Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa
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Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa
No.6 of Scenic Hotels in Emirate of Abu Dhabi
Al Ruwais, Al Dhafra, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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When you stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara in Sir Bani Yas Island, you'll be in the historical district and within a 5-minute drive of Sir Bani Yas Island Beach. This beach hotel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Pier.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Lots to do
Superb viewsAmenities
Horse Riding
Spa
Tennis Court
Massage Room
Outdoor swimming pool
Business Center
Hiking
Snorkeling
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Property Description
When you stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara in Sir Bani Yas Island, you'll be in the historical district and within a 5-minute drive of Sir Bani Yas Island Beach. This beach hotel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Pier.
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4.6/5
Greatgreat 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: MahaGate(GateNo-2)
(6.3 km)
Landmarks: The Church & Monastery of Bani Yas
(6.4 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
3
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
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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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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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
Minibar
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3
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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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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7
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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Guest Reviews
4.6/5
Great
42 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.6
- Amenities4.5
- Location4.6
- Service4.6
Average for similar properties in Al Dhafra
AI Summary
The rooms are luxurious and comfortable, with splendid sea views. The location provides peace and tranquility, along with convenient shuttle service. Exceptional hospitality and a range of facilities enhance the guest experience.
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
Milad
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
Sagar
June 7, 2022
We had a 2 day stay which was absolutely spectacular. The room, view, breakfast, 5 stars. However you cant expect anything less from Anantara. The feather in the cap was the service provided by Thilanka from housekeeping. He ensured all our requirements were met without being asked. Such a kind warm person. A big thanks to him. And we cant end the review without mentioning Delano, our safari guide, very formative. Made our safari delightful.
Guest User
May 3, 2022
it was a amazing stay in nature!
their service is professional and frindly.
they provide diverse activities in nature.
I strongly recomend you Safari in the morning.
Zaranj
April 6, 2025
Thank you for the hotel's generosity in upgrading our pool villa in the animal hotel. It was a pleasant surprise! The kids loved it. The birds were so cute, and the cuckoo chickens were also very funny. But there was a female peacock that was too tactless. Hahahaha. The safari I was looking forward to the most didn't have a good time. I wanted to watch the sunrise on the grassland, but it rained. It was a bit regrettable. In short, the time spent in the hotel was very pleasant and I will miss it.
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Guest User
February 9, 2025
Thank you very much for the special arrangement and care of the hotel!! Especially the warm service attitude throughout the whole process, the good reception ability and the thoughtful accommodation environment!! Safari is worth mentioning!! It is unforgettable!!
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Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Horse Riding
Spa
Additional charge
Tennis Court
Massage Room
Outdoor swimming pool
Business Center
Hiking
Snorkeling
Restaurant
Kids' Club
Car Rental
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Babysitting Services
Additional charge
Bar
Private parking
Free
Exclusive Beach Area
Fitness Room
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Children's Playground
Taxi booking service
Tour/Ticket Service
Table Tennis Room
Children's Pool
Multi-Function Room
Luggage Storage
Currency Exchange
24-Hour Front Desk
Spa
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Bar
Exclusive Beach Area
Fitness 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 Rental
Taxi booking service
Business Services
Business Center
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Fax/Copying Service
Postal Service
Wedding Service
Multi-Function Room
Front Desk Services
Front Desk Safe
Wake-Up Call
VIP Check-In Service
Tour/Ticket Service
Lockers Available
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Concierge Service
Luggage Storage
Currency Exchange
24-Hour Front Desk
Languages Spoken
English
Arabic
Filipino
French
German
Greek
Hindi
Indonesian
Japanese
Romanian
Vietnamese
Food & Drink
Room Service
Bar
Halal meals provided
Alcohol-Free Rooms (On Request)
Snack Bar
Public Areas
Garden
ATM
Smoking Area
Elevator
Health & Wellness
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Off-site
Horse Riding
Spa
Additional charge
Tennis Court
Massage Room
Hiking
Snorkeling
Fitness Room
Table Tennis Room
Activities
Exclusive Beach Area
Game Room
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Kids' Club
Babysitting Services
Additional charge
Children's Playground
Children's Meals Available
Children's Pool
Accessibility
Accessible Rooms Available
Safety & Security
Security Alarm
CCTV In Public Areas
Smoke Detector
Security Personnel
Fire Extinguisher
First-Aid Kit
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Check in via app
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds can be added. Cot policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 11 years old and under | AED 220.00 (approx. NZD 100.39) per person per night |
Children 12 years old and over | AED 440.00 (approx. NZD 200.77) per person per night |
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 11 years old and under | Free |
Children 12–17 years old | AED 145.00 (approx. NZD 66.17) per person |
Adult | Buffet:AED 145.00 (approx. NZD 66.17) 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: 128
When you stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara in Sir Bani Yas Island, you'll be in the historical district and within a 5-minute drive of Sir Bani Yas Island Beach. This beach hotel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Pier.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After a day at the private beach, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy international cuisine at The Palm, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include wired internet access (surcharge), a business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 64 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Rooms have private balconies or patios. LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature designer toiletries and bidets.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After a day at the private beach, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy international cuisine at The Palm, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include wired internet access (surcharge), a business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 64 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Rooms have private balconies or patios. LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature designer toiletries and bidets.