— Aqaba, Jordan —
This stunning Luxury Collection property is styled after a traditional Jordanian fortress, with sand-toned architecture, handcrafted interiors, and panoramic Red Sea views that stretch toward Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Egypt — four countries visible from a single shoreline. Guests enjoy a private beach, an infinity pool seemingly floating above the sea, and direct access to some of the Red Sea's most vibrant coral reefs.
A visit to Wadi Rum, the iconic rose-red desert just 60km away, is unmissable — the hotel can arrange private desert experiences including jeep tours and stargazing camps. Closer to home, explore the ancient Aqaba Castle and the nearby Aqaba Archaeological Museum, or stroll the lively Aqaba waterfront promenade. For divers, the Cedar Pride Shipwreck is a legendary dive site just minutes offshore.
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| Amenity / Perk | Standard Online Booking | WhataHotel! Booking |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Breakfast | Room Only (Breakfast is Usually Extra) | Free Breakfast for 2 Daily |
| Room Upgrade | None | Priority Upgrade if Available at Check-in |
| Hotel Credit | None | $100 Credit |
| Internet Access | At an Additional Charge | Free Wi-Fi Access |
| Any Special Offer | Not Combinable With Any Other OfferVaries | Combinable with the Exclusive Perks |
*The Perks are verified by Lorraine Travel, a Preferred Partner agency, in business since 1948.
The best way to book Al Manara is through WhataHotel!, operated by Lorraine Travel, a Preferred Partner of The Luxury Collection under the Marriott STARS Program. Founded in 1948, Lorraine Travel brings over 75 years of expertise in luxury travel, ensuring you receive exclusive benefits including complimentary daily breakfast for two, a $100 property credit ($200 for suites), potential room upgrades based on availability, and VIP status throughout your stay at this legendary Aqaba resort.
Guests can enjoy an exceptional culinary journey with five distinct dining venues: Taybeh Al Manara for authentic local cuisine, Kubba Levantin offering Levantine specialties, the elegant Aqwas Lobby Bar for sophisticated cocktails, Amwaj restaurant, and the refreshing Sabeel Pool Bar for poolside dining and beverages.
Guests can enjoy luxuriously appointed accommodations featuring individually controlled air conditioning, premium pillow-top mattresses with down/feather and foam pillow options, luxury linens and duvets, private bathrooms with separate tub and shower, upgraded bathroom amenities, bathrobes and slippers, premium entertainment with cable television and international channels, fully equipped kitchenettes with refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and complete cookware, plus modern conveniences like multi-line phones with voice mail, in-room safe, minibar, and complimentary bottled water.
Guests can explore remarkable nearby attractions including the historic Aqaba Fortress, the Ancient City of Ayla, and Arab Revolt Plaza. Adventure enthusiasts can enjoy world-class diving at Aqaba Marine Park, South Beach, and Berenice Beach, with several professional dive centers nearby. Golf lovers can experience the prestigious Ayla Golf Club, while beach enthusiasts can relax at Al Rimal Beach Club and City Beach.
From King Hussein International Airport (AQJ), guests can easily reach the hotel by heading northwest for 170m, turning left for 10m, then left again for 200m, turning right onto Airport St for 4.3km, right onto Al-Farouk St for 4.5km, continuing onto Al-Isteqlal St for 550m, then taking the first exit at the roundabout onto Al-Hashemi St for 250m to reach Al Manara.
Al Manara welcomes up to one pet per stay with a maximum weight of 25 kilograms. There is a non-refundable cleaning fee of JOD 70.00 per stay for guests traveling with pets.