Nestled between the majestic Hajar Mountains and the crashing cerulean waves of the Indian Ocean, Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort immerses guests in the stunning natural beauty and historical significance of Fujairah, the only emirate in the east coast of the United Arab Emirates that is almost entirely mountainous.
Fujairah offers rich cultural traditions and contemporary luxury. Just 90 minute from Dubai, you nevertheless enjoy all of the seclusion and privacy your heart desires. The resort is only 50 kilometers from Fujairah City and within easy reach of the area?s unique attractions, including ancient fjords, palm groves, hot springs, and historical land marks.
The hotel features 218 sea view rooms, nine meeting rooms, eight food and beverage options, a professional dive centre, penguin club for kids, a luxurious spa, and easy access to unique experiences such as snorkeling trips, water sports, deep sea fishing, and four-wheel drive expeditions.
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Due to unforeseen necessary pool maintenance, the main pool will be closed and only the shallow side of the swimming pool will be operational from 31st May until 11th June 2009 both dates inclusive.
Hotel Accommodation
Every one of Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort’s 218 rooms offers floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular sea views, and overlooks the pool, beach, gardens, and landscaped grounds. Room sizes vary from the 48-square meter Deluxe rooms overlooking the Indian Ocean to the 750-square meter Royal Suite. 88 Superior rooms offer the luxury of a private balcony facing the sea.
The top five floors of the hotel are dedicated to the 35 Royal Club rooms and suites where guests enjoy a wide range of exclusive services, including express check-in and checkout, complimentary High Speed Internet Access, a wide range of complimentary refreshments throughout the day, and access to the Royal Club Lounge, complete with a daily Happy Hour in the evening.
The 10 Executive Suites are double the size of the normal rooms with separate lounge and dining areas, bedroom, and kitchenette – which make it ideal for families. All of the suites have a private terrace and balcony overlooking the ocean.
The Royal Suite is 750 square meters of private luxury with Italian décor and furnishings, appointed on the top floor with a master bedroom, two lounge areas, two additional bedrooms, a large dining room with balcony, private Jacuzzi, and a fully-equipped kitchen with direct access to the service elevators.
Deluxe and Superior Rooms include the following benefits:
- Welcome Drink and Cold Towel on arrival
- Daily 'Fruit of the Day'
- 02 bottles of mineral water [Daily].
- In-room complimentary tea & coffee making facilities
- Use of non-motorized water sports equipment;
- Access to 'Penguin Club', specialized Kids Club; for children between 2-12 years, children under 4 have to be accompanied by parents.
- Shuttle bus to Fujairah City [as per schedule];
- Shuttle bus to Dubai City Centre [as per schedule];
- Access to Le Mirage Health Club facilities namely: sauna, steam, gymnasium and Jacuzzi;
- Daily day time & evening animation activities.
- All rooms have DVD +selection of films [English] available at Le Mirage Health Club Reception
- The above listed benefits must be featured in the brochure
Royal Club rooms & Suite facilities & Amenities:
- All of the inclusions like the Deluxe and Superior Rooms, Plus
- 02 Sets of clothing items pressed on daily basis.
- One Spa Bath Service in Room per stay.
- Daily cocktails in the Lounge from 1900 - 2000 hrs.
- Complimentary use of wireless internet access in the Lounge
- Rooms guaranteed on the higher floor
- Private check-in and access to the Royal Club Lounge on the 15th floor;
- Buffet breakfast in Taste Restaurant from 0700 to 1100 hours;
- Light Refreshments throughout the day;
- Daily in room Amenities.
Family Rooms include the following benefits:
- For every 05 nights booked, One Romantic Evening for the Parents, which includes a 3 course dinner for 2 at Taste or Swaad Restaurant. On this evening, the children will be taken care of in the room by a babysitter, subject to parent?s approval. Advance booking is required.
- Welcome Drink and Cold Towel on arrival,
- Fruit of the Day.
- 02 bottles of mineral water every day.
- Use of non-motorized water sports equipment;
- Access to 'Penguin Club', specialized Kids Club; for children between 2-12 years, children under 4 have to be accompanied by parents.
- Shuttle bus to Fujairah City [as per hotel schedule];
- Shuttle bus to Dubai City Centre [as per hotel schedule];
- Use of Le Mirage Health Club facilities namely: sauna, steam, gymnasium and Jacuzzi;
- Access to Cinema Room for daily scheduled movies.
- Daily animation activities free of charge.
- Surprise gifts for the children
Hotel Restaurants and Bars
An array of dining options makes Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort an ideal setting for hosting an anniversary, birthday celebration, wedding, or any special occasion.
The Baywatch Village is an outdoor complex with a beach bar, pool bar, and a restaurant offering al fresco dining during the day and seafood fine dining in the evening. The hotel also offers romantic moonlight dinners beachside on special request.
And of course, guests who fancy a quiet night in can indulge their taste buds from the comfort of their room via the 24-hour in-room dining service.
Restaurants & Lounges:
Astro's Rooftop Bar
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Astro?s Rooftop Bar provides a wide range of innovative beverage options ? from classic cocktails to regional beers and an extensive wine list, as well as several inspired non-alcoholic mixes.
