Published on
August 19, 2025
Sharjah is positioning itself as a pioneer in the wellness and heritage tourism sectors, providing tourists with comprehensive experiences of nature, culture and mindful luxury. BulmannA network of seven, eco-luxury retreats, the Sharjah Collection represents an investment of over Dh300 million, designed to showcase the natural landscapes and historic charm of the emirate.
The collection ranges from 154 high-end lodgings located within deserts, mountains, mangroves and heritage villages. These retreats reflect an increased global appetite for wellness travel and slow tourism, where travelers are encouraged to imbibe destinations slowly, focusing on relaxation, cultural experiences and meaningful moments.
Visitor numbers are on the increase, with international occupancy experiencing significant growth, so it’s clear that Sharjah is asserting itself as a destination for holidaymakers looking for peace, culture and well-being experiences.
Get away to a Hideout Immersed in Heritage and Nature
Al Faya Retreat in Mleiha reimagines two 1960s buildings as a boutique desert hideaway, with five rooms with sweeping desert vistas. And the history is bound to the experience: Guests can take part in guided desert walks, yoga classes, stargazing, and modern dining that’s all grounded in the past.
For nature lovers, in Kalba, Kingfisher Retreat is set in a protected coastal mangrove, with 40 luxury tents on the sea front. Made of sustainable materials and thoughtful design, the retreat aims to inpsire guests to enjoy nature and keep environmental impact at a minimum. Moon Retreat at Mleiha National Park offers glamping creature comforts with desert adventures – think geodesic domes and luxury tents complete with guided outings, horse riding and wellbeing workshops.
Amid the signature red sand dunes of Sharjah, Al Badayer Retreat blends traditional caravanserai design with modern comforts. Visitors may go on camel rides, climb dunes or just enjoy the calm of the desert. Wadi Wishi, Wadi Shie in Khorfakkan This restored complex of seven heritage houses, all more than a century old, is set amid ancient mountains and historic petroglyphs, with access to hiking trails and a historic fort.
Al Rayaheen Retreat revamps 19 historic homes in the emirate of Khorfakkan, converting them into shared spaces, dining outlets and guest rooms which seamlessly integrate cultural conservation and contemporary luxury.
New Frontiers in Eco-Luxury Off-Grid
Nomad is due to open in late 2025 and the resort will pioneer a new concept of off-grid luxury on the east coast of Sharjah. Spread across the mountainous valleys of Kalba, the retreat consists of 20 locally designed and solar-powered trailers. Guests undergo a complete digital detox (the chalet has no wifi and lights-out is policy), for a closer connection with nature and respect for local wildlife and ecosystems.
Sustainable Development at the Core
Sharjah Collection fosters environmental stewardship, cultural continuity and genuine experience. “Far from just being an economic driver, it creates jobs, engages the community and is delivered in a low carbon, sustainable way. But all the inns are as unique as their surroundings and traditions, and they offer welcoming and rejuvenating experiences.
With the expansion of wellness travel, sustainable tourism, and a desire for slow travel being key trends worldwide, Sharjah’s retreat offering is part of a wider drive to position the Emirate as a place where luxury meets mindfulness, culture, and eco-consciousness.
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