Habitas Al-Ula
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Habitas Al-Ula
Saudi Arabia is known for its “Financial” riches but all this has made us forget that it is a country with an ancient culture, breathtaking desert landscapes, which thanks to its wealth has infrastructure of exceptional quality.
Al-Ula is in the Medina region.Historically located on the Incense Route, Al-Ula was the capital of Lihyan. Near the city, 20 kilometers north, are the Hegra ruins, which were the first site in the Saudi kingdom to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
…your stay will take place in the Bedouin domain of Habitas anchored in a canyon, between two rock walls, Habitas is an ultra luxurious, eco-responsible and totally exclusive oasis. In this setting in total harmony with nature, you are invited to interact with the breathtaking natural setting, you reconnect with the essential, with pure beauty and a taste for adventure. 96 sumptuous rooms, right on the velvety sand, with terraces and large cotton canvas canopies, display a sophisticated, ethnic and warm decoration and offer you the desert as a backdrop. At the end, the infinity pool and the Tama restaurant, perfectly integrated into the rocky setting, contribute to this extraordinary experience. And to complete your relaxation, the Thuraya wellness center offers numerous treatments and rituals, from meditation to a collection of massages drawing on the therapeutic virtues of local products. Simply divine!
Prince Abdul Majeed Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
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For a totally immersive experience, a few camel strides from the Habitas Alula hotel, Caravan by Habitas is anchored in an oasis, on the ancient places of passage of the Bedouins, and offers absolute disconnection. In this setting of sandstone cliffs and palm trees, nourish your soul and enchant your heart by stopping off in these luxury Airstreams, the typical American caravan, which combine optimal comfort and harmony with nature. Offering stunning views of the surrounding canyons and date palm oasis, each accommodation has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a private outdoor terrace and a surround sound system. To fully enjoy the magic of the desert.
During your stay we will offer you the opportunity to explore the richness and diversity of this unique place and Saudi culture through six principles that govern Habitas’ experiential philosophy: music, well-being, gastronomy, adventure , art and knowledge. Starry nights, Bedouin gastronomy, nature on the back of a camel or in a 4×4… So many invitations to experience unforgettable
There is emotion at this historic site which is a magnificent testimony left by one of the oldest civilizations in the world: the Nabataeans. The first site in Saudi Arabia to be classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hegra, which recalls the nearby Petra, is a set of remains of 111 monumental tombs with facades sculpted with inscriptions and rock drawings that leave you absolutely speechless. For two hours, your professional guide tells you many anecdotes and details that allow you to learn more about the Nabataean way of life. You obviously make a stop at Jabal Ithlib, a sandstone formation which displays thousands of inscriptions and drawings dating back to the 6th century BC. You leave as you arrived, in a vintage Land Rover driven by your guide, which has retained all its charm..
Sit comfortably on a sofa there, in the middle of the desert and observe this famous geological formation that nature has shaped: a magnificent rock shaped by the effects of erosion (water and wind) into the shape of an elephant. At a height of 52 meters, this elephant in profile with its trunk skimming the ground attracts all the attention and becomes even more dazzling in the sunset light. The spectacle is absolutely magical in this breathtaking setting of red and golden sand where other sandstone sculptures also emerge here and there
All of the greatest adventures must come to an end. Accompanied by fond memories, you’ll travel back to the airport for your departure flight and return home