Baywatch Beach Bar:
Cuisine: Snacks
Baywatch Pool Bar:
Cuisine: Snacks
Baywatch Restaurant:
Cuisine: Seafood
Swaad:
Elegant Indian restaurant offering authentic cuisine in a contemporary ambience. The exotic blend of herbs and spices and the intricate preparatory methods are all intended to let the aromas and flavours sink into the fare and your senses.
Taste:
Inspired by the intricate art of the high-end Thai kitchen, Taste serves mouthwatering dishes in stylish surroundings. It also features a licensed bar with live music and the opportunity to dine al fresco during the cooler months.
Tea and Dates:
The airy lobby café, Tea and Dates, serves an assortment of scrumptious pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and salads.
Views Restaurant:
Views vast and atmospheric space with live music allows diners to enjoy views of the gardens and sea. East-Meets-West fusion fare fills the extensive and elaborate buffet ? served at breakfast, lunch, and dinner ? and BBQ in the cooler months.
Meal Plan Information
Meals will be served in Views Restaurant and are inclusive of mineral water and tea or coffee along with meals. Guests will be given a credit towards their food bill should you choose to patronize any other restaurants. The difference on a la-carte prices will be charged to your personal account.
All Inclusive Package
All-Inclusive 'Standard' supplement includes:
- Inclusive of Buffet Lunch at Views Restaurant
- Inclusive of Buffet Dinner at Views Restaurant
- Inclusive of standard brands of mineral water, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits served by the glass at Views Restaurant and Baywatch Pool and Beach Bar. These beverages can be consumed ONLY at the above-mentioned outlets from 1000hrs until midnight. Child Supplement is inclusive of mineral water and soft drinks.
All-Inclusive 'Gold' (Premium) supplement includes the same as above PLUS premium branded drinks.
Hotel Activities and Entertainment
- 230-metre golden sand beach
- Water sports Centre [windsurfing, sailing, water-skiing, aqua cycles, Oxoons)
- Largest free-form swimming pool in the UAE
- Three floodlit tennis courts
- Beach volleyball & football
- Gymnasium
- Squash court
- Sauna & steam room
- Daily daytime & evening animations
- Jacuzzi
- Ayurveda Centre
- Spa Al Aqah
- Ladies & Gents saloon with a wide range of treatments
- Games Room [billiards, darts, table tennis, boa
- Cinema Rooms
- Safaris & Mountain-excursions
- City sightseeing
- Boat & Dhow trips to Musandam
- Chartered Fishing Trips
- Mountain, coastal and heritage discovery tours
- Upgraded Sport Fishing on board a 26 foot cabin cruiser with bow seating
- Fly Fishing Academy with Martin James a Legend in Fly Fishing Sport
- Arcade Room
- Crazy Golf, a new 9-hole miniature golf course.
Hotel Children Information
Penguin Club for Kids:
Exploration awaits for the little ones. Keep them entertained and engaged with a host of fun activities, including Mini Golf, face painting, pizza making competitions, T-shirt painting, kids disco, pirates’ day, and much more. Under the watchful eyes of our qualified childcare staff, your little ones can enjoy the indoor and outdoor play area, covered swimming pool, large playground, gaming arcade, and cinema room. Separate daily activities are offered for kids ages 4-7, 8-12 and 13-16 years. Children younger than 4 years old must be accompanied by a parent or babysitter.
Diving Information
PADI Professional Dive Centre :
Discover the wonders of scuba diving in Arabia's clear warm waters, full of fascinating marine life, under the professional supervision of a PADI instructor. Certified divers can explore the wreck just off the hotel beach, see a new underwater world during a night dive, or take an adventure daytrip to the Musandam.
Spa Information
Spa al Aqah offering Thai, Balinese and traditional Ayurvedic therapy all available to refresh and rejuvenate.
Hotel Additional Guest Services
Multilingual Staff
24-Hour Concierge Service
Currency Exchange
Laundry Service
Express Check-Out
Express Check-In
Shoe Shine Service Available
Jewelry Shop
Clothing Store
Bellmen/Porters
Business Centre
Car Rental Desk
Florist
Elevators
News Stand
Gift Shop
Parking Facilities
Transfer to Hotel
Dubai Airport (DXB): Approximate driving time to Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort is 1 hour and 30 minutes and distance is 140 kilometres (87 miles). One Way Private transfer is included in price.
Hotel Local Attractions
Private beach – next door
Dibba Village – 15 kilometres (9 miles)
Wadi Al Hail Valley and Springs – 15 kilometres (9.5 miles)
Ain Al Ghamour Hot Springs – 20 kilometres (12.5 miles)
Fujairah (city) – 45 kilometres (28 miles)
Fujairah Fort (17th-century castle) – 47 kilometres (29 miles)
Wadi Ham Valley – 30 kilometres (18.5 miles)
Al Bidya Mosque – 30 kilometres (18.5 miles)
Al Heil Castle – 53 kilometres (33 miles)