The Dar Al Masyaf is part of the magnificent resort of Madinat Jumeirah and is located in the heart of the fashionable area of Jumeirah in Dubai. Madinat Jumeirah translates into the 'City of Jumeirah' and is a city of contrasts, from relaxing to the vibrant and exotic. The resort is filled with waterways and wide open sea-scapes and is a luxurious oasis to relax and enjoy a unique holiday experience in true Arabian style. The resort is located just 25 minutes from Dubai International Airport and is also close to all leisure and commercial attractions.

The resort comprises of 2 grand boutique hotels and 29 traditional courtyard summer houses set in over 40 hectares of beautiful landscaped gardens. Soak up the sun on a kilometre of private sandy beach which connects with neighbouring Burj Al Arab, the Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Wild Water Wadi Park. Traditional water taxis known as abras transport guests from their rooms to the restaurants and beach through the 3.7 km of working waterways. The retail Souk is a shopper's paradise with 75 shops, as well as 43 restaurants and bars providing a wide array of international beverages and cuisine. The 283 beautifully appointed rooms and suites are arranged within 29 Arabian Summer Courtyard houses and portray and Arabian theme in keeping with the overall style of the resort. The houses are designed so that guests can take just one room or the entire summer house. Dar Al Masyaf Madinat Jumeirah is designed for guests looking for added privacy within intimate enclaves yet within easy access to all the resorts facilities.