Dar Tantora The House Hotel

Al Ula, Saudi Arabia

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The hotel

Looking for a stay that’s seriously different? Tucked away in the ancient mudbrick maze of AlUla Old Town, Dar Tantora The House Hotel is a boutique beauty that ditches the ordinary. We're talking candlelit corridors, heritage-soaked walls, and WiFi that doesn’t ruin the vibe (but yes, it’s there when you need it). This isn’t your average hotel. This is a 12th-century restoration with a luxury twist - think Arabian Nights meets design magazine chic. Every room is lovingly crafted from restored stone and clay, giving off major earth-toned elegance. No neon signs. No bland buffets. Just character, charm, and real-deal culture. Choose from four types of rooms – from the cosy Dar Al Luban to the family-sized Dar Al Oud suite. We’re talking hand-carved wood, thick walls that whisper history, and terraces that are perfect for that golden-hour shot (hello, Instagram). You’ll drift off by lantern-light, not LED - and yes, it’s as dreamy as it sounds. Joontos, the hotel’s restaurant, dishes up bold Saudi flavours with a side of communal sharing – so bring your appetite and your best table banter. Fancy a massage with moringa oil? Or a rooftop yoga session as the sun dips below the mountains? Dalila Spa and the wellness deck have got your back (literally).

Amenities

  • Yoga
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Located in the heart of AlUla's Old Town.

Hotel information

30 rooms, each restored from original mudbrick homes and blend traditional Bedouin aesthetics with modern comforts. Rooms are illuminated by candlelight and are naturally ventilated. Dar Al Luban (cozy rooms) are 409 sq ft with en-suite bathroom and 1 king bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Dar Al Bukhour rooms are larger with lounge areas, and 1 king bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Dar Al Hareer are deluxe rooms with lounge and terrace areas, plus 1 king bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Dar Al Oud are 2-bedrooms rooms with terrace area.

Joontos Restaurant (main restaurant offering a communal dining experience in an open-air courtyard, serving Saudi and regional dishes), Cigar Oasis (luxury cigars, specialty teas, and local treats).

Infinity pool. Stretch, meditation and yoga area. Pilates. Heritage Trail walk. In-room massages*. Culinary experiences, such as bread-making sessions and Arabic coffee ceremonies. Bespoke experiences: Dinner under the stars* and cooking classes*.

* denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating BACK IN TIME - GREAT ARABIC HOSPITALITY- SUPER.

Aug 17, 2025 Argyridou S CYPRUS

Dar Tantora Hotel was our first place to stay during our AL ULA trip. We arrived early morning and we even show 3 rooms to choose from and offered an early check in. In summer it is low season the team was kind enough to give an option to chose a room. We had a very nice and spacious room new the pool area. Huge traditional room on the first… Read more
Dar Tantora Hotel was our first place to stay during our AL ULA trip. We arrived early morning and we even show 3 rooms to choose from and offered an early check in. In summer it is low season the team was kind enough to give an option to chose a room. We had a very nice and spacious room new the pool area. Huge traditional room on the first floor with huge bathroom. Very nice comfortable double bed and we had as well at night portable AC so it was nice to sleep. In the room there is portable ice freeze and complementary water. We have asked for extra waters twice in the same day and was not issue at all to replenish. In Saudi we needed a lot of water. The pool around evening was perfect with cool temperate and magical view. On the first day we had included dinner in our rate... Oh my God so much food and and very nice!! you could choose what ever you wanted and as much you want. Great Service from the restaurant staff. The hotel at night with the candles it is transformed to a fairytale, simply Magic and very romantic. Hotel is just short walk to old town and you can go either waling or by free ride with hotel buggy. The hotel is part to the Old town and blend nicely with the old town as it is a preserved place and kept the old house style. Beautiful decoration and lovely corners with traditional style. We had a a complementary trip to the local oasis with guide which was very nice. Hotel location is ideal for tours and we even visited Elephant rock from there and the view point on the mountain which was breathtaking. Lastly we wanted to mentioned the fantastic team who they made us feeling like home. Dar Tantora is offering the traditional Arabic Hospitality. A big thanks to Hamsa and the Lady from Uzbekistan for their excellent service. You must stay there. Read less
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Aug 13, 2025 Mafrica75 Milan, Italy

Dar Tartora is a charming hotel that perfectly blends traditional Arabian style with modern comfort. The rooms are spacious and clean, the staff are incredibly friendly, and the food is excellent. Its location makes exploring Al Ula easy and convenient. Highly recommended for a relaxing and memorable stay! Be mindful that there is no AC therefore… Read more
Dar Tartora is a charming hotel that perfectly blends traditional Arabian style with modern comfort. The rooms are spacious and clean, the staff are incredibly friendly, and the food is excellent. Its location makes exploring Al Ula easy and convenient. Highly recommended for a relaxing and memorable stay! Be mindful that there is no AC therefore you need to ask in advance to put a mobile AC in the room - which they did in my case and had no problems in sleeping. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stunning and unique hotel

Mar 29, 2025 SvetaNYC New York City, New York

What an unbelievable stay! Frankly, I was a bit cautious reserving Dar Tantora. I knew it was a restored part of the old town and designed to resemble the traditional Al Ula mud houses and I was totally fine with lack of electricity. However, due to a huge temperature drop at night, I wasn't sure how it would feel when it is -2C outside. So, far… Read more
What an unbelievable stay! Frankly, I was a bit cautious reserving Dar Tantora. I knew it was a restored part of the old town and designed to resemble the traditional Al Ula mud houses and I was totally fine with lack of electricity. However, due to a huge temperature drop at night, I wasn't sure how it would feel when it is -2C outside. So, far in advance, I emailed to request a portable heater (there was an electrical outlet in the room as well as in the bathroom). The hotel was beautiful, authentic, cozy and even at night (+3C) it wasn't cold inside, but the huge feathered duvet would keep anyone warm. 2 rooms and a huge bathroom were spacious, carefully decorated with local furniture and crafts. It was obvious that there was a lot of thought and love put into this place. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, pool - the most underused facility (along with the gym, i am afraid) - was heated and I managed to take a few laps and enjoy its breathtaking views. "Mobile butler" was useful too, as well as a flashlight. The location was perfect, just a few steps from old town and all the restaurants, stores and art galleries and a golf cart was always ready to get you there if you couldn't walk. It was very unique and I would absolutely recommend anyone to stay there. Read less
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Mar 17, 2025 RonelShaw23 Port Elizabeth, South Africa

It was a very unique experience. Without airconditioning and only candle light to light up the room, it was a bit hot thus a stay during the cooler months would be more advisable. The special playlist, apparently prepared specially for the hotel, was really great.
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Mar 16, 2025 Freddes Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

This hotel made of old renovated houses in the heart of AlUla Old City is a true unique gem. All rooms are different and were built only using traditional methods using mud and are what houses were in AlUla some hundred years ago. They are furnished and decorated using traditional furniture and artefacts. The restaurant is amazing and the… Read more
This hotel made of old renovated houses in the heart of AlUla Old City is a true unique gem. All rooms are different and were built only using traditional methods using mud and are what houses were in AlUla some hundred years ago. They are furnished and decorated using traditional furniture and artefacts. The restaurant is amazing and the service friendly and attentive. The magic fully operates at night when more than 1800 candles are lit at night, including in your room where electric lamps are only used in the bathroom. This is simply stunning and for sure an experience to be remembered. So if you are looking for authenticity with comfort and a twist of luxury, this is definitely your next go to place. Read less