JA Hatta Fort Hotel

Relax, eat and stay at JA Hatta Fort Hotel while visiting the beautiful mountainous area of Hatta. The resort is complete with 52 unique chalet-style accommodations. Amid the surrounding nature, it's a perfect spot to spend a quiet weekend with family or friends.

The hotel is set amid the rugged Al Hajar Mountains and is Dubai’s only mountain resort. It really does offer everything – from picturesque mountain views to desert landscapes and clear, starry night skies.

Things to do at the hotel

For a blend of relaxation and adventure, JA Hatta Fort Hotel offers guests a variety of unique experiences. Make use of one of the resort’s two swimming pools and meander through the gardens and walking tracks, or spend time soaking up the amazing views from your own private balcony. Visit the Terra Boutique in the lobby, where you can support local businesses by purchasing Hatta Honey Bee honey, or take the time to rejuvenate at Terra Wellness, the hotel’s wellness facility offering massages, facials, haircuts and more.

Thrill-seekers can enjoy activities like archery, air gun shooting, mini-golf and wildlife discovery. The hotel’s proximity to Hatta Wadi Hub and Hatta Dam also opens up opportunities for mountain biking, kayaking, hiking and zip-lining.

If you’re simply popping into Hatta for the day, stop by for a bite at one of the hotel’s signature restaurants. Café Gazebo offers all-day meals by the adult-only pool, while The Rock Pool is family-friendly, serving snacks and drinks. Peaks Café in the lobby offers light bites, while Jeema is the perfect spot for panoramas of the gorgeous Al Hajar Mountain ranges while you dine. Enjoy the views from Sunset Terrace or head to Hikaya Restaurant for an outdoor food truck experience under fairy lights.

How to book

Premium accommodations include deluxe mountain-view rooms and a number of deluxe villas with three bedrooms – ideal for families and groups of friends. The 120sqm villas blend in with the rustic surrounds and offer a private jacuzzi, garden and pantry area. 

For an immersive experience in the rugged environment, choose the hotel's recently launched Terra Cabins instead. While fitted with upscale amenities, the cabins offer many sustainable solutions too – from solar panels for energy saving to infrastructure that helps with efficient temperature control. There are even cabins designed for pet-friendly stays, allowing guests to bring along their furry pals for a getaway filled with fresh air and nature walks.

A nightly stay at this hotel starts at AED450 during low season, going up to AED1,400 during high season.

For the latest prices, including taxes and fees, and information on booking suites, please visit the official hotel website.

How to get to JA Hatta Fort Hotel

You can reach JA Hatta Fort Hotel using the following public transportation options:

Bus: The nearest bus station is Hatta, Emirates NBD-1 which can be accessed by bus route E16. You can catch this bus across multiple stops in Dubai, including at Oud Metha Metro Bus Stop 1, which is right outside the Oud Metha metro station on the Green line of Dubai Metro. Please visit rta.ae for detailed public transportation schedules.

Alternatively, if you're driving, say from Dubai Mall, then get on Dubai-Al Ain Rd/E66 from Financial Center Rd/D71. Continue on that road, then drive from Emirates Rd/E611 and Sharjah-Kalba Rd/E102 to Milehah. Take exit 47, then take Dubai-Hatta Rd/E44 to the hotel. Get a preview of your entire trip on Google Maps.

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