The Nest by Nara

14 exclusive desert sanctuaries where luxury meets wilderness in Dubai’s most intimate eco-lodge experience

Limited availability during peak season – Advance booking recommended

A Suite Nestled in the Dunes

Where sustainable design meets uncompromising comfort, The Nest proves that environmental responsibility enhances rather than compromises the
luxury experience.

Curated Experiences

From astronomer led stargazing to private desert cinema, every moment is thoughtfully designed for wonder.

Intimate Scale

Just 14 Nests ensure absolute privacy and personalised service in the heart of Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Sustainable Luxury

Solar power and water conscious design creates minimal impact while maximising comfort.

Culinary Excellence

Farm to table Middle Eastern cuisine reimagined by our resident chef with panoramic desert views.

ACCOMMODATION 

Your Private Desert
Sanctuary

Each of our 14 Nests is a masterpiece of contemporary desert design, where traditional Arabian hospitality meets modern luxury. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame endless desert vistas while ensuring complete privacy.

Luxury Accommodation

King-size bed with Egyptian cotton linens, accommodates up to 2 adults and 2 children (under 12)

Ensuite Elegance

Rainfall shower, organic L’Occitane amenities, plush robes and slippers

Private Terrace

Your personal viewing deck for spectacular sunsets and stargazing

✓ Welcome drinks

✓ High-speed WiFi

✓ Premium in-room amenities

✓ In-room mini-bar

✓ Climate control

✓ Private pitfire

Book Your Desert Overnight Experience

The Nest Experience

Eco-Luxury Stay Only

The Nest Experience

Ideal for quiet getaways or returning guests

From AED 2,340

per Nest (2 guests)

4:00 PM – 10:00 AM

Wake to silence, stars and the desert breeze in your private eco-retreat.

Breakfast included

Luxury dune pod with king bed and ensuite bathroom

Private deck for stargazing and sunrise views

Optional add-on: Dinner & entertainment at Sonara Camp

Eco-luxury design 

MOST Popular

Sonara + Nest Experience

The ultimate desert escape

From AED 2,650

per Nest (2 guests)

4:00 PM – 10:00 AM

Your full Sonara evening followed by a memorable overnight stay at The Nest.

Breakfast included

Full Sunset & Dinner Experience at Sonara Camp

Overnight stay at The Nest by Nara – a private eco-luxury pod on the dunes

Private deck and fully-equipped room with premium amenities

Breakfast included

Welcome drinks & canapés

Your choice of sunset activities

Three-course dinner experience

Entertainment options

The Nest lounge access

Book Your Desert Overnight Experience

Eco-Luxury Stay Only

The Nest Experience

Ideal for quiet getaways or returning guests

From AED 2,340

per Nest (2 guests)

4:00 PM – 10:00 AM

Wake to silence, stars and the desert breeze in your private eco-retreat.

Breakfast included

Luxury dune pod with king bed and ensuite bathroom

Private deck for stargazing and sunrise views

Optional add-on: Dinner & entertainment at Sonara Camp

Eco-luxury design 

MOST Popular

Sonara + Nest Experience

The ultimate desert escape

From AED 2,650

per Nest (2 guests)

4:00 PM – 10:00 AM

Your full Sonara evening followed by a memorable overnight stay at The Nest.

Breakfast included

Full Sunset & Dinner Experience at Sonara Camp

Overnight stay at The Nest by Nara – a private eco-luxury pod on the dunes

Private deck and fully equipped room with premium amenities

Breakfast included

Welcome drinks & canapés

Your choice of sunset activities

3 course dinner experience

Entertainment options

The Nest lounge access

In-Nest Amenities

  • King size bed with premium linen and eco pillows
  • Optional bed for children (on request)
  • Private fire pit
  • L’Occitane amenities
  • Ensuite bathroom with rain shower and organic bath amenities
  • Air conditioning and eco cooling system
  • Minibar with complimentary water and refreshments
  • Ambient lighting
  • Private deck with outdoor seating for sunset and stargazing
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Private cinema upon request


Unique Features


  • Solar powered eco design built into the dunes with zero waste operations

  • Exclusive location within Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve

  • Panoramic desert views from every Nest

  • Gourmet breakfast served at sunrise
  •  
  • Upon request:

  • Optional add ons such as Sky Safari with astronomer, yoga at dawn, falcon encounter, city tours, cinema under the stars, and private 4×4 chauffeur transfers to/from hotels (upon request)

  • Access to Sonara Camp’s facilities when booking the combined Sonara + Nest Experience

Winter Nest
When The Desert Feels Just Like Home

Discover The Winter Nest, a cosy seasonal escape where desert evenings feel like home.

From 15 December to 28 February, step inside a beautifully lit Alpine-inspired chalet and enjoy an intimate dining experience surrounded by dunes, warmth, and Nara’s signature magic.

