Located within the Hajar Mountains, JA Hatta Fort Hotel is just over an hour from Dubai and a ten-minute drive from the Oman border. Established in the 1980s, the spot is one of the oldest hotels in the UAE.
The hotel’s 52 rooms, suites and chalet-style accomodation overlook the picturesque mountain that the fort’s known for, while villas offer the added luxury of a private garden and Jacuzzi.
If you can’t get enough of those views, book into Jeema, which serves an international à la carte menu and features live music. For a more casual experience, Café Gazebo also offers picturesque mountain views, and overlooks two outdoor swimming pools.
You’re on holiday – it’s time to relax, so make a date at Senses Spa. More active? You’re in the perfect place. Those seeking outdoor adventures can take part in guided four-wheel mountain and wadi excursions or walk, run or ride mountain bikes up the rugged tracks. You can even kayak on the Hatta Dam. While at the hotel, you can turn your hand to some putting at the mini-golf range, or try out the air gun and target archery range.
The hotel’s 80 acres of manicured gardens make for good running grounds for kids, but little ones can also enjoy their very own swimming pool as well as a range of children’s activities.
Hotel guests can use all facilities within the Club House for free, including a snooker and billiards table, air-hockey table, table tennis and badminton courts and table football. Best pack those trainers and workout leggings.
Dubai-Hatta Road, www.jaresortshotelscom, reservations.hfh@jaresorts.com (04 809 9333).
