Title: SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp (Lodge) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=45540929&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp Travelers find a peaceful rural retreat where they can recharge with local flavors and comfortable surroundings away from everyday stress ## Photo gallery for SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp ![Terrace/patio - SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp (Bidiya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45541000/45540929/e8e9056a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room - SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp (Bidiya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45541000/45540929/3869a71b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double or Twin Room | Bathroom - SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp (Bidiya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45541000/45540929/7898d834.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double or Twin Room | View from room - SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp (Bidiya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45541000/45540929/3886bf56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double or Twin Room - SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp (Bidiya)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45541000/45540929/4336355f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies SAMA Al Areesh sits in a quiet rural setting that perfectly balances tranquility with comfort. Guests start their day with a continental breakfast at the on-site restaurant and can relax with coffee or tea in the welcoming lobby area. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=45540929&PinnedHotelID=45540929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room ![Standard Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45541000/45540929/64f6d66d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Desert view - 275 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45541000/45540929/e2e5201c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Bidiya travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Bidiya.dx6341299) [View more Lodges in Bidiya](https://www.expedia.ca/Bidiya-Lodges.d6341299-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C22.49587%2C58.68668&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=biyauQi1JUqZfdiQkh-jMr6pOCs=) Al Qabil, Bidiyah, A’ Sharqiyah Sands, Bidiya, Wahiba ### What's nearby - Al-Wasl Fort 29 min drive \- 19.8 km - Bidiya Marketplace 41 min drive \- 33.1 km - Al Muntarib Fort 42 min drive \- 33.4 km - Bidaya Museum 44 min drive \- 34.0 km - Ibra Park 48 min drive \- 56.2 km ### Restaurants - Dr. Sweets Al Dariz 22 min drive - مطعم النخيل 20 min drive - Al-Kark Village 18 min drive ## About this property ### SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp Lodge in a rural location SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Tour/ticket assistance and coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp include comforts such as air conditioning. 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Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as SAMA Al Areesh Lodge SAMA Al Areesh Bidiya SAMA Al Areesh Lodge Bidiya ## Frequently asked questions ### Is SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp ? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp ? ### What time is check-out at SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp ? ### Where is SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## SAMA Al Areesh Desert Camp Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Ibrahim Jan 26, 2024 Liked: Staff & service It was amazing night weather.. we enjoyed the sands.. thanks to receiptionist and all stass they are friendly and helpful.. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F35DD801D678A26E16B897E81B98AEB22E7FE1E71706288541219.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/65B04EB82CB46D0764FEDBFBBEC6DD80EB26F8F41706288538830.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ibrahim Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Marie-Pier Oct 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We stay there for one night. We were the only guest in the resort so we had a really good service. It's very quiet and you can do is relaxing and walking on the dunes right behind the resort. The room was spacious and very clean. The food for dinner was very good. As for the breakfast, some fruits or real fruit juice would have been nice. Overall, we really like our stay. ##### Marie-Pier Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### karim Oct 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities l’accueil du personnel, le lieu, les équipements, le repas tout était magnifique ##### karim Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henrik Feb 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ein sehr schönes Camp. Gut mit dem Auto zu erreichen und nicht so überlaufen wie andere Camps da am Rande der Wüste. Dennoch kommt gutes Wüstenfeeling auf. Sehr nettes und bemühtes Personal. Alles tip top sauber. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. ##### Henrik Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### R. van Jan 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hartelijk ontvangst en vriendelijke doch lichtelijk schuchtere bediening; wellicht vanwege de taalbarrière maar dat was niet echt nodig. Schone bungalow met schone lakens en goed werkende douche en airco. Diner en ontbijt uitgebreid maar aan de kwaliteit van het diner zou wat extra aandacht besteed kunnen worden zodat het er wat definieerbaarder uitziet. Geweldige ervaring om duin omhoog te lopen pal achter het terrein om zon te zien ondergaan en opkomen. Wat een rust. ##### R. van ### 10/10 Excellent #### Egon Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Egon Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BOUMEDIENE Apr 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### BOUMEDIENE Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Juweira Boutique Hotel - Adults only](https://www.expedia.ca/Salalah-Hotels-Juweira-Boutique-Hotel.h5155635.Hotel-Information) > > [Dorsett Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong](https://www.expedia.ca/Kwai-Tsing-Hotels-Dorsett-Tsuen-Wan.h7054843.Hotel-Information) > > [Sur Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sur-Hotels-Sur-Hotel.h4508047.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Crystal Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Crystal-Hot-Springs-Hotels.0-l553248621532646269-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Gloria Chalet](https://www.expedia.ca/Salalah-Hotels-Gloria-Chalet.h28941258.Hotel-Information) > > [Ayla Ibri Hotel and Mall](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibri-Hotels-Ayla-Ibri-Hotel.h90077995.Hotel-Information) > > [West Castle Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterton-Park-Hotels-West-Castle-Motel.h5702723.Hotel-Information) > > [Condo Rentals Wildwood Crest](https://www.expedia.ca/Wildwood-Crest-Condos.d174863-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Bedouin Nighets Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Bidiya-Hotels-Bedouin-Nighets-Camp.h97087562.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyriad Hotel Salalah](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyriad-Hotel-Salalah.h97516079.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Hojari - Jabal Samhan, Salalah](https://www.expedia.ca/Salalah-Hotels-Jabal-Samhan-By-SAMA-Resorts-And-Spa.h38971590.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d178248-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Souly Eco Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Salalah-Hotels-Souly-Eco-Lodge.h22462958.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Austral Lineas Aereas](https://www.expedia.ca/Canada-Jetlines-Flights.cAU.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Sandspit (YZP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yzp/vancouver-to-sandspit) > > [Flights from Baltimore (BWI) to Buffalo (BUF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bwi/buf/baltimore-to-buffalo) > > [Flights from Pune (PNQ) to New Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/pnq/del/pune-to-delhi) > > [Flights from sultan abdul aziz shah airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/szb/flights-from-sultan-abdul-aziz-shah-airport) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Zakynthos](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Zakynthos.d601109.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Oahu](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/kid-friendly-vacations/180077/Oahu) > > [Stonehenge](https://www.expedia.ca/Stonehenge-Salisbury.d6050515.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Tianjin](https://www.expedia.ca/Tianjin.dx3545) > > [Visit Coeur d'Alene](https://www.expedia.ca/Coeur-DAlene.dx6034019) > > [Visit Palm Coast](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Coast.dx6637)