Just 20 minutes from the Red Sea International Airport, Desert Rock Resort is one of the most distinctive additions to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea tourism project. Unlike the many island resorts set to open along the coast, this inland retreat is built directly into the rugged desert terrain — offering a very different kind of stay.
Spread across 30,000 square metres, the resort has been carved out of mountains and clifftops, blending in with the surrounding rock formations. The hotel features 60 villas and suites, each designed to offer privacy, views, and a strong connection to the natural environment.
Accommodation types range from Nabatean-style villas with expansive desert views to Mountain Cave Suites cut directly into the massif.
Guests of Desert Rock can choose from:
- Wadi Villas, featuring private pools and wide views across the valley
- Cliff Hanging Villas, suspended along the massif’s edge
- Mountain Cave Suites, integrated within the rock face
- Royal Villas, offering larger layouts and added privacy
Every accommodation comes with its own private pool and a Villa Host.
At the centre of Desert Rock is a communal area inspired by traditional gathering places in the wadi. There’s a library, a listening room stocked with 400 vinyl records, and Basalt — a restaurant that serves an international menu by day and transforms into an Indian dining experience at night.
The Desert Rock Spa located in the wadi offers massage treatments using Amara gold oil and private yoga classes designed to restore calm and focus. The spa menu and design echo the natural surroundings, creating a calm space for guests to unwind.
Desert Rock Resort is just one piece of the Red Sea region transformation. If you prefer the seaside rather than mountain, check out the upcoming Equinox Resort Amaala and Nammos Resort AMAALA. Each of these projects adds new dimensions to Saudi Arabia’s growing list of luxury destinations.
