Desert, starry sky and escape from mass tourism, fly to AlUla in Saudi Arabia and find out where to use points to sleep in stunning hotels
Have you ever heard of AlUla, called the "Pearl of the Desert" and known by many as the "Petra" (in Jordan) of Arabia [...]
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Have you ever heard of AlUla, said "Pearl of the Desert" and known by many as the "Petra" (in Jordan) of Saudi Arabia?
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It is located in the northwest Saudi Arabia and is a fascinating location, rich in history and culture, where you can totally relax and escape the chaos of mass tourism.
We recently wrote about how Italians are, this year more than ever, In search of exotic and unusual destinations And of the increasingly strong need to choose Safe locations where they can enjoy relaxation, with no worries under the banner of vacations away frommajor tourist flows.
In general, Saudi Arabia is an emerging destination in recent years and increasingly attractive to Italian tourism as well, so much so that over 53 thousand Italian tourists have chosen it as of the beginning of 2024. But AlUla, in particular is considered a essential stop.
Winter but especially spring are the best times to visit AlULA, fascinating location, rich in history and culture, in the northwest of theSaudi Arabia. Temperatures are between 15°C and 25°C, ideal for exploring the region without the excessive heat of summer.
To date reserved mostly for a tourism luxury, AlUla is even more fascinating and attractive in the eyes of the frequent flyer because there you can book a room in the hotel where you can spend points from loyalty programs. In AlUla there are several choices of hotel facilities including those signed Accor, Hyatt e Marriott among the main ones.
Shaden Resort AlUla @Accor
Accor hotels in AlUla
Shaden Resort. It is located in 21 kilometers distant from AlUla airport. L'hotel Shaden Resort AlUla is designed based on traditional Arabic architecture, and every detail reflects a connection with the surrounding landscape. Here it is possible to wake up enveloped in the golden light of the sun rising over the ancient sandstone mountains, as the desert breeze gradually rises.
Banyan Tree AlUla. It is a tented resort. This facility is inspired by the cosmopolitan nature of Nabataean architecture. Here you can enjoy privacy to the fullest through the reconstruction of an intimate setting. Ideal for breathtaking views.
Banyan Tree AlUla @Accor
Hyatt hotels in AlUla
Hyatt Place AlUla. The facility will officially open in late 2025. It is located near UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Hegra and the University, and just 25 kilometers northwest of AlUla International Airport. The Hyatt Place AlUla offers 215 rooms.
The hotel will also feature two dining options, meeting facilities, a swimming pool, and a gymnasium. Its strategic location allows guests to move quickly from their arrival to the experience offered by the hotel and explore the wonders of AlUla.
Marriott hotels in AlUla
NUMAJ. This is the first Autograph Collection Hotel Of the region. A facility that focuses on territory, tradition and the magic of the stars. It is scheduled to open on 2027 and the hotel, with its 250 rooms, will offer guests five restaurants plus one gourmet, a spa, two swimming pools, a center fitness, spaces dedicated to events and business, and an area retail, all designed to reflect the millennial and cultural identity of the destination.
How to get to Alula by plane
There are no direct flights from Italy to AlUla. One must take a flight from Rome or Milan to the airport Riyadh, King Khaled International Airport, with Saudi Airlines, Emirates or ITA Airways. Or to the airport in Jeddah, the King Abdul Aziz International Airport. Then from there take a local flight to AlUla airport.
