in AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Our Habitas AlUla
Updated 1 July 2026
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Our Habitas is the boho-chic desert resort that put AlUla on the wish list, a village of 96 low-slung villas tucked among date palms with the sandstone walls of the Ashar Valley all around. For families it strikes a nice balance: children of all ages are welcome and stay free in your villa, there is a striking infinity pool plus an indoor pool, and the vibe is relaxed rather than formal, so nobody minds a splashing toddler. Meals are wholesome and served in a communal, sociable way, and the activity menu (wellness, canyon walks, stargazing) works well for older kids and parents alike. Like the whole valley it is remote with no dedicated kids club, and the design-led villas prize openness over baby-proofing, both worth planning around.
Our verdict
The relaxed, good-looking desert base for families who want villa privacy and a beautiful pool without full-on formality, helped a lot by kids staying free. Bring your own baby-proofing mindset and treat the valley walks as the day's entertainment.
The rooms
A spread of freestanding villas among the palm groves, each with a private deck and canyon views, in Alcove, Canyon and Celestial styles that mostly hold a family of three to four. Children stay free in the parent's villa, cots come on request, and a handful of larger villas suit bigger families, so ask about the two-key or connecting options when you book.
At a glance
- Kids stay free
- All ages, in your villa
- Pools
- Infinity pool and indoor pool
- Villas
- Freestanding, private decks
- Getting around
- Car needed, sights are a drive
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Children of all ages welcome and stay free in your villa
- Striking infinity pool plus an indoor pool
- Relaxed boho vibe where families feel at ease
- Wellness, canyon walks and stargazing on the doorstep
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:30
Communal breakfast
Wholesome spread in the main tent, a sociable start with the cliffs as a backdrop.
- 10:30
Pool time
Infinity pool while it is quieter, then shade before the midday heat.
- 13:00
Villa siesta
Retreat to the villa through the hottest hours, perfect for a nap.
- 17:30
Canyon walk
Stretch the legs among the palms as the light turns golden.
Family things to do nearby
Infinity pool swim
The turquoise pool against sandstone is the resort's showpiece and a hit with kids of every age.
Canyon walk
A gentle, shaded walk among the palms and rock walls, easy enough for small legs early or late in the day.
Stargazing session
Guided evening stargazing under some of the darkest skies in Arabia, a quiet family favourite.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Kids stay free and cots are available, but the open-plan villas and desert setting mean you handle baby-proofing and supplies yourself.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
Toddlers love the pool and the space; keep an eye on the open villa decks and the unfenced desert edges.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
Canyon walks, pool time and stargazing keep this age busy, though there is no kids club to drop them at.
Teen
12 yrs and up
The design, the wellness activities and the photogenic setting land well with teenagers.
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Parents also ask
Is it good for young children?
Yes within limits: children of all ages are welcome and stay free, there is a pool they love, and the vibe is relaxed. Just remember there is no kids club, the villas are open-plan and design-led, and it is a remote valley, so plan supplies and downtime.
Do children really stay free?
Yes, children stay free when sharing the parents' villa, using existing bedding. Confirm the exact age policy and any extra-bed or cot charge for your dates when you book.
How far are the sights?
Hegra, Elephant Rock and AlUla Old Town are all a short to moderate drive away, roughly 15 to 40 minutes. A hire car or the resort's transfers make family days out much smoother.
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