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Reviews of Desert Jewel Camp

visitor center wadi rum, 76269 Wadi Rum, Jordan

#117 of 306 hotels in Wadi Rum

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Review score

Based on 75 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    10
    Really a jewel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There were not any.

    We have a fantastic stay in the camp. The staff is really kind and helpful. Mohammed the owner is a very kind guy and a great tourist guide as well. The camp has a nice location and really quiet. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The bed was hard but I liked it. I can just recommend for everyone.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Food was very Good. The People were helpful and kind

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    9.0
    Nice camp in Wadi Rum
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the acommodation fault but there were a lot of mosquitoes outside and the rooms were very hot.

    For a desert camp, this was great. The rooms and the bathroom were clean. Mohammed was very friendly, helped us with the jeep and camel tour and did whatever he could to make us feel welcomed. They even had cold water after we got back from the jeep tour.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    10
    Choose this small camp instead of the huge ones! And profit from the activities that the hosts offer
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    What a lovely little camp, nicely hidden within the desert! Only 5 double rooms, so maximally 10 guests. The "tents" are solid little houses with fully functioning electricity, shower, toilets. Even in July, it was no problem not to have an air condition because the wind and the fan still helped to cool the rooms down. Muhammed is the perfect host, and his cook made a delicious dinner. Driving around in the jeep with Muhammed was absolutely worth the extra money as we could see so much of this amazing area, and learned so much about the actual life of the locals which have mainly left their beduin life behind.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2023

    10
    Wonderful little camp offering everything you need
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only issue is how hot it is in summer which you need to expect - you are in a desert. The fan works well but the rooms are hot all the time - no AC

    It is very quiet here, we had the whole camp to ourselves! The dinner is lovely and breakfast is simple but great. The common area is lovely and generally has a breeze. The beds are comfortable and the bathroom and rooms were clean. Mohammed organised all of our activities- 4 hour desert drive and a half day hike. The wifi works also.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful landscape Delicious food Quiet ambience Good facilities

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    10
    Find yourself in an enchanting magical setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing that we didn't like ! I continue the review here becase no space above ... Zaid (Mohamed’s brother) was our driver and guide for an amazing 4 hour tour through Wadi Rum: breathtaking sightseeing, strategic stops to see Nabataean inscriptions, climbing up a location (the fictional planet Pasaana) used by Star Wars movie, Siq Um al Tawaqi canyon and the inscriptions of Lawrence of Arabia and King Faisal, Lawrence’s house, Um Fruth rock bridge and along the tour a few stops to rest at Zaid’s friends’ tents where complimentary tea is always waiting for you. Absolutely outstanding was the camel ride at the sunset. Both Zaid and Mohamed speak fluent English and they are open to provide you with any kind of info you might need. For better understanding, I had a very pleasant conversation with Mohamed about Bedouins’ history, customs, traditions and life style. At last we lived a thrilling experience by coming across a rather big camel spider (Galeodes arabs) ... not deadly to humans although its bite is particularly painful ! Overall a unique and unforgettable experience which I suggest anyone to try in his life.

    Prior to our arrival, everything was easily arranged by messaging the facility. We received a warm welcome by our friendly host Mohamed from the first moment of our pick up at the Visitor Centre where you park your car. The camp is located within the Wadi Rum Nature Reserve (which is not a given) and consists of only 5 tents. It is also quite secluded from other camps some of which are quite noisy (horrible feeling for those who want to enjoy the silence and peace of the desert). The room was comfortable, spacious, clean, with private bathroom, fan, and a beautiful window wall looking out over the spectacular desert. Complaining about the lack of air conditioning ? Well if so, choose a larger and busy camp with the noise of the generator and you’ll definitely stay cool ! We visited the place at the end of June ... it’s is hot during the day –of course- but pleasantly dry and of course it is very hot when you enter your room in the evening ... but you are in the middle of the desert and ... you have to accept it as part of the experience. In the camp you can take advantage of free Wi-Fi connection and complimentary tea and coffee. We were the only two guests during our stay, and the very pleasant atmosphere made us feel like family members. Our reservation included dinner too: the Egyptian cook prepared an excellent meal indeed. We were at the camp during Eid Al-Adha (referred to as the “Festival of sacrifice”). An animal (lamb/sheep according to Bedouin traditions) is being sacrificed to eat 1/3 with family members, 1/3 with friends and 1/3 with poor people. Well we had the honour to be served that same absolutely amazingly & super tasty meal: by far the best lamb we tried on our trip to Jordan along with other food.The activities that are offered (for a fee) are 4 X 4 pickup truck tour, possibility to try sandboarding down the dunes and camel ride.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the fault of the place itself, but bare in mind that altough it is in the desert, the tents are very-very hot even during the night and there are many mosquitos.

