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Captain's Desert Camp

2.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade campground with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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A terrace, a garden, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Captain's Desert Camp. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Highlights

Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Balcony
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Ad-disi, Wadi Rum, 00962

What's nearby

  • Deeseh Knowledge Station - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Wadi Rum Visitor Center - 24 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Nabataean Temple - 42 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Aqaba (AQJ-King Hussein Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rock Village Adventure Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bubble Cafe - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Rum Gate Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Captain's Desert Camp

Boardwalk/promenade campground with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
A restaurant, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services are available at this smoke-free campground. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. All 50 accommodations offer room service, rainfall showerheads, and showers.
Captain's Desert Camp offers 50 accommodations. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Dining

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Room service (limited hours)

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Meeting rooms

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Luggage storage
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the mountains
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the Strip

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 50 units
  • Built in 1982
  • Garden
  • Renovated - January 2021
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests who enter Aqaba, Jordan through the Israel border must process their visa online and inform the property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: JOD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms; guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Captain's Camp
Captain's Desert Camp
Captain's Desert Camp Campground
Captain's Desert Camp Campground Wadi Rum
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Captain`s Desert Camp Hotel Wadi Rum
Captain's Desert Camp Campsite Wadi Rum
Captain's Desert Camp Campsite
Captain's sert Camp Campsite
Captain's Desert Camp Campsite
Captain's Desert Camp Wadi Rum
Captain's Desert Camp Campsite Wadi Rum

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Desert Camp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Captain's Desert Camp?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Captain's Desert Camp?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Desert Camp?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Does Captain's Desert Camp provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of JOD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Captain's Desert Camp located?

Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this campground is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wadi Rum Protected Area and Deeseh Knowledge Station. Burrah Canyon and Wadi Rum Visitor Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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