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Beautiful desert views, great facilities and friendly staff. Not a large camp, which is what we were looking for. Must do the dune bashing for amazing sunset views in the dunes!

This was a great way to get a bit deeper into the dune sea and enjoy a world away from the usual urban hustle-bustle. There was only one other couple there on the night I stayed. The food was great and watching the sunset over the dunes was spectacular. They also arranged a camel ride at the closer-in camp, and this was also a new experience that I was looking to have while in the desert.

I had an amazing experience staying one night at Atana Bidiya Private Camp. The elevated tent setup in the middle of the desert was unique and offered breathtaking views of the surrounding dunes, especially during sunrise and sunset. The camp was clean, well-maintained, and provided all the essential comforts, making it a perfect mix of adventure and luxury. The staff was welcoming and attentive, ensuring our stay was nothing short of perfect. The location itself is serene, and the activities offered added an exciting touch to the trip. From camel rides to stargazing, every moment was memorable. I highly recommend this camp for anyone looking for a peaceful and immersive desert experience. It was a stay to remember, and I will definitely visit again! 10/10!

The camp location is unbeatable, sitting right on top of the dunes with breathtaking views. The staff made sure we were comfortable throughout our stay. A special shoutout to Gautam, who was incredibly attentive to all our needs and made sure we got the room with the most spectacular view in the camp.

I recently stayed at Marbella Bungalows, and it was a very pleasant experience! From the warm welcome to the thoughtful service, everything was well taken care of. The host was incredibly kind and attentive, making sure all our needs were met. The food was delicious, with a variety of dishes that felt freshly made and full of flavor. I had requested a birthday surprise, and they arranged it beautifully and every detail was thoughtfully done, making the celebration extra special. The hospitality throughout our stay made us feel right at home, and it was clear that the team takes pride in giving guests a memorable experience. Overall, this is a place I’d love to visit again, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a cozy, welcoming stay in middle of the desert with great service and delicious food.

I loved the big windows and the balcony to sit outside. I got up early to see the stars after the moon set and they were amazing. I could walk out into the sand and see all the tracks left by animals in the night and I watched a dung beetle working on its structure. The morning camel ride was well worth it. The owner served us tea and pointed out constellations at night.

My wife and I began to consider our options as we followed a stranger in a foreign country into the empty desert to stay at a camp we weren’t sure truly existed. Sure, Oman has ridiculously low crime rate, but the possibilities of what awaited us were endless. After a 20 minute drive through bedouin camps and an empty sea of sand we were relieved to find the camp as pictured on the site. However, shortly after setting up for bed, the camp was hit by a storm which was extremely rare to the area. I stood there for 30 minutes holding the pole of the tent from inside, so it didn’t collapse on us, as the rain and wind pattered the canvas. If I could go back in time to the moment we started our journey… I would do it a million times over. Thousand Stars is a passion project started by Ali and his companion, and cared for by a truly honorable and wonderful caretaker - Sadam. It is not a 5 star resort run by a board of trustees with millions of investment dollars. It is 3 men, who put their blood sweat and tears into each and every night. We started the evening off by having tea, coffee and fruits with Ali and discussing life. Shortly after, Ali ensured we were comfortable and left us to be. We were the only couple there that night so we had the whole camp to ourselves. There are usually 2-3 tents available per night. My wife and I spent some time chatting under the moonlight, but called it early as we saw a storm approaching. Sadam was working hard to cover the dining tent with a tarp so that we could be comfortable while eating dinner. The storm came, and yes, there was a short bit of time where I had to hold the tent up but this was no fault of the camp - just nature. Despite the storm, Sadam trekked over to our tent from his to make sure we were ok. Right after the storm ended I heard the roar of a car. It was Ali again, who drove all the way back just to make sure everything was ok.

Clean, air-conditioned (life or death in June), responsive host - took us dune smashing and was incredibly personable - came back to drag us out when I got stuck in the sand.

First and foremost thing to mention is the host Said brother is really a very humble and funny person...He will make the trip memorable. His hospitality is best we ever received anywhere else. The location is isolated and awesome. Camp, toilet, dining area is clean.