Al Manara, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Saraya Aqaba  

On Aqaba’s Red Sea coast, this luxury hotel sits about 2 km from the city center and a short drive from Early Islamic Ayla, Sharif Hussein bin Ali Mosque, Aqaba Fort and the Arab Revolt Flagpole Plaza. Family-friendly and pet-friendly stay with private lagoon and beach access.

207 air-conditioned rooms and terraces offer Red Sea or private-lagoon views, Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, minibars, flat-screen TVs, deep soaking tubs and rainfall showers. Modern, comfortable décor with terraces overlooking the lagoon and in-room touches like bathrobes and slippers.

Soak up sea-breeze mornings on a private beach or by the outdoor pool, sip at the poolside bar, or unwind in a full-service spa with massages, sauna, steam room and body treatments. There's a 24-hour health club, diving club, picnic and barbecue areas, babysitting on request, free valet parking and complimentary Wi‑Fi — plus pet-friendly facilities.

Business center, express check-in and limo/town-car service, with complimentary wireless internet to keep you connected.

Three restaurants dish up Mediterranean delights and inventive Middle Eastern cuisine, backed by a coffee shop, poolside bar, two lounges and 24-hour room service; full breakfast is available daily. Expect sea-view cocktails and local flavors on the menu.