At a glance
- Luxurious Island Hideaway
- Arabian Wildlife Sanctuary
- Kids Club
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Hotel information
Renowned for its standard of exquisitely luxurious properties in the Far East, Anantara has added another gem to its portfolio – the Desert Island Resort & Spa.
Located on a private island with direct access to the sea and delightful walking trails, it’s a fantastic choice for those seeking a peaceful, verdant hideaway as well as for families wanting plenty of fun activities. The island also boasts its own Arabian wildlife sanctuary with an astonishing collection of indigenous Middle Eastern and African animals, perfect for introducing the kids to their first safari experience! Talking of little ones, the kids club is conveniently located next to the health club and includes a spacious activity room which promises to wear out even the most energetic of children. At night, enjoy fine dining at the seafood grill with its extensive ‘catch of the day’ menu before retiring with a nightcap in the lounge bar.
Where is it?
Adjacent to a lagoon, on the northwest reaches of Sir Bani Yas Island, 8 kilometres from Abu Dhabi’s western coastline. Transfer time from airport: 30 min by speed boat from Abu Dhabi port.
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Facilities
All-day dining restaurant (breakfast, lunch and dinner – International cuisine), seafood grill (fine dining), delicatessen/bakery shop, pool bar, lounge bar. Freeform infinity-edge swimming pool, fully equipped health club (open 24 hours) and spa with 4 dedicated treatment rooms, floodlit tennis court. Kids club (2-12 years). Babysitting (on request, local charge). 2 boutique shops. Library. 24-hour room service. Wide range of Island excursions including Game Drives, Mountain Biking, Walking tours, Kayaking and Snorkelling also available (bookable in resort, local charge).