    This place is a wonder. It is a small quite camp, feels like the desert is yours :) Mohamed is a lovely host, we took a jeep tour with him which was great and really worth it. The tents are lovely, comfortable and the view from them is stunning - we had night visitor wild camels as well, it was an incredible experience. Food was also great, thanks for the chef :) Outside sitting area is lovely to watch stars from. Overall we had an amazing experience.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mohammad was very kind. The dinner was amazing, it was very delicious. Our room was perfect. I recommend this camp for everyone.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2023

    10
    Sunset desert tour and star gazing in the unique desert location that is Wadi Rum.
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you are seeking a quiet, well-served camp in Wadi Rum, without the din of loud music and large groups, this is ideal. Facilities are basic, though much more than one would expect in a desert setting. Mohammed is a gracious, soft-spoken host. He is punctual and organized. in case you’re thinking of a desert tour (2/3/4 hour), Mohammed is a very safe and careful driver. He does not try to show off his off-roading capabilities by tossing his passengers around in the back of the (Toyota Hilux) pick-up truck. He speaks fluent English and is knowledgeable about Bedouin history and customs.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    - no airconditioning, but during the night it was bearable and a fan is placed to cool down Yourself

    - very polite and kind owners, helpful and very punctual - great dinner - organizing jeep/camel tour flexible for Your needs

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    10
    would always stay there again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    small (great!) and comfortable camp, delicious food, and Mohammad can really answer every question one has about the desert and Bedouin life! easily organized pick-up from visitor center and tours

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    10
    Beautiful little camp and excellent host!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing we didn't like!

    Beautiful little camp in Wadi Rum. Mohammed and his team really looked after us! We really enjoyed the jeep tour and star gazing at night. The dinner and breakfast were also amazing!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    9.0
    Great camp to stay in Wadi Rum
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would focus more on the cleanliness of the bathrooms, but everything else was great.

    If you are looking for a small and calm and peaceful atmosphere in the hearts of the desert, than this is the place to be. The hosts are really nice and polite, foos was really tasty and more than enough for both the dinner and breakfast. we recommend to the guests to take the 4h jeep tour so they can visit and enjoy the immensity and beauty of Wadi Rum. sadly we could not enjoy star gazing tours as there was full moon, but we enjoyed a beautiful night view of the rocks around the camp from the dune in front of the tents. Wifi connection worked incredibly, and was totally unexpected. I highly recommend this camp and we will go back soon!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Many bugs and flies in the room, it's like a Jordan symbol

    The host is very good

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing at all. we enjoyed our stay a lot.

    amazing place. and amazing host. they picked up from the visitor center free of charge.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    10
    We had a good time and would definitely recommend it to others!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The camp consists of only 5 huts and therefore feels homely and allows for an even more relaxing stay. You can book trips directly with the owner, they will arrange everything for a very reasonable price! The highlight of our stay were definitely and owner of the facility and his brother. Two very nice guys that showed a great sense of hospitality and that were eager to help whenever they could. We would definitely recommend staying here if you’re looking for a calmer and smaller place to stay a bit outside of the village!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2023

    9.0
    Quiet, magical
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds were a bit hard, and information were coming more upon asking questions than provided to us.

    if your looking for a small 5 tents only location, very quiet and nice views - this is the place. other camps seemed huge and with generator, while Desert Jewel was small, personnal and quiet. Mohammed and his 2 brothers took care of us like family, from picking us up at the visitor center to arranging a 4h Jeep tour on the same day. Food was OK, and the tent itself is spacious, confortable.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2023

    9.0
    Great location, wonderful hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mohammad and the team were so welcoming and helpful. The small camp created a great convivial atmosphere. The view from the room is as great as the pictures suggest! Food was plentiful. It’s been tough returning to ‘normal’ life after two nights at the Desert Jewel!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    10
    Great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are good as shown in booking. They are not tents and have their own private bathroom. They offer different tours which are 100% recommended. We took the 4 hour tour till sunset and it was great. Both dinner and breakfast are included in the price. They pick you in visitors centre. The staff is friendly and assist you in anything you need

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2023

    9.0
    Pleasant stay at a desert camp in Wadi Rum with excellent hospitality
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I recently had the pleasure of staying at a desert camp in Wadi Rum, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed with the warm welcome I received from the hosts. They were attentive and made sure that I was comfortable throughout my stay. The camp itself was clean, tidy, and well-maintained. My tent was spacious and comfortable, and I had all the amenities I needed to make my stay enjoyable. The highlight of my experience was the dinner, which was cooked by the camp's talented chef. The food was absolutely amazing and delicious, and I couldn't get enough of it. Another highlight of my stay was the tour of the desert. The host took me on an amazing tour, showing me some of the most beautiful and breathtaking sights in Wadi Rum. The tour was informative, and I learned a lot about the history and culture of the area. Overall, my stay at the desert camp in Wadi Rum was fantastic, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and memorable experience. The hosts and chef were outstanding, the accommodations were comfortable and clean, and the tour was amazing. I would definitely come back here again in the future.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2023

    10
    the best
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    the staff was very good and helpful. the food is delicious. The room and view were great. especially muhammet is a very good person. jeep safari was great.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2023

    10
    Perfect Wadi Rum experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    2 nights the same (but very good) food😅

    Small & quiet camp tucked into a beautiful corner, very nice people! Trips by 4x4 or Camel can be organised on the spot. Communication excellent!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2023

    10
    Unforgettable experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Should have stayed longer!

    Great experience in the desert. Small and quiet camp. Very kind staff. Outstanding cook. Definitely recommended!

    Stayed in April 2023

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