Desert Retreat Camp
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Desert Retreat Camp
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Bidiya, Al Wasil, Al Sharqiyah 421, Oman
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The 2-star Desert Retreat Camp offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Wahiba Sands. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. All the necessary facilities, including fireplace, gift/souvenir shop, express check-in/check-out, car park, family room, are at hand. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as towels, cleaning products, carpeting, fireplace, mirror. Access to the hotel's hiking trails, horse riding will further enhance your satisfying stay. A welcoming atmosphere and excellent service are what you can expect during your stay at Desert Retreat Camp.Show More
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4.4/5Cleanliness: 4.4
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Public ParkingFreeCurrency ExchangeWake-Up CallSkiingHikingRestaurantCaféSmoking Area
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Meeting Point visit the Bedouins and camel ride
(4.5km)
Landmarks: Arabian Oryx Camp
(6.1km)
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Double Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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Bedouin Triple Tent
3 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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Guest Reviews(10)
4.4/5
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.4
- Amenities4.4
- Location4.4
- Service4.4
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Guests appreciate the clean, well-appointed Bedoin-style tents with solar lights and mosquito nets, comfortable outdoor seating, and warm hospitality from friendly staff, all in a remote yet scenic desert location 29 minutes from the nearest village.
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Guest User
January 19, 2024
Authentic experience, no frills to distract from the beautiful location. Sustainable: solar panels to pump water from his own well deep under the ground. The water is used for the bathroom facilities in the camp. The owner also shares the water with local camel farmers, so their camels can drink.
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January 27, 2023
A truly authentic desert experience wrapped in Omani hospitality. The tents are comfortable with solar lights and mozzie nets just in case - although we experienced none. Each tent has its own open air bathroom which is extremely clean and also each tent has a little outdoor seating area - a nice touch. The camp sits at the base of the largest dune in the area and offers shade but also the challenge of climbing to see sunset and sunrise. Meals are good and food is plentiful. What makes this camp stand out is the Omani owner's engagement with his guests (perfect English), his concern for their comfort and expectations and his obvious care of the environment. Dune bashing, camel rides and star gazing are available but no hard sell. Sitting round the fire after dinner with new friends was special. There were no highlights - it was all wonderful. Thank you Humaid.
Guest User
January 31, 2023
This desert experience was the highlight of our trip to Oman and exceeded all expectations! The camp is located in a remote location at the base of the highest dune in this part of the desert The bedoin style tents are both perfectly suited to the environment and very comfortable. The food was ample and well prepared. The dune driving experience was remarkable as was the camel ride. But what made this experience even more exceptional was the owner and host. This camp is owned and run by a man who is indigenous to the area. And he speaks perfect English! His generous spirit and warmth were very special indeed!
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January 31, 2023
We stayed with our family of 4 and had a great time. The experience was magical. The camp was surrounded by large majestic dunes in an isolated area of the desert. The host and other guests were very friendly which made for a great atmosphere in the camp. This stay made for a unique, relaxing and fun time !
Guest User
March 25, 2022
We were two couples, from Germany and USA looking for a desert experience. We were not disappointed. The location is incredible and the camp sites are well designed and comfortable. Homed provided us with warm hospitality, a good meal, a beautiful sunset hike and stargazing afterwards. The beds were comfortable and clean. Very quiet. No bugs and bathrooms good. In the morning a sunrise hike and a filling breakfast fallowed by camel rides. Everything was according to plan and price. Not about luxury or sitting around staring at phones. We would definitely do it again and stay longer. A good trip would be two nights with a day trip to Wadi Bani Khalid for swimming in the heat of the day. So highly recommended and many thanks to Homed and his capable staff.
Guest User
February 9, 2023
Campamento con encanto y anfitrión super agradable! Disfrutamos mucho d la estancia, del silencio del desierto, d la cena y desayuno incluido, de bajar corriendo por las dunas o ver atardecer y amanecer desde encima d una duna y del paseo en camello por la mañana Las tiendas son comodas y tienen baño /ducha al lado pero solo para ti , muy limpio y nuevo Nos encantó!
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Guest User
March 6, 2023
Muy atento el manager, hasta nos llevo y espero en dos oficinas de telefonia celular para que nos solucionen un tema de chip bloqueado. Una experiencia inolvidable. Atencion y servicios de acuerdo a lo prometido. Recomendado. Naturaleza.
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February 22, 2023
Une douzaine de tentes, chacune disposant de son petit cabinet de toilette en dur, à ciel ouvert. Confort simple mais suffisant. Le camp est à 30 mn de piste de la route nationale à Al Wasil (4x4 nécessaire ou transfert a organiser avec le propriétaire) La localisation est parfaite, au pied d'une magnifique dune de sable ocre, à gravir en 20 mn pour profiter du coucher du soleil. Accueil sympathique du propriétaire (omanais) mais mutisme absolu des employés (indiens) en charge de l'entretien et des repas. Le filet d'eau qui sort de la douche ne contribuera pas à la désertification de la planète, d'autant plus que l'eau chaude est...froide. Le sol de la tente est couvert de tapis, le lit est équipé d'une moustiquaire et une petite lampe assure un éclairage parcimonieux. Mais la beauté de l'endroit invite à l'indulgence. Pas de WiFi mais réseau 4G disponible. Repas buffets simples mais bons. Activités payantes possibles (Dromadaire, 4x4 tour) Si vous avez votre véhicule, nous recommandons d'y passer 2 nuits (avec excursion au très beau Wadi Bani Khalid le lendemain) et/ou un tour en dromadaire. Un camp de petite taille qui offre un confort simple dans un endroit magnifique.
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January 9, 2022
Une nuit dans le désert comme vous en rêvez … Le camp est situé à 29 mn de route du village le plus proche. Un 4X4 est obligatoire pour rejoindre le site. Un transfert est possible. (55 euros À/R par voiture). Les tentes sont confortables. Bien évidemment nous ne sommes pas chez Sofitel et c’est ce que l’on recherche ! Moustiquaire. Éclairage solaire. Une douche (eau tiède) et toilette par tente. Tout est très propre. Magnifique spectacle du coucher / lever du soleil sur les dunes. Nuit étoilée incroyable. Repas de qualité. Excellent accueil. Un grand nombre d’agences de voyages proposent cette sortie. Vous pouvez tout à fait le faire par vous même. Passez directement avec eux pour la réservation (Whatsapp). Louer un 4X4 à Muscate ou à l’aéroport. N’oubliez pas le GPS. Comptez 2h d’autoroute en excellent état, quasiment désertes et éclairées. Un dernier conseil: couvrez vous, les nuits dans le désert y sont TRÈS fraîches … Dépaysement assuré.
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Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–20:00
Check-out: 07:00–12:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Children between 0 and 5 years old can stay for free if no extra bed is needed.
Cots and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about cot and extra bed policies.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Health Protected
Quite Clean
- 4.4/5
Health & safety measures
- Thermometers available
Property Description
- Opened: 2011
- Number of Rooms: 16
The 2-star Desert Retreat Camp offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Wahiba Sands. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. All the necessary facilities, including fireplace, gift/souvenir shop, express check-in/check-out, car park, family room, are at hand. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as towels, cleaning products, carpeting, fireplace, mirror. Access to the hotel's hiking trails, horse riding will further enhance your satisfying stay. A welcoming atmosphere and excellent service are what you can expect during your stay at Desert Retreat Camp.
Services & Amenities
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Public ParkingFree
Currency Exchange
Wake-Up Call
Skiing
Hiking
Restaurant
Café
Smoking Area
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