HERITAGE, HISTORY
AND HEART
The heart of Dar Tantora The House Hotel lies in the labyrinthine streets of AlUla’s Old Town – an architectural marvel showcasing centuries-old mudbrick buildings and a towering watchtower fort. These structures, silent yet eloquent, narrate stories of a vibrant past where community and culture thrived under the desert sun.
In restoring the traditional mudbrick ‘Door’ of the village, Dar Tantora The House Hotel honors the timeless architectural techniques of our ancestors. Local artisans, armed with skills passed down through generations, have breathed new life into these walls, ensuring that the essence of AlUla’s history is preserved.
Our journey through history also uncovers the unique summer residences across the oasis, ingeniously crafted with mud and straw for natural cooling. These dwellings, alongside the winter Door, stand as a tribute to a lifestyle perfectly attuned to the land’s rhythm.
Central to our story is also the Tantora sundial – an ancient timekeeper that once guided farmers through the seasons. More than a mere marker of time, this sundial symbolizes the harmony between nature and the ingenuity of those who first called AlUla home.
At Dar Tantora The House Hotel, we’re bringing our heritage to life with experiences that honors tradition in the modern world. Whether that’s taking the tales of poets and travelers passing through the Old Town as inspiration, using the scent of frankincense – one of the main trading products of the area, or embracing wellness with traditional rituals and experiences in our spa.
Experience highlights
Strengthen your core and improve spinal mobility with a full-body mat Pilates session suitable for all fitness levels.
Enjoy a balanced practice of gentle stretches and guided breathing, perfect for improving flexibility, strength, and mindfulness.
Start your day with invigorating poses and calming breathwork, blending Hatha, Vinyasa, and Yin Yoga for a refreshing morning routine.
Take a peaceful stroll along the lush AlUla Oasis Heritage Trail, combining serene scenery with breathwork and meditation.
Immerse yourself in nature with this 4km hike through the Hidden Valley within the Sharaan Nature Reserve.
Take your adventure to the next level with rock climbing on the spectacular rocks of AlUla.
Take a leap on the Giant Swing in AlUla swinging over 85 metres above the ground into a 70-metre arc in a stunning canyon.
The first of its kind in the region, the AlUla Stairway takes you up a 45-metre ladder with a zipline back down.