Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa
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Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa
No. 11 of Scenic Hotels in Emirate of Abu Dhabi
Al Ruwais, Al Dhafra, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Ideal locationAmenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Snorkeling
Horse riding
Hiking
Spa
Massage room
Gym
All amenities
Property Description
Discover Island Tranquility and Wild Beauty at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa
Set on the breathtaking shores of Sir Bani Yas Island, Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa invites you to experience refined luxury in harmony with nature. Nestled beside one of the region’s most celebrated wildlife sanctuaries, the resort offers a peaceful retreat where Arabian elegance meets island adventure.
Each of the resort’s beautifully appointed rooms seamlessly blends traditional Arabian design with modern comforts—including plush bedding, complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and a well-stocked minibar. Select accommodations boast panoramic sea views or private terraces offering the perfect space to unwind and enjoy the island breeze.
Guests can relax with rejuvenating rituals at the Anantara Spa, lounge by the palm-lined main pool with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar, or stay active with a friendly game of tennis. Al Shams Restaurant serves up global flavours under the stars, while The Palm welcomes guests for casual breakfasts and lively themed buffet dinners.
Families are warmly welcomed with tailored experiences, including a dedicated kids’ club offering supervised activities, ensuring younger guests are just as engaged as the adults. Interconnected rooms and child-friendly menus make multigenerational stays both seamless and memorable.
For the adventurous, Sir Bani Yas Island presents endless opportunities to explore. Paddle through mangrove-fringed lagoons on a guided kayaking tour, discover ancient sites and indigenous wildlife on nature walks, or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters that fringe the island’s shores.
Sustainability is woven into every aspect of the guest experience—from locally sourced cuisine to conservation-led excursions. As part of a protected nature reserve, the resort is committed to environmental stewardship and community engagement, allowing guests to connect meaningfully with the destination.
Whether you’re seeking luxurious relaxation, immersive exploration, family connection, or eco-conscious travel, Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa promises an unforgettable escape into a world of Arabian splendour and natural wonder.
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9.4/10
great hotel - great staff - really enjoyed our time here - great location
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Surroundings
Airport: Dalma Airport
(30.5 km)
Landmarks: Sir Bani Yas Wildlife Park
(4.3 km)
Landmarks: Desert of sir baniyas island
(6.1 km)
Landmarks: Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
(6.1 km)
Landmarks: The Church & Monastery of Bani Yas
(6.4 km)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
Premier Room With Sea View
1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
Hot water (24 hours)
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Deluxe Room With Sea View
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
Hot water (24 hours)
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Premier Room With Sea View
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
Hot water (24 hours)
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13
Two Bedroom Anantara Villa
2 King bed
200m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
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3
Premier Room With Sea View
1 Double bed
52m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Toothbrushes
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2
Deluxe Room with Garden View
1 King bed or 2 Single bed
52m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
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5
Premier Room with Sea View
1 King bed or 2 Single bed
52m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
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Deluxe Room With Sea View
1 Double bed
52m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
Hot water (24 hours)
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2
Deluxe Room with Sea View
1 King bed or 2 Single bed
52m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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6
Anantara Suite
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
80m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Deluxe Room With Sea View
2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
Hot water (24 hours)
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8
One Bedroom Anantara Villa
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
120m² | Floor: 1-4
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Deluxe Room With Garden Terrace
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
Hot water (24 hours)
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Deluxe Room With Garden Terrace
2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Toothpaste
Hot water (24 hours)
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Guest Reviews
9.4/10
Amazing
44 reviews
- Cleanliness9.5
- Amenities9.1
- Location9.5
- Service9.5
Average for similar properties in Al Dhafra
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Facilities: Guests appreciate various activities offered, such as safari tours, diving, and wildlife watching. The hotel has temperature-controlled pools and offers shuttle services between its three properties on the island, making exploration convenient.(based on 10 reviews)
Hachiko16
July 28, 2025
A peaceful and well-organized desert retreat. The setting is beautiful, the service attentive, and the overall experience was smooth and enjoyable. A nice escape from the city.
Guest User
February 2, 2025
Featured location with amazing surroundings and ocean view, however is somehow not worthy of 4 hours of journey from Dubai. The beach behind the hotel is under construction when arrived and the staicase in right hand side of the building is extremely dirty and stinky. Furthermore, the service and cuisine of Al Shams restaurant is below average level for a 5 star hotel restaurant. Most of the value of this resort comes from its location and natrual view, will not visit again.
Jacky—
October 4, 2023
Make an appointment in advance for the time of the boat on the island to the dock butler one-stop service, lounge luggage are helped to send to the hotel and then the boat on the island to stay at the front desk to book activities diving fishing watching animals and so on safari tour guide brother is very good
The rooms are very nice and the beach pool in the hotel is very nice and the photos are very good. Several hotels on the island have cars for each other. The dinner we chose costs AED 1,000 and there is a 15% service charge
Guest User
February 1, 2024
Very nice island and was greeted gleefully by a team of staff who were very nice at the jetty to get on the boat headed for the island. Ramesh from Srilanka was very nice guy who was really good at his job. Elly was the guide on the boat itself and great guy too. Reached the hotel on the island and was greeted by George who was very kind and explained everything very well. Overall great stay. Only drawback was the pricing of the activities which I felt were overpriced and also didn’t get prompt responses on the hotel app chat even though I was specifically told that was the fastest way to communicate. Food and staff at olio Italian restaurant was super.
And let and probably the best part of our trip was the safari and a guy called younis who was super informative and made it a memorable trip.
