌟. Located in the heart of the desert nature, this resort offers stunning views of sand rocks and unique geological formations.🏜️ The accommodation in private villas with modern design and premium services was extremely comfortable 🌿. I relaxed at the spa and enjoyed excellent meals at various restaurants 🍽️. The serene atmosphere and surrounding nature added luxury and relaxation to the visit 🌅. Banyan Tree AlUla is the perfect destination to escape the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy the beauty of nature and luxury.

I am a little reluctant to leave AlUla. The entire area of ​​AlUla is a canyon desert Yardang landform, which is vast and rocky. No matter where you are, you can enjoy 360-degree spectacular views. In particular, Ashar Valley, Banyan Tree, Our Habitas, Caravan Park and Malaya Mirror Hall are all in this area. Ashar Valley is also a resort area with north and south gates. To enter this area, you need to stay in a hotel or make a reservation at the Malaya Concert Hall. If you drive in from the south gate, you will see the Malaya Concert Hall on the road leading to the two hotels. The room at the Banyan Tree Hotel we stayed in was directly opposite the concert hall. The perfect combination of hotels and natural scenery makes AlUla and both hotels truly top the list of travel destinations.

The Banyan Tree rooms face the Maraya Concert Hall. At sunset, I visited this giant mirrored building again. The building is hidden in the orange canyon, creating a psychedelic light and shadow effect. Back at the hotel, the sky turned pink. During Ramadan, the hotel offers a special Ramadan buffet and a bonfire, creating a fantastic atmosphere. Looking up at night, the starry sky is truly mesmerizing.

[Saudi Arabia Guide: How to live in AlUla? There are two hotels that live in harmony with nature among the strange mountains and rocks around the Malaya Concert Hall. They are expensive. According to a query on Ctrip, the prices are about RMB 15,000 and RMB 17,000 per night respectively. The tent villa-style hotel is Banyan Tree, which is very close to the "Mirror Concert Hall". Visitors can book breakfast there in advance, and the price is about 400-500 RMB. The hotel with a swimming pool a little further away from the concert hall is the Habitas Hotel, which is more expensive. Its villas are square in design, and there is a straw turning entrance at the door. To me, it feels like a Chinese toilet, and an old-fashioned country toilet at that. I can't say it's very commendable. If tourists dine here, there is no buffet, only orders are accepted, and the consumption per person must be more than RMB 900. Too expensive! There are no other dining options around the concert hall. It is a 25-minute drive from AlUla New Town. [Are there any cheap hotels in AlUla? Many Chinese tourists come to AlUla to watch Hunan TV's "Flowers and Youth" and check in at the Mirror Concert Hall, but platforms such as Ctrip show that the hotels here are basically more than 1,000 RMB. On the evening of the 6th, I arrived in AlUla with two other friends who rented a car to travel with me. We found a three-story homestay at the entrance to the city. We bargained on the spot for a triple room to 300 Saudi rupees, which is about 600 RMB per night. Clean and comfortable, quite satisfactory.

Banyan Tree AlUla Recently, AlUla, an emerging tourist destination in northwestern Saudi Arabia, was awarded the first Destinations International certification in the Middle East. This summer, a series of breathtaking adventure and outdoor activities, rich cultural experiences, luxurious Arabian hospitality and rejuvenating therapeutic programs are launched, inviting visitors to explore the infinite possibilities of summer and enjoy the unprecedented desert style. 👜🛞🍄‍🟫 Here are ten things you can’t miss in AlUla this summer: 1. Stargazing in Garamelle 🪐🌰🥔 The magnificent Milky Way in AlUla attracts numerous astronomical tourists and photographers to explore. Wander through the Garamelle area surrounded by mysterious rock formations and listen to the starry sky tell the mysteries of the universe. 🍄❤️‍🩹🧶In addition, you can also enjoy a sumptuous barbecue dinner and start your summer adventure under the starry sky. From $106 per person. 2. 🌻🌼🌸Al Jadida Cinema Watch Saudi shorts, children's animated films and international blockbusters that celebrate local culture at Al Jadida, AlUla's first open-air cinema 🦈🐳. The cinema is designed as a complex space integrating interactive workshops and catering, where visitors can spend time for entertainment and leisure. 🌙⭐🥰 3. Hegra Wildlife and Nature Tour 👌👌 During this carefully planned 3-hour tour, visitors will take an off-road vehicle and, under the guidance of an experienced guide, 🍂🍁🌾 go deep into Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site - Heg Explore the world of 60,000 lights Say something...🏯🏣🏫

Banyan Tree AlUla is located in the Ashar Valley. Inspired by Bedouin tents, this resort hotel is built in the desolate desert and has a strong local flavor. Due to its remote location, the only way to get to the hotel is by car. You can take a taxi from the airport to the hotel, but once you arrive, there is no public transportation available. However, the hotel offers a free shuttle service to the concert hall. Each room is a separate building shaped like a tent and scattered throughout the valley. We rented a car and stayed in a basic room. The room is about 70 square meters and square-shaped. The entrance leads to the living room and bedroom, with a sofa facing the bed. The cloakroom and bathroom are in another area. The brass hardware in the room is very textured. The bedside socket has a USB port, so you can charge your phone without an adapter. The toothpaste is solid, which is rare. The mini bar is not free, which is a bit stingy. The service is average, and there are not many activities in the hotel. The swimming pool is not open to children under 16. BTW, when the wind is strong at night, the tent will make a whistling sound.

