"Structure and Exterior DesignThe resort is authentically Arabian-styled featuring unique UAE architecture and designthat encompasses three core components; two grand boutique hotels; and clusters of 29traditional Arabic summer houses among the gardens and waterways, all built around thesouk, the traditional centre of Arabic life at the heart of the resort.Mina A’ Salam or ‘The Harbour of Peace’ can be identified by its sand coloured windtowers and unique shape whilst Al Qasr which literally translates to ‘the Palace’, wasdesigned to reflect a Sheikh’s summer residence and is therefore lighter in colour andelevated to emphasise its splendour.The traditional Arabian courtyard summer houses inspired the stand-alone, two-storeyresidential retreats of Dar Al Masyaf, which represent the premium accommodationwithin the resort, suiting guests seeking a more intimate hideaway.Waterways link all areas of the resort and are serviced by abras (water taxi’s) offeringguests an alternative way to view the resort."
"Structure and Exterior DesignThe resort is authentically Arabian-styled featuring unique UAE architecture and designthat encompasses three core components; two grand boutique hotels; and clusters of 29traditional Arabic summer houses among the gardens and waterways, all built around thesouk, the traditional centre of Arabic life at the heart of the resort.Mina A’ Salam or ‘The Harbour of Peace’ can be identified by its sand coloured windtowers and unique shape whilst Al Qasr which literally translates to ‘the Palace’, wasdesigned to reflect a Sheikh’s summer residence and is therefore lighter in colour andelevated to emphasise its splendour.The traditional Arabian courtyard summer houses inspired the stand-alone, two-storeyresidential retreats of Dar Al Masyaf, which represent the premium accommodationwithin the resort, suiting guests seeking a more intimate hideaway.Waterways link all areas of the resort and are serviced by abras (water taxi’s) offeringguests an alternative way to view the resort."