Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
5.0 star property
VIP Access
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- On private beach
- Gym
- Bar
- Pool
- Spa
- Room service
Explore the area
Al Ruwais, Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
- Sir Bani Yas Island BeachPlace, Sir Bani Yas Island Beach18 min walk
- Arabian Wildlife ParkPlace, Arabian Wildlife Park30 min drive
- Sir Bani Yas Island PierPlace, Sir Bani Yas Island Pier35 min drive
VIP Access
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- Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members
Room options
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One-Bedroom Anantara Villa
- 120 sq m
- Beach view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Anantara Suite
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
- 80 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sea view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Two Bedroom Anantara Pool Villa
- 200 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- Beach view
- Sleeps 6
- 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
Deluxe Room with Sea View
- Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room with Garden View
- Sleeps 2
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Premier Room with Sea View
- Sleeps 2
Anantara Suite
- Sleeps 2
One Bedroom Anantara Villa
- Sleeps 2
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Two Bedroom Anantara Villa
- Sleeps 4
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Deluxe Room, Sea View
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 52 sq m
- Sea view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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Deluxe Room, Garden View
- 52 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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Premier Room, Sea View
- 52 sq m
- Sea view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
Premier Room With Sea View
- Sleeps 2
Deluxe Room With Sea View
- Sleeps 2
Deluxe Room With Garden Terrace
- Sleeps 2
Deluxe Room With Garden Terrace
- Sleeps 2
Deluxe Room With Sea View
- Sleeps 2
Deluxe Room With Sea View
- Sleeps 2
Premier Room With Sea View
- Sleeps 2
Premier Room With Sea View
- Sleeps 2
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About this property
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
Beachfront hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
Catch some rays on Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants.
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the hotel. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Anantara Spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
During your stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara, you'll be within walking distance of Sir Bani Yas Island Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 3 restaurants.
- Free WiFi
- Free self-parking
- Enjoy international cuisine with garden views at The Palm, one of the property's 3 restaurants
- Buffet breakfast offered for a fee
- Wired Internet for a fee
- Take a swim in the outdoor pool
- Indulge with facials, body treatments or massages at Anantara Spa
- Services include babysitting, a free children's club and a lifeguard on-site
- On-site recreation includes a private beach, an outdoor tennis court and a 24-hour gym
- 0.8 miles (1.2 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Beach and 8.7 miles (14.1 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Pier
- Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Some rates at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara such as a complimentary children's club and an outdoor pool.
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts and a 24-hour fitness centre. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Sir Bani Yas Island hotel.
Guests can enjoy buffet breakfast for a fee.
The Palm – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and only serves breakfast.
Amwaj – This beachfront seafood restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Al Shams Restaurant and B – This poolside restaurant serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
The Lounge – This bar specialises in local and international cuisine. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.
All-inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (AED 100 per night)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (AED 100 per night)
Parking and transport
- 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Limo/town car service
- Free self parking on site
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Food and drink
- Buffet breakfast available for a fee: AED 130 per person
- 3 restaurants
- A bar/lounge
- A poolside bar
- Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
- Al Shams Restaurant and B
- Amwaj
- The Lounge
- The Palm
Things to do
- 24-hour gym
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycle rentals
- Children's pool
- Free children's club
- Full-service spa
- Game drive
- Hiking/biking trails
- Horseback riding/rentals
- Hunting
- Library
- Mountain biking
- Outdoor pool
- Outdoor tennis court
- Playground
Family friendly
- Arcade/game room
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- Children's pool
- DVD player
- Free children's club
- Free supervised activities for children
- In-room cot
- Laundry facilities
- Lifeguards on site
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
- Snack bar/deli
- Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- ATM
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Gift shop/newsstand
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Turndown service
- Wedding services
Business services
- Business centre
- Conference centre
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- Free pool cabanas
- Garden
- On a private beach
- Pool loungers
- Pool umbrellas
- Terrace
Full-service spa
- 4 treatment rooms
- Aromatherapy
- Body scrubs
- Body wraps
- Couples treatment rooms
- Deep-tissue massages
- Detox wraps
- Facials
- Hot tub
- Sauna
- Spa open daily
- Steam room
- Swedish massages
- Thai massages
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Lift
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- 4 buildings
- 4 floors
- Built in 2009
- Designated smoking areas
- Lifeguards
- Reception hall
- Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Free cot
- Premium bedding
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
- Bidet
- Designer toiletries
- Dressing gowns
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
- 24-hour room service
- Espresso maker
- Free bottled water
- Minibar
- Restaurant dining guides
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board
- Laptop-compatible safe
- Phone
- Separate sitting area
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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
Guests are required to download the property's AL HOSN UAE mobile app before check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located on an island approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) off the coast of Abu Dhabi, accessible only by boat. Guests must contact the resort 1 day in advance to arrange transportation from Jebel Dhanna Jetty (20 minutes away by boat). Daily departure from Jebel Dhanna Jetty to Sir Bani Yas Island: noon, 3 PM, 6 PM, and 11 PM. Daily departure from Sir Bani Yas Island: 9 AM, 1 PM, 4 PM, and 8 PM. Please note that the boat transfers are subject to availability, weather conditions, and clearance from Abu Dhabi Ports Authority. This property provides ground transportation to and from the island boat station, as well as transportation around the island (included in the resort fee).
All guests are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in. A valid passport with UAE entry stamp, UAE Emirates ID, and GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) ID are accepted.
Guests are required to have the AL HOSN UAE App installed on their mobile devices. Guests may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 350.0 per night.
- Free cots (infant beds)!
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: AED 1299
- New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: AED 649 (from 6 to 11 years old)
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AED 130 per person
- Fee for in-room wired Internet: AED 100 per night (rates may vary)
- Fee for wired Internet in public areas: AED 100 per night (rates may vary)
- Airport shuttle fee: AED 1020 per vehicle (one way)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: AED 20.00 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: AED 350.0 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To get to the property, guests need to transfer by Boat. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 24 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests are required to download the property's AL HOSN UAE mobile app before check-in. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
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