Explore the best luxury desert hotels on Earth, where five-star service meets otherworldly landscapes. Discover exquisite retreats like Longitude 131°, Amangiri and Whichaway Camp, and arrange a private jet charter for the ultimate escape.
The best luxury hotels in the desert
Deserts are remote, otherworldly places where you can escape the chaos of the modern world. Staying in the desert doesn’t have to mean a back-to-basics experience; a host of exquisite resorts now combine five-star service with unique activities – from stargazing to dune walking and mountain biking – so you can explore these whimsical landscapes in complete comfort. Here’s our pick of the best luxury desert hotels on Earth.
Longitude 131°, Australia
For exceptional luxury travel experiences in Australia on a private charter, be sure to arrange a stop at one of its best luxury desert resorts, Longitude 131°. Located just outside the remarkable Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Longitude 131° offers extraordinary views of Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock. Stay in one of 15 luxury tented pavilions, which put you in an exceptional spot to explore the iconic landmarks and red terrain. A highlight here is gourmet dining under the stars after a glorious desert sunset.
Nayara Alto Atacama, Chile
A private jet charter to Chile can help you reach Nayara Alto Atacama, a Chilean luxury wilderness lodge that’s beautifully integrated into the Atacama Desert. Inspired by indigenous adobe homes, the resort offers daily excursions to sites such as Moon Valley and Tatio Geysers. Experiences here include geothermal spa treatments and unparalleled stargazing at the private observatory.
Amangiri, USA
Once you’ve disembarked your private jet charter to Utah, you can find the sleek Amangiri resort near Lake Powell. Its design blends into the rugged landscape, offering an incredible sandstone hideaway amidst the Utah desert's dramatic rock formations. Hike remote canyons, relax in modernist suites with private plunge pools, or indulge in nature-inspired wellness treatments that allow you to recenter and rejuvenate.
Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, Namibia
The luxurious, solar-powered Hoanib Skeleton Coast camp offers eight tented suites in Namibia’s coastal Kaokoveld Desert. It's famous for thrilling excursions to spot desert-adapted wildlife like lions and elephants. Guests can also take a drive over the dunes to the wild Skeleton Coast, where the desert meets the Atlantic.
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara, UAE
This Abu Dhabi resort on Sir Bani Yas Island is an oasis and adventure haven, where you can relax by the pool or embark on wildlife drives to spot the endangered Arabian oryx. The protected reserve also offers tours of ancient ruins and salt domes that are millions of years old, alongside snorkelling, kayaking and paddleboarding in the clear waters during the summer months.
Whichaway Camp, Antarctica
Situated in the ice-free Schirmacher Oasis, Whichaway Camp is Antarctica's first luxury camp, where guests can stay in one of seven heated “polar pods” after flying in on a private jet. Adventures include visiting the South Pole, ice climbing, hiking and seeing emperor penguins – a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Amanjena, Morocco
Amanjena is an extravagant, pink-walled palace near Marrakech, offering views of the High Atlas Mountains. Located in the lush Palmeraie region of Marrakech, the resort provides quad bike or e-bike tours into the desert's beautiful Agafay landscape. During your stay, you can also enjoy the neighbouring Amelkis Golf Course, botanical gardens and a plush spa.
Ready to escape?
Inspired to book a luxurious desert getaway? Contact us today to arrange your private flights to one of these remote destinations and start making your travel dreams a reality. We can arrange a private jet charter to get you to and from your chosen desert resorts with utmost privacy and speed.
What’s more, The Travel Division at Air Charter Service can manage your entire itinerary. Imagine exploring vast, ancient lands before returning to one of the stunning luxury desert hotels that define opulent remote living. Focus on enjoying your travels, and we will handle every detail.