Ajman has quietly become one of the best value staycation spots in the UAE. You get proper five-star beachfront resorts, calm private beaches and that easy, unhurried pace, all about 30 minutes from Dubai and for noticeably less than you would pay down the coast. Whether you want a buzzy family resort or a grown-up wellness escape, here is where to stay.
The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah
The most luxurious address in the emirate. Set within the Al Zorah nature reserve, the Oberoi has spacious rooms and suites with ocean-view terraces, plus villas with private temperature-controlled pools. There is a serene Oberoi Spa blending Ayurveda and hammam rituals, and an 18-hole Nicklaus-design golf course next door. This is the one for a special occasion.
Fairmont Ajman
The big all-rounder. The Fairmont has 252 rooms and suites along 200 metres of private beach, with eight restaurants and lounges, an infinity pool and a dedicated kids’ club. Its full-board staycation packages make it a strong pick for families who want everything in one place. It is also the easiest hop from Dubai.
WOW-Ajman Expert Tip: Book a half-board or full-board package rather than room-only. At Ajman’s resorts the meal-inclusive rates are often barely more than the room alone, and they save you leaving the property.
Bahi Ajman Palace
A grand waterfront palace right on the Corniche end of the coast. Rooms and suites come with French balconies looking over the sea or the skyline, and there is a private beach, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. It has a classic, slightly opulent feel and sits handy for the Corniche restaurants.
Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort
A polished beachside resort with one of Ajman’s nicest stretches of sand, smart suites and a relaxed luxury feel. It also runs popular day passes if you would rather just visit for the day.
The Ajman Hotel
A long-standing five-star on an expansive private beach, and usually the best value of the bunch. Staycation packages often start from around AED 299 to 399 a night, which makes it an easy spur-of-the-moment weekend booking.
Zoya Health & Wellbeing Resort
Something completely different. Zoya, at Al Zorah, is an adults-only wellness resort built around spa, nutrition and fitness rather than a buffet and a pool slide. It is the pick for a reset rather than a party. We cover it in full in our Ajman wellness guide.
WOW-Ajman Expert Tip: Midweek and summer rates are far cheaper than weekends and peak winter. If you are flexible, a Sunday to Thursday stay gets you the same beach for a fraction of the price.
Make the most of your stay
Once you are settled in, our guides to the best things to do in Ajman and the best restaurants in Ajman will fill the days. Not staying over? You can still use the beaches and pools with a hotel day pass.
Frequently asked questions
For luxury, the Oberoi Beach Resort at Al Zorah leads. The Fairmont Ajman is the best all-round family resort, and The Ajman Hotel is the strongest value. Zoya is the pick for a wellness stay.
Generally yes. Comparable beachfront five-star stays in Ajman tend to cost noticeably less than equivalent resorts in Dubai, while being about 30 minutes away.
The Fairmont Ajman, with its kids’ club and full-board packages, and The Ajman Hotel, with its long private beach, are the most family-friendly choices.
Around 30 to 45 minutes by car depending on traffic, which makes an Ajman resort an easy weekend escape from the city.
Last updated May 2026. Hotel packages and prices change with the season, so confirm the current rate before you book.
