29-03-2025
Check-In for Chaos: 7 MENA Hotels Fit for a White Lotus Season
We'd like to put in a request for a fourth season in the Middle East.
7 Middle Eastern hotels perfectly suited to host their own season of quiet desperation, scandal, and subtle chaos. Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman
Nestled between rugged mountains and a hidden beach, Six Senses Zighy Bay offers guests a luxurious isolation ripe for secrets and suspense. Imagine whispered conspiracies beneath moonlit cliffs or tense confrontations over sunset dinners. Habitas AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Set amid striking sandstone cliffs, this desert resort exudes a mystical, otherworldly allure. Its stylish tents and sleek pavilions form the ideal backdrop for existential soul-searching, self-discovery gone awry, or heated philosophical disputes under the desert stars. Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa, UAE
An oasis of calm in Dubai's desert conservation reserve, Al Maha's ultra-private suites promise total seclusion—perfect for dramatic escapes, clandestine encounters, and the slow unraveling of tightly held secrets. The Oberoi Beach Resort, Al Zorah, UAE
Minimalist elegance combined with tranquil coastal vibes provides a deceptively serene setting. Imagine polite smiles masking bitter rivalries and whispered gossip spreading among pristine gardens and understated luxury. Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas, Tunisia
Set against the timeless landscapes of the Tunisian Sahara, Anantara Tozeur invites intrigue with its blend of desert romance and isolated sophistication. Picture stolen glances, dangerous liaisons, and power dynamics unfolding in lavish yet stark isolation. The Chedi Muscat, Oman
Known for its refined simplicity and quietly stunning architecture, The Chedi Muscat would beautifully set the stage for biting class commentary, understated satire, and sharp observations of wealth and privilege amid an environment of meticulous, almost meditative calm. Adrère Amellal, Siwa Oasis, Egypt
Hidden in the heart of Siwa Oasis, Adrère Amellal is a luxury eco-lodge built entirely from salt rock and mud, illuminated only by candles at night. Its atmospheric isolation, lack of electricity, and serene, rustic luxury would be a spectacular setting for slow-burning tensions, introspective drama, or the unraveling of guests disconnected from the outside world. Imagine characters navigating silent confrontations amidst candlelit dinners, the whisper of desert winds amplifying quiet rivalries and deeply held secrets.