#besthotels The country flew half the world, Banyan tree Alula, and China's stomach ate at night, soaked its face, and watched the stars in the desert. It's really happy! I like to stare at the swimming pool while lying in bed during the day, and birds passing by will secretly drink water and take a shower in the pool. Sometimes pigeons have time for Maraya Music Hall, which holds the Guinness World Record for the largest mirrored building in the world, inside a hotel. It's like living in the middle of a desert at Banyan Tree in Saudi Arabia on Mars. At night, the places where the naked eye can see the Milky Way are sparrows and various little birds that I can't name. When people are happy, they tend to talk more nonsense and spend the whole day gossiping~

Located in the ancient environment of the Ashar Valley, the all-villa wild luxury resort is hidden in the 10,000 square meters of the Ashar Valley. Prehistoric rock art and futuristic villas converge here. Banyan Tree AlUla is a journey through time and space, a charming sanctuary suspended in time and space, and the first Banyan Tree resort to enter Saudi Arabia. Design Inspired by the natural environment of the Ashar Valley, AlUla Banyan Tree was designed by AW2 with a priority on preserving the natural beauty and rich heritage of the site. The unique desert environment between rock formations and ancient sites is integrated, and the buildings are hidden in the Ashar Valley in an environmentally friendly way. The independent tent clusters are almost seamlessly embedded in the Gobi Desert. Rooms The interior design creates a sense of indoor-outdoor unity, helping guests feel connected to nature. The hotel has 47 wild luxury tent suites, including one-bedroom villas, two-bedroom pool villas, and three-bedroom pool villas. Each villa starts at 77 square meters and features a panoramic terrace, allowing guests to lie down and enjoy the unobstructed natural beauty of the dunes and rock walls. Dining Alban all-day dining restaurant offers local Saudi specialties and international cuisine, while the signature Thai restaurant Saffron serves Thai delicacies and refreshing drinks. Special Pool The swimming pool is located in a natural fault between the rocks, reminiscent of the wadis that appear at the foot of cliffs when it rains. Experience immersive luxury spa unique to the Gobi Desert, with facades made of compacted sand and horizontal colored sand lines matching the rock formations in the background. The surrounding ancient rock walls make one feel like they are in a cave from thousands of years ago. Relax under the towering sandstone mountains, and as the day approaches dusk, soak in the pool and watch the golden scene unfold in the spectacular desert. Every moment is breathtaking.

#June2024 Banyan Tree AlUla As a representative work of the well-known high-end resort brand in Alila, this hotel is known for its exquisite service and luxurious facilities. The hotel not only has comfortable guest rooms, but also provides a variety of entertainment facilities such as spa, golf course, etc., creating a noble and pleasant holiday atmosphere.

Mysterious land that 99% of people have never been to | I recommend staying at this place · 🏴｜Location Nestled in the ancient setting of the Ashar valley The all-villa-style wild luxury resort is tucked away at 10,000 square meters in the Ashar Valley Prehistoric rock art and futuristic villas intersect here Banyan Tree AlUla is a journey through time and space A mesmerizing sanctuary suspended in time and space It is also the first time Banyan Tree’s newest resort in the world has settled in Saudi Arabia 🏴｜Common area The common area includes two gourmet restaurants, a pool, and a luxury spa AIban all-you-can-eat restaurant offers Saudi local specialties and international cuisine Sample Thai food and refreshing drinks at Saffron’s signature Thai restaurant The swimming pool sits in a natural fault between the rocks Reminiscent of the river Vardis that appears at the foot of the cliffs when it rains Experience the immersive luxury spa unique to the Gobi Beach The facade is made of compacted sand, and the variation of horizontal colored sand lines matches the rock formations in the background The ancient rock walls all around make you feel like you were in a cave from thousands of years ago Relax around the towering sandstone mountains It was nearly dusk that day, soaking in the pool and looking out at the spectacular desert, presented with a pie of gold, was a shock at every moment.

🕌B&B | ALULA Banyan Tree Hotel 📍Address | El Ora, Northwest Saudi Arabia · 🏴|Design ALULA Banyan Tree was designed by AW2 Inspired by the natural environment of Ashar valley Designers prioritized protecting the natural beauty and rich heritage of the site Fusing a unique desert environment between rock formations and ancient sites Construction trails are desperately hidden in the Ashar valley in an eco-friendly way Groups of independent tents are almost seamlessly embedded in the Gobi Desert · 🏴｜Guest room The interior design space creates a feeling of oneness inside and outside Help guests feel connected to nature The hotel has 47 wild luxury tent suites Featuring single-bedroom villas, double-bedroom pool villas and triple-bedroom pool villas Each villa starts from 77 square meters and features a panoramic terrace There is no hindrance to lie down and view the natural beauty of the dunes and rock walls ·