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Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp

2.5 star property
Tentalow in Bidiya with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Reception
Exterior
Front of property
Breakfast and dinner served
Standard Chalet | Rollaway beds, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Restaurant
The current price is £72
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

Room options

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Family Room | Balcony

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Tent (Sultan) | Balcony

Tent (Sultan)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Chalet | Rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Chalet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Al Wasil Village, Bidiya

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Dunes Restaurant - ‬118 min drive
  • ‪Desert Night Camp Restaurant - ‬118 min drive

About this property

Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp

Property highlights
At Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can also expect to find a fireplace in reception.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and luggage storage
  • Barbecues and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

Arabic, English, Hindi

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for OMR 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: OMR 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property provides mattresses on the floor for extra bedding.

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 25 December
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December

Property is also known as

Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp Safari/Tentalow Bidiya
Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp Safari/Tentalow
Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp Bidiya
Sama Al Wasil sert Camp Biya
Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp Bidiya
Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp Safari/Tentalow
Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp Safari/Tentalow Bidiya

Frequently asked questions

Is Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp?

As of 26 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp on 29 Jun 2025 start from £71.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp located?

Situated in Bidiya, this tentalow is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Al-Wasl Fort and within 20 miles (32 km) of Al Muntarib Fort and Bidiya Marketplace. Bidaya Museum and Wahiba Sands are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yihya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the camp. The staff were all great and the rooms were really good. We would like to stay there again. I hope in the future they have more activities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

pretty good

very nice for a desert camp
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful desert resort

Wonderful desert experience. Loved that they had nightly movies showing on a big screen outside with chai and popcorn. The communal space was pretty. Most guests stay only one night; because we stayed two, it was a quite quiet in the middle of the day, and a long stretch to wait between breakfast and dinner service,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The property is lying in the desert and is surrounded by dunes. It is very peaceful and calming. Unfortunately, there is no credit card terminal, so if you need to settle your bill for the shuttle you have to pay cash! This is kinda weird, since it is clearly stated, that you can pay by card. The gas station is also not offering public parking, so you need to park your car at an abandoned building. Oman is pretty safe, don’t get me wrong, but is still gives you a weird feeling, leaving the car at that place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saadat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jussi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

NORBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Génial

Quel endroit génial, dans le désert. Tout est au top. Les hébergements, le confort, le personnel, super repas très varié, et un petit déjeuner plus que parfait. Tout le personnel est tellement souriant et sympathique. Et accès en haut d'une dune, pour un coucher de soleil magique. Vraiment génial.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LOUAY OUSSAMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Pierluigi

Liked: Staff & service

Campo nella media.

Gradevole la posizione in mezzo alle dune. Servizi in generale efficienti. Mancanza di protezioni per il vento durane i pasti (sabbia in bocca). Buono il Car Bashing. Pasti così così.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Prachtig verblijf met goede faciliteiten. We hebben genoten
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Anreise wäre auch selbst möglich gewesen, ich habe aber den Abholservice genommen, da ich keinen AWD hatte. Es standen auch Autos ohne AWD auf dem Parkplatz, aber die erste Auffahrt in die Wüste ca. 200m ist schon anspruchsvoll. Der Abholservice war pünktlich und ist mit 100Km/h durch die Wüste gefahren. Das Camp liegt sehr schön an einer Düne, ist nicht überlaufen und das Essen war sehr gut für die Gegebenheiten. Das Zimmer war sehr schön und sauber wie auch die ganze Anlage. Eine Übernachtung reicht, ich habe zwei gemacht und den Tag einfach genossen ohne Ausflüge. Ansonsten kann man auch Quad fahren (ca. 500m entfernt) oder Kamelreiten etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sofia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Camp au top. Accès,accueil, décoration, animation, bungalow, repas, tout était très bien.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Soirée magique dans le désert!

Arrivée avec notre 4x4 de location après 30 min de route dans le désert. Première expérience fascinante. Accueil chaleureux. Les chambres sont très bien et surtout très propres. Coucher de soleil depuis la dune principale ( grimpette d’une 50aine de mètres ) coucher de soleil envoutant. Repas du soir bon sans plus. Cinéma sous les étoiles ( Aladin) . Parfait
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super moment de déconnexion

Un superbe endroit pour déconnecter. Pas de wifi, de télévision. Juste de jolis paysages et une folle envie d en profiter. Possibilité de venir en 4x4 pour 32 OMR. Activités proposées sur place. Film le soir sur un matelas. Une corde pour grimper la dune et aller voir le coucher du soleil. Un superbe souvenir gravé.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super schöne,gepflegte Anlage.Hübsch dekoriert.Sehr leckeres Abend-und Morgenbuffet.Sehr nettes Personal
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

RICCARDO

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pioggia nel Deserto

La giornata è stata particolare perché pioveva! Si uno va nel deserto e trova la pioggia comunque la struttura ha saputo organizzare una cena di emergenza ma le attività sono state impedite. Bella emozione scalare al mattino la duna rossa posta attaccata alla struttura il panorama da li sù vale lo sforzo. Troppo caro il transfert in giornate non piovose so arriva anche con una macchina normale
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Übernachtung im Zelt, war eine tolle Erfahrung. Leckeres Essen und freundliches Personal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top

Magnifique en plein cœur du désert. Bonne ambiance. Repas très bons et variés.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023