AlUla, Saudi Arabia Banyan Tree AlUla
A journey through time in the Ashar Valley
Welcome to Banyan Tree AlUla, an enchanted sanctuary suspended in time and space. Nestled in the magical Ashar Valley, one of the world's most captivating destinations, the resort is surrounded by sweeping desert sands, towering sandstone cliffs and rugged rock formations. Canopy tented villas pay tribute to the land, blending seamlessly with the scenery. Set within the world's largest living museum, Banyan Tree AlUla is only a short flight from Riyadh or Jeddah, with direct connections from Dubai. Here, timeless history, Arabian hospitality and contemporary luxury come together for a stay quite unlike any other.
Location
The resort is located in Wadi Ashar in the Ashar Valley near AlUla
AlUla Airport is around 1 hour 45 minutes by flight from Riyadh, while the mirrored building Maraya is just a three-minute drive away
Historic sites including AlUla's Old Town, Dadan, Jabal Ikmah and Elephant Rock (Jabal Alfil) are all a short drive from the resort
Highlights
Canopy tented villas with private pools, framed by sandstone cliffs and dunes
Rock Pool – exclusive to in-house guests aged 18 and above
Floating Breakfast and Dove Canyon Dining as signature culinary experiences
Stargazing, the Rock Art Trail and excursions into AlUla's 8,000-year history
Amenities
4 villa categories, each with a private pool (except the Dune One Bedroom Villa) · 2 restaurants (Saffron, Harrat) · Banyan Tree Spa with treatment rooms · fitness area · Rock Pool · free Wi-Fi · complimentary valet parking
Impressions
Cuisine
Saffron, Banyan Tree's award-winning signature Thai restaurant, takes guests on a culinary journey through authentic Thai flavours in an elegant, Arabian-inflected setting. Harrat offers a multi-sensory experience: decorated with locally made handicrafts, the rustic restaurant serves Arabic and international fusion cuisine throughout the day, from breakfast to late-night dining.
For more intimate moments, guests can enjoy in-villa dining, a traditional Bedouin Tent BBQ with storytelling and Arabian music, and signature experiences such as the Floating Breakfast and Dove Canyon Dining amid the sandstone mountains.
Wellness
Banyan Tree Spa AlUla sits in quiet seclusion within the Ashar Valley, guided by Banyan Tree's 8 Pillars of Wellbeing – a holistic approach blending traditional rituals with natural ingredients. Signature treatments such as the 150-minute Royal Banyan massage combine Eastern and Western techniques with warm herbal pouches and sesame oil.
The wellness offering also includes the Rock Pool, a naturally treated pool set among sandstone mountains, exclusive to in-house adult guests. Spa and wellbeing activities are available daily from 10am to 9pm.
Experiences
The Ashar Valley invites unforgettable experiences: nighttime stargazing with state-of-the-art telescopes, the self-guided Rock Art Trail past 8,000 years of ancient inscriptions, and hiking, biking, rock climbing, via ferrata and zipline adventures across the sandstone canyons. Nearby, discover AlUla's Old Town and its bazaars, the ancient trading city of Dadan, the inscriptions of Jabal Ikmah, Elephant Rock, and the artistic village of Al Jadidah, home to the world's largest hand-painted carpet.
Room categories
Every villa at Banyan Tree AlUla is decorated with authentic, handcrafted Arabian-inspired antiques, offering private retreats with views over the desert and mountains.
The Dune One Bedroom Villa (77 sqm) offers a king-size bed, a bathroom with patio access and an external fire pit, for up to 2 guests.
The Dune One Bedroom Pool Villa (77 sqm) offers a king-size bed, a bathroom with patio access, an external fire pit and a private swimming pool, for up to 2 guests.
The Dune Two Bedroom Pool Villa (138 sqm) offers an outdoor dining area, a fire pit and a private swimming pool with sun loungers beneath the tent canopy, for up to 4 guests, with king or twin beds.
The Dune Three Bedroom Pool Villa (240 sqm) offers a spacious living area, a ten-seater dining table and a secluded terrace with a private swimming pool overlooking the Ashar Valley's sandstones and dunes, for up to 6 guests, with king or twin beds.
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Banyan Tree AlUla
Amid endless dunes, ancient rock formations and the stillness of the Ashar Valley, your own personal sanctuary awaits. Banyan Tree AlUla blends Arabian heritage, contemporary luxury and the magic of the desert into a stay you'll remember long after you leave.
Reach out for a no-obligation travel enquiry – we'll tailor your stay at Banyan Tree AlUla exactly to your wishes.
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