Celebrating Something Special?

Our concierge can arrange personalised surprises.

AWARD-WINNING CULINARY JOURNEY

A Culinary Journey

Our resident chef creates a contemporary fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and innovative contemporary techniques. Every dish tells a story of tradition re-imagined for modern palates.

Non-Vegetarian

Sunset Appetizers

(Non-Vegetarian)

CANAPES

Mini Éclair with Mandarin-infused Lemon Chicken

A delicate éclair filled with lemon-marinated chicken and a hint of mandarin

Panipuri Stuffed with Guacamole and Pico de Gallo Salsa

Crispy puris filled with creamy guacamole and refreshing pico de gallo salsa

Mini wagyu burger

Mini kofta-style Wagyu burger in a brioche bun with piperade-style bell peppers

Tuna melt Escabeche Mini Toast

Mini toast topped with tuna melt, escabeche vegetables, and pink peppercorn

Watermelon with herbal ricotta and balsamic reduction

Dehydrated olive, sage, basil, marjoram, chive

PIZZA

Margherita classico

Classic basil pesto, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese

Cacio e pepe with zucchini and burrata

Roman-style cheese and black pepper with shaved zucchini and burrata

Pepperoni Diavola

Topped with beef pepperoni, chilli-infused oil, and caramelized onion

Sunset Appetizers

(Vegetarian)

Guacamole & pico de gallo panipuri

Crispy pani puris filled with creamy guacamole topped with refreshing pico de gallo

Tomato tart pissaladière

A delicate tart topped with caramelized onions, ripe tomatoes, and black olives

Margherita pizza

Mini pizzas adorned with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil

Cacio e Pepe zucchini pizza

Mini pizza featuring a classic Roman combination of cheese and black pepper and shaved zucchini slices

Starters

Green pea soup

A chilled velouté of green peas, bell pepper, and cucumber, garnished served with gram crackers infused with cumin seeds and sea salt.

Pink hummus

A vibrant medley of chickpeas, tahini, beetroot, lemon juice, and olive oil— fresh, bright, and evocative of summer.

Tomato flatbread

Crispy flatbread layered with tomato coulis, fresh and confit tomatoes, caramelized shallots, pine nuts, and Emirati Chamee cheese.

Chicken Caesar salad

Chargrilled chicken served on baby sucrine lettuce with parmesan-yogurt dressing, capers, and charcoal brioche croutons

Local fish salad

Fresh daily catch delicately marinated and served with lemon tahini tarator sauce, green sea asparagus, and smoked eggplant caviar.

Main Course

Black Angus beef tagliata

Firewood-grilled Black Angus beef, oyster blade, tender and flavorful, served with a rich jus for depth and balance.

Kataifi-crisped Fujairah shrimp

Crispy kataifi-wrapped shrimp infused with mandarin oil and smoked paprika.

Firewood-grilled chicken skewer

Juicy chicken marinated in lemon yogurt, grilled over firewood for a smoky, succulent finish.

Sides

Orzo pasta cacio e pepe

Orzo pasta tossed with braised baby marrow and caramelized shallots, finished with pecorino Romano, sumac, and wild za’atar crumble.

Middle Eastern saffron rice

Fragrant basmati rice infused with cardamom and star anise, topped with dried baby cranberries and blueberry petals.

Herbed crushed potatoes

Rustic crushed potatoes blended with olive oil and delicately seasoned with chervil, chimichurri, chive, and coriander

Dessert

Red berries mille-feuille

Delicate puff pastry layered with vanilla cream and fresh red berries, accompanied by a refreshing raspberry sorbet.

Perched on the top of the dune, our open-air bar features spectacular views of the desert where you can enjoy a beautiful sunset. Enjoy alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages including cocktails, wines and appetizers in a casual-chic desert setting

Starters

Green pea soup

A chilled velouté of green peas, bell pepper, and cucumber, garnished served with gram crackers infused with cumin seeds and sea salt.

Pink hummus

A vibrant blend of chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, beet and lemon juice, capturing the essence of summer in every bite.

Tomato flatbread

Crispy flatbread layered with tomato coulis, fresh and confit tomatoes, caramelized shallots, pine nuts, and Emirati Chamee cheese.

Signature Caesar salad

Baby sucrine lettuce, draped in a velvety parmesan-yogurt dressing, garnished with capers, charcoal brioche croutons.

Smoked eggplant caviar

Marinated with tahini, pomegranate and crispy onion.

Main Course

Firewood-grilled seasonal vegetable skewer

A selection of locally sourced seasonal vegetables, grilled over an open fire for a smoky, sweet flavour.

Moroccan artichoke & spring pea tajine with lemon-Mandarin essence

A fragrant tajine featuring artichokes, mandarin oranges, lemon confit, green olives, baby potatoes and green peas.

Sides

Orzo pasta cacio e pepe

Orzo pasta with baby marrow and caramelized shallots tossed with pecorino Romano cheese, topped with sumac and wild za’atar crumble.

Middle Eastern saffron rice

Aromatic basmati rice infused with cardamom and star anise, cooked in olive oil, and topped with dried cranberries and blueberry flowers.

Herbed crushed potatoes

Rustic crushed potatoes blended with olive oil and delicately seasoned with chervil, chimichurri, chive, and coriander.

Dessert

Red berries mille-feuille

Delicate puff pastry layered with vanilla cream and fresh red berries, accompanied by a refreshing raspberry sorbet.

Starters

Green pea soup

Chilled velouté with bell pepper and cucumber, cumin lavash crisps

Pink hummus

Chickpeas, tahini, beetroot and lemon, extra virgin olive oil

Tomato flatbread

Crispy flatbread with tomato coulis, confit tomato, caramelized shallots, pine nuts

Signature Caesar salad

Baby sucrine lettuce, hummus-mustard dressing, capers

Smoked eggplant caviar

Tahini, pomegranate, crispy onion

Main Course

Firewood-grilled seasonal vegetable

Locally sourced vegetables, open-fire grilled, smoky finish

Moroccan artichoke and spring pea tajine

Artichoke, lemon confit, mandarin, green olives, baby potatoes, green peas

Sides

Orzo pasta cacio e pepe style

Orzo, baby marrow, caramelized shallots, nutritional yeast, miso, sumac, lemon

Middle Eastern saffron rice

Basmati rice with cardamom and star anise, dried cranberries, edible flowers

Herbed crushed potatoes

Crushed potato with olive oil, chervil, chimichurri, chive and coriander

Dessert

Red berries mille-feuille

Filo pastry, plant-based vanilla cream, red berries, raspberry sorbet

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

The Sky Safari

Join our resident guide for a mesmerizing stargazing experience in the heart of the desert. Using a professional telescope, explore constellations, planets, and deep sky objects far beyond the city lights and learn fascinating insights about the night sky above Dubai.

What You’ll Discover:

  • Navigation using the stars
  • Learn about the origins of astronomy
  • Clusters of stars and planets
  • Unique stories written in the desert sky
  • …and anything else you’re curious about

“The stargazing experience was magical, peaceful, educational, and unlike anything in the city.”

Stories from Our Guests

Milan B
Amazing experience ! Best place to visit on desert location , and many more activities to do .beauty full luxurious Nest for stay .
Mark F
Beautiful place in the desert of Dubai. Nice Arabian traditional entertainment and dinner at sunset. But definetly also stay there for the night at "The Nest". It was a lovely experience to spend the night there at the beautiful bungalows, build into the sand. Nothing was missing. In the early morning at sunrise, you can make a trip in a hot air balloon and have breakfast in the desert afterwards. Mr. Jobi was a great and lovely host to us. Thank you very much to him.
Hannah R
Such a beautiful and magical encounter staying at the Nest suite and dining at Sonara Camp. From the breahtaking view to the amazing hospitality by the staffs at both sites. The food served was also *chef's kiss* It was worth every dollars paid and everyone should experience this when they come to Dubai. A definite return!

Essential Information

Location & Access 

📍Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
🚘 40 minutes from Downtown Dubai
✈️ 45 minutes from Dubai Airport

What to Bring  

  • Light layers for evening temperature drops
  • Comfortable walking shoes for desert activities
  • Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
  • Camera for capturing memories
Need Assistance?

Our concierge team is available to help with your booking and any additional information

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of stay can I expect at The Nest by Nara?

A private, eco-luxury escape: 14 exclusive dune-shaped “nests” hidden in the desert landscape. Each offers a king-size bed, ensuite bathroom, private terrace, and stunning sunrise or starlit views , a serene sanctuary for couples, families, or anyone seeking desert tranquillity.

Sonara Camp is a luxurious desert dining and entertainment experience – think sunset views, live fire shows, fine cuisine, and social atmosphere.

The Nest is your private overnight haven, secluded, silent, and deeply serene.

And yes! the best part? You can enjoy both.

Many guests spend the evening at Sonara Camp for sunset, dinner and entertainment, then retreat to their Nest under the stars for a peaceful overnight stay.

Each Nest includes a king-size bed (with optional extra bed for two children), ensuite bathroom, luxury linens, climate control, WiFi, private terrace, minibar, fire pit, and premium bath amenities , blending modern comfort with authentic desert charm.

Absolutely. You can add stargazing with an astronomer, desert cinema, hot air balloon, buggy rides, guided desert hikes, private chauffeur transfers, private dining, or tailor-made romantic setups.

Simply book online. As we have only 14 nests, availability is limited, we recommend booking well in advance, especially for weekends and peak season.

Have more questions? Contact our team

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