Le Meridien Al Aqah. From Deira, Dubai (or from the airport) was a scenic 2 hour drive. We left the house at 11:35 and followed the signs to Fujairah via Sharjah. It was my first time to go to Fujairah so i was really amazed seeing the magnificent hajar mountains, for me it was like seeing yet another side of the world.
It's barely a month after our wedding day so this trip still feels like a honeymoon :)
We reached the hotel before 2pm. Check in time was 3pm and according t the receptionist we have to wait until the room is ready as there were other guests who came before us, but they did the check-in process and was served fresh orange juice and cold towel, then gave us access pass and were told that we can now start using the hotel facilities like the beach and the swimming pool. We were also offered to keep our things in the luggage room but we opted to just bring our things as we take around the resort.
THE STAFF: The reception staff didn't fail to give a welcoming smile, the valet attendant, astros bar crew and everyone were all nice. Over all I give them all an above the passing mark.
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| queen bed |
The room we were given was not the same as what we reserved. We reserved for a queen sized bed but was surprised to see a twin bed instead. So we had to ring the reception and the housekeeping staff came shortly and put the single beds together.
Room amenities: Tea-coffee-choco making facility/bedroom slippers, bathrobe, complimentary bottles of water a day and a welcome fruit and brownies, iron, hair dryer.
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| Le Meridien Al Aqah has 218 rooms & suites as well as functions and meeting hall. |
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| Souvenir shop in the lobby side area |
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Lounge, a view from the 12th Flr
12th Floor, Hallway |
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Superior Room with Balcony with view of Sea and Pool
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| Located on 230 stretch of unspoilt golden beach and nestled between the Hajar mountains and the Indian Ocean. |
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| way to the beach |
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| Beach front sunbeds |
At 7am, the sea was calm and beach area was still empty but lifeguard was already on duty. Guests started to flock at about 10 am. So if you want it to be all yours, better wake up a bit early. But it never really gets too crowded as the pool is huge too and sunbeds are plentiful. There is also a snack bar called Gonu Bar and Grill if you feel hungry. Watersport and diving for the active ones will keep you busy. Karaoke for those who love to sing
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A beautifully landscaped garden
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| Huge Swimming Pool |
The swimming pool was clean and well maintained. The temperature was just perfect. We were the first to swim in the morning while other guests were still having their breakfast.
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| The Astros Sports Bar located on the 20th Floor offers the perfect view of the sea. |
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| eg price: Peachberry Mocktail 30dhs, Beer 32 dhs |
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| complimentary welcome fruits and brownies :) |
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| bedroom slippers |
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| Opt for a package with breakfast buffet |
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The resort at night as seen from our balcony
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