in AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Sahary AlUla Resort
Updated 1 July 2026
- Baby
- Toddler
- Kid
- Teen
Sahary is the down-to-earth, family-first camp in AlUla, a glamping-style resort of tents and cabins set in a desert garden, and it stands out for one simple reason: it actually has things for children to do. There is an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and even a baby safety gate on request, a year-round outdoor pool, and family rooms that fit everyone, all at a price well below the luxury valley resorts. Children of all ages are welcome and under-twos stay free, which makes it one of the friendliest AlUla options for families with babies and toddlers. It is simple rather than stylish and the dining is basic, so it will not suit families chasing a design-led desert dream, but for practical, affordable, genuinely kid-friendly desert nights it is a lovely surprise.
Our verdict
The most genuinely kid-friendly and affordable stay in AlUla, with actual playgrounds, a pool and family-first policies. Choose it for practical, budget-friendly desert nights with young children, not for boutique polish.
The rooms
Tent-style and cabin rooms dotted around a desert garden, including family rooms with the space a family of four needs, and cots for the little ones (children up to two stay free using a cot). It is glamping rather than luxury, so expect comfortable and practical over polished, but the family formats and the on-site play areas make it one of the more genuinely child-focused places in AlUla.
At a glance
- For kids
- Indoor and outdoor play areas
- Babies
- Safety gate, under-twos free
- Pool
- Year-round outdoor pool
- Value
- Most affordable in AlUla
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
- Indoor play area and outdoor play equipment for kids
- Baby safety gate available and under-twos stay free
- Year-round outdoor pool and family rooms
- Well below the price of the luxury valley resorts
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:00
Breakfast
Simple start before the morning warms up.
- 9:30
Sightseeing
A cooler-hours trip to Elephant Rock or Old Town.
- 13:00
Play area and pool
Indoor play through the peak heat, then a swim.
- 18:30
Campfire supper
A relaxed dinner and the fire pit as the desert cools.
Family things to do nearby
Playground time
Indoor and outdoor play areas give children a safe place to run, unusual for an AlUla resort.
Pool afternoon
The outdoor pool is a cooling break for the whole family during the desert heat.
Campfire evening
An outdoor fireplace and desert garden make for a gentle, memorable family evening.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
One of AlUla's most baby-friendly stays: cots, a baby safety gate on request and free under-twos, though a tented room means light sleepers hear more.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
The play areas and shallow pool make this a genuinely toddler-happy spot, rare in the region.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
Space to run, a playground and a pool keep this age busy at a family-friendly price.
Teen
12 yrs and up
Simpler and less stylish than the boutique camps, so teens chasing cool may find it plain, but the value is strong.
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Parents also ask
Does it really have facilities for young children?
Yes, and that is its strength: there is an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate on request, which is unusual for AlUla. Combined with free under-twos, it is one of the friendliest options for families with little ones.
Is it comfortable enough for a family?
It is comfortable and practical glamping rather than luxury, with family rooms and a pool. Dining is basic and it is not stylish, so set expectations for a simple, functional stay rather than a design retreat.
How far is it from the sights?
It sits in the desert but relatively near town, so Old Town, Elephant Rock and Hegra are all a manageable drive. As everywhere in AlUla, a hire car or arranged transfers make family days out easier.
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