Al Dhafra Hotels with Pools

Fabulous setting [although a 2 1/2 hour car trip from Abu Dhabi]. Probably totally uneconomic but thanks to wealthy Rulers who promote such projects, a truly out of this World experience awaits. Even James Cameron was inspired… Architecture, furnishings and service equally stunning. The pool was being refurbished when I visited but considering the remoteness, facilities are all you’d expect

The most affordable of the three Anantara hotels on Sir Bani Yas Island, it is also a sea view hotel (the other two villas are more desert-style and not close to the sea). Overall, for most mainland tourists, this small island is less crowded, beautiful, blue sea, and many animals, so it should be worth experiencing! (The disadvantage is that it costs about 500 dirhams to take a taxi from Abu Dhabi one way, and it takes 3 hours. If you need the phone number of the local taxi driver, you can leave a message. He is an Indian brother who speaks good English, is punctual, trustworthy and polite) The hotel room is quite standard. The standard room is equipped with a bathtub and a balcony (with two lounge chairs). Capsule coffee and mineral water are replenished daily, and you can ask for more if they are not enough. Service: The hotel service is very good. Whether it is the front desk, the restaurant or the guide staff who go to safari to see animals, they are warm and gentle. Any needs in the room, such as a bucket of ice, will be delivered in time. Facilities: The hotel is not new, but it is a retro country style, which does not affect it. We are a group of three people staying here. We added a small bed, which cost 440 dirhams per night with breakfast. The small bed creaked and was barely slept. Environment: The overall environment of the hotel is excellent. A small island with most facilities is artificial, showing the strength of the rich country all the time. Every tree is carefully maintained by a special drip irrigation. I believe that most of the uu who chooses Sarbaniya hope to meet animals unexpectedly. The season we went there (early August) was really hot. It felt difficult to go out between noon and 5pm, as the temperature felt uncomfortable (but I still insisted on walking around). After 5pm, we walked around the mangroves and artificial lagoon area near the hotel and at the door. It was very beautiful. Common birds were peacocks, gazelles and sika deer (they were still quite afraid of people, so it was best to watch them from about five meters away). We could inadvertently see green parrots, flamingos, various sandpipers from a distance, and of course the most common were yellow-rumped bulbuls and crows 🐦⬛.

The Anatara Desert Hotel in Abu Dhabi, which was originally booked, was temporarily requisitioned by the royal family and forced me to cancel the order. Fortunately, Ctrip subsidized me, I found Anantara on the island of Sabania, the result is worthwhile, almost the same as the desert hotel, feeling playability or Sabania high!

The hotel is particularly good, no matter the key to the hotel or the hotel facilities, it is just too far away from Dubai. I am doing a Dubai tour. Because there are guests living in Xi'er Island, I chose a surrounding hotel to pick up the next day. The hotel is about a hundred rooms, all of which are beautiful sea view rooms. You can swim at the beach, have your own open-air swimming pool, have a gym, have a small garden, and breakfast is good.

Some of the staff seem poorly trained, and our experience celebrating my friend’s birthday here was disappointing. The room we were assigned was so bad, and although they claimed all rooms were booked and couldn’t move us, rooms were still available online. The property was informed in advance of the birthday, but no arrangements were made. We ordered a cake ourselves, but it arrived without “Happy Birthday” on it—a detail that was overlooked, making us feel like they didn’t care. When we raised the room issue with Bilal at the front desk, his response was unprofessional and unsuited to hospitality. There was poor communication overall, with the reception and other staff providing inconsistent information. Despite these issues, two staff members went above and beyond to offer exceptional service: Niven and Naser from the F&B department. Naser was incredibly accommodating and welcoming—he provided us with valuable information about the property and handled all our needs during the stay. He even arranged a complimentary cake for my friend’s birthday, even though it was nearly checkout time, clearly doing his best to make us feel valued. Niven was also very kind and professional. Their efforts truly made a positive difference in our experience. Their exceptional service stood out but couldn’t completely offset our disappointment. Not sure if we’ll be back

Very nice, the environment is very good, the resort hotel. But the location is really remote and there is nothing around. However, the hotel has its own beach, which is not bad, and there are other hotels nearby, so there are several options for eating. There is also a Korean restaurant next to it, mainly to provide services for the nuclear power plant built by the Koreans nearby, and the food is good.

What a beautiful and serene spot to be secluded with your loved ones. An absolute delight in the middle of the western region of UAE, with an excellent high speed road if you are coming all the way from Dubai. Gas it up all the way to 160kmph to reach this milestone in less than three hours and have a delightful stay. The pool and the view is absolutely commendable in this oasis. The hotel interiors and entrance are quite royal and Arabic taking you back instantly out of a Hollywood movie's stay at a desert resort. The people working here are all super nice and very hospitable. Shout out to Raja Gopal, Shubash, Liya, Shweta, Sangam and the front desk gentleman. Thanks to the frontdesk for a beautiful room upgrade to the oasis pool view. Make sure to enjoy quad biking and happy hour by the pool to beat the heat. The aspect that can improve is the room service and the operators answering the phones as no one picked up our calls from the room or elsewhere. I'd think it's a busy schedule so I'll let that go. Overall, loved my Eid stay and would definitely return.

They surprised us with fruit platter, cake and romantic arrangement in our room. The room is very comfy, peaceful and relaxing place away from the city, very accommodating staff especially Chethan, Abdelsamia, Eshe, Saleh, the man from the quadbiking, and the 2 girls in the reception. Mr Chethan - the sous chef gave us fruit platter during breakfast and dinner to celebrate the special day. The water in pool area is refreshing - not so cold & not so warm. We did some activities like soft archery and quadbiking including in our booking.

When you stay at Western Hotel - Madinat Zayed in Madinat Zayed, you'll be steps from Rub' al Khali. This family-friendly hotel is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from Madinat Zayed City Mall.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an outdoor pool, and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle.Enjoy international cuisine at Cinnamon, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-in. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 105 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

We are thrilled to share our unforgettable experience at Bab Al Nojoum Bateen Liwa. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond, welcoming us with warmth and genuine hospitality. Our One Bedroom Villa (villa 14) was impeccably prepared, ensuring complete privacy, just as we requested. During our stay on a half-board basis, we were treated to some of the most delectable meals we've ever had, thanks to the talented Chef Wajdi. Each breakfast and dinner was a culinary delight, showcasing an array of flavors that truly elevated our experience. The entire team was always ready to assist, whether it was bringing a buggy car or keeping our private pool pristine. The villa itself was a sanctuary of comfort, featuring the most sumptuous mattress and pillows that guaranteed a restful night's sleep. What makes this place truly special is the unique opportunity to be completely isolated in the heart of the desert, enjoying our own private pool and stunning surroundings. It's a perfect blend of luxury and tranquility. We can't wait to return to this magical destination again and again. A heartfelt thank you to the entire staff, whose dedication and warmth made our stay truly special. We want to extend a special shout-out to the unsung heroes—the pool cleaners—whose meticulous attention ensured our oasis was always pristine. A special thank you to Chef Wajdi and his team for crafting an extraordinary culinary experience that delighted our taste buds. You all played a pivotal role in making our stay unforgettable, and we are truly grateful for the memories created here!