Everyone deserves a little break, right? And there’s nothing better than escaping to the desert from some well needed R&R. Enter: Pura Eco Retreat Jubail Island.
If you are looking for a quick getaway only minutes from the big city, look no further than Pura Eco Retreat Jubail Island as it finally reopens its doors for its third season on September 15 after the summer break.
The Pura Eco Retreat Jubail Island is known for its luxurious, yet sustainable staycation packages and dining experiences thanks to its wide variety of activities that encourage you to put your put down and relax.
Pura means “pure life” in Costa Rican, and that’s what the retreat is all about: rest, relaxation, and endless connection with nature.
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Pura Eco Retreat Jubail Island is located slap bang in the middle of Jubail Island, where you can book a staycation and take your pick from chic eco-domes or native tents, all with on-demand room service.
The retreat is a stone’s throw away from the mangroves, which means you can wake up to the healing sound of nature.
The domes at the Pura Eco Retreat Jubail Island comes complete with king-size beds, modern amenities, private bathrooms, outdoor cabanas and fire pits, while the native tents are a little more rustic, set up by the water where you can enjoy stargazing at night before retreating to your king size bed, or fire pit for when you want to relax to the sounds of the unique wildlife around you.
Looking to complete serenity? You can enjoy a variety of activities during your stay at Pura Eco Retreat Jubail Island, including kayaking through the mangroves, fat-biking along the beach, or bird watching.
The pristine pool deck also offers expansive mangrove views, yoga sessions and and opportunity to leave all your worries (and your phone) behind.
Rates start at Dhs1,500 inclusive of breakfast where you can choose from a variety of dishes, including Turkish eggs, exotic fruit platters and eggs benedict, plus an activity of your choice from sound healing and yoga to horse riding and cycling.
Over on the menu, you’ll find starters like cauliflower tabouleh, grilled octopus and burrata. For main courses, indulge in dishes like carne asada (Angus beef escalopes with the chef’s special marination), lobster linguine, stuffed eggplant with ratatouille and crispy sumac salmon.
Sweet tooth? Pura Eco Retreat Jubail Island has you covered. Over on the dessert menu you’ll find delicious dishes including saffron rice pudding with poached apricots, mixed berries cheesecake, granny smith apple crepes and an assortment of ice creams and sorbet.
Whatever options you go for, the Pura Eco Retreat promises to be an absolute hoot. What are you waiting for?
Open now. From Dhs1,500. Pura Eco Retreat, Jubail Island, instagram.com/staypura (50 383 7878).
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