If you’ve become more eco-conscious with your travels, you”ll be pleased to hear that Habitas AlUla has now opened. The sustainable hospitality brand has launched its first property in the Middle East at an ancient oasis in the desert canyons of the Ashar Valley.
The resort offers 96 guest rooms that span three tiers. These include the premium Celestial Villas, Alcove Villas and Canyon Villas. There is also wellness and fitness centres, a restaurant and swimming pool, but we can’t wait to check out the yoga deck.
Each of these spaces is constructed from ethically-sourced organic materials. The hotel is made out of a minimally invasive build model. The hotel was designed in a low impact way that does no harm to the environment.
The guest programming at the property features art and culture walks, canyon trekking, yoga, meditation and breathwork. Habitas will leverage its musical roots to offer performances from the region’s unique talents, and showcase them for guests through the medium of a concert series.
The property offers weekly outdoor cinema screening featuring regional cultural films and documentaries in addition to lectures on local initiatives, culture and history.
While Habitas AlUla’s on-site restaurant Tama is positioned as a gathering place that uses sustainable agricultural methods in its culinary experiences. The F&B concept marries Saudi and Middle Eastern cuisine, sourcing local ingredients and highlighting the flavours of Saudi Arabia.
From AED2,250 per night. Habitas AlUa. ourhabitas.com/alula
Read more about the new hotel opening in our sister title, Hotelier Middle East.