Also one thing been noticing recently with quite a few resort hotels is the staff look artificially happy not like they want to be there. Anyway overall great stay and one night is more than enough to be honest on this island as during this month of January sea water is super cold so can’t really swim in the sea and enjoy the beach. Pools were temperature controlled so that was great.
One point to be noted is while arriving the staff were extra friendly and helpful but while leaving not much communication and no water or wet towels provided either. It felt like they welcome u greatly but then send u off on ur way without real care. 😎🤷🏽♂️
Guest User
May 1, 2024
great hotel - great staff - really enjoyed our time here - great location
M60318****
June 8, 2025
房間很乾凈，免費加了床，酒店活動豐富、適合家人出行。
餐飲有點貴，自助餐比較合算，大部分時間都relax。
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Zaranj
April 6, 2025
謝謝酒店慷慨幫我們升級了動物酒店的pool villa，非常驚喜！孩子非常喜歡，小鳥兒們太可愛了，咕咕雞也很逗，就是有衹母孔雀太沒有分寸哈哈哈哈哈。最期待的safari沒有選好時間，本來想看草原日出結果確下起了雨，有點遺憾。總之在酒店度過的時間非常愉快，會懷念的體驗。
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Xiaoqingcaoyizahuiwangyou
February 9, 2025
很感謝酒店的特殊安排和照顧！！特別是全程温馨的服務態度以及良好的接待能力和周到的住宿環境！！值得一提Safari哦！！太太難忘！！
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Services & Amenities
Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Snorkeling
Horse riding
Hiking
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Gym
Private parking
Free
Car rentals
Bar
Tennis court
Table tennis room
Restaurant
Taxi booking service
Conference room
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Business center
Children's pool
Playground
Kids' club
Childcare service
Additional charge
Tour and ticket booking service
Currency exchange
24-hour front desk
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Luggage storage
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Spa
Gym
Restaurant
Conference room
Multi-function room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Heated pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Car rentals
Taxi booking service
Front desk services
24-hour front desk
Lockers available
Concierge service
VIP check-in service
Express check-in and check-out
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Wake-up call
Currency exchange
Tour and ticket booking service
Languages spoken
English
Indonesian
Arabic
Hindi
Greek
Vietnamese
French
Filipino
Japanese
Romanian
German
Food & drink
Snack bar
Bar
Room service
Health & wellness
Spa
Additional charge
Table tennis room
Tennis court
Horse riding
Gym
Massage room
Kayaking
Off-site
Mountain biking
Hiking
Snorkeling
Activities
Private beach area
Gaming area
Public areas
Smoking area
Garden
ATM
Elevator
Cleaning services
Dry cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Facilities for children
Playground
Childcare service
Additional charge
Children's meals available
Kids' club
Children's pool
Business services
Postal service
Multi-function room
Fax/copying service
Wedding service
Conference room
Additional charge
Business center
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Safety & security
Intruder alarm
Smoke detector
CCTV in public areas
First aid room
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–23:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Check in via app
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 11 years old and under | Free |
Children 12–17 years old | AED 145.00 (approx. RUB 3,193.89) per person |
Adult | Buffet:AED 145.00 (approx. RUB 3,193.89) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2008
- Number of Rooms: 64
Phone:+971-2-8015400
Email:experience.sby@anantara.com
Discover Island Tranquility and Wild Beauty at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa
Set on the breathtaking shores of Sir Bani Yas Island, Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa invites you to experience refined luxury in harmony with nature. Nestled beside one of the region’s most celebrated wildlife sanctuaries, the resort offers a peaceful retreat where Arabian elegance meets island adventure.
Each of the resort’s beautifully appointed rooms seamlessly blends traditional Arabian design with modern comforts—including plush bedding, complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and a well-stocked minibar. Select accommodations boast panoramic sea views or private terraces offering the perfect space to unwind and enjoy the island breeze.
Guests can relax with rejuvenating rituals at the Anantara Spa, lounge by the palm-lined main pool with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar, or stay active with a friendly game of tennis. Al Shams Restaurant serves up global flavours under the stars, while The Palm welcomes guests for casual breakfasts and lively themed buffet dinners.
Families are warmly welcomed with tailored experiences, including a dedicated kids’ club offering supervised activities, ensuring younger guests are just as engaged as the adults. Interconnected rooms and child-friendly menus make multigenerational stays both seamless and memorable.
For the adventurous, Sir Bani Yas Island presents endless opportunities to explore. Paddle through mangrove-fringed lagoons on a guided kayaking tour, discover ancient sites and indigenous wildlife on nature walks, or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters that fringe the island’s shores.
Sustainability is woven into every aspect of the guest experience—from locally sourced cuisine to conservation-led excursions. As part of a protected nature reserve, the resort is committed to environmental stewardship and community engagement, allowing guests to connect meaningfully with the destination.
Whether you’re seeking luxurious relaxation, immersive exploration, family connection, or eco-conscious travel, Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa promises an unforgettable escape into a world of Arabian splendour and natural wonder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the cancellation policy at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?
The cancellation policy at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa depends on your room type and booking terms.What’s the cancellation policy at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?
What are the check-in and check-out times at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?
Check-in at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa starts from 15:00-23:00, and the standard check-out time is by 12:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?
Are pets allowed at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?
No, pets are not allowed at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa.Are pets allowed at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?
How do I get to Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa from the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is Dalma Airport, located about straight line distance from hotel: 30.5 km away.How do I get to Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa from the nearest airport?
Does Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa offer airport transfer services?
No, Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa doesn’t offer airport shuttle or transfer options.Does Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa offer airport transfer services?
About This Property
| Average Price From | RUB79556 |
|---|---|
| Hotel Star Rating | 5 |