Situated in the heart of the desert and nestled in the dunes of Dubai, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is the ultimate luxury retreat. An exclusive low-rise resort in the desert surrounded by gently sloping dunes and natural desert landscape, Bab Al Shams offers guests a one of its kind traditional desert experience that is true to the culture and heritage of Dubai and the UAE. With its literal translation from Arabic meaning \'gateway to the sun\', Bab Al Shams is built in an Arabic fort setting in and around an oasis. Inside the walls, shaded courtyards, walkways and water features provide cool shelter and maintain the unique ambience and atmosphere. Your choices for dining at Bab Al Shams reflect world class standards in both cuisine and service. From traditional Arabic fare to slowly cooked Indian dishes, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa offers a range of exquisite dining experiences. The food, service and ambience at the resort\'s restaurants are a sure treat for your taste buds. Get the weekend started with brunch on the lawn at Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa. It\'s a brunch that all the family can enjoy with entertainment for every age group and plenty to keep little ones amused as you enjoy the fabulous feast. There\'s face painting, pony and camel rides, kite flying, activity tents and even the appearance of some much loved Disney characters. It\'s not all for the kids though, with a brunch offering some of the finest food from around the world and live music, everyone will find themselves calling for more. Overlooking the Arabian Desert, Al Forsan Restaurant offers a refreshing, friendly ambience for those who want to enjoy a buffet and à la carte menu for breakfast, lunch or dinner with the family. Located in the heart of the hotel, Masala\'s exquisite menu of Indian dishes. Slow-cooked in traditional style, with the ambience of traditional Indian background music, is an enchanting complement to Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa. As the gateway to the sun, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is renowned as a sanctuary of traditional Arabian comfort, peace and tranquility. We are also pleased to be able to offer you an endless range of activities to get your pulse racing; we call it leisure, activity and re-invigoration. Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is a renowned sanctuary of traditional Arabian comfort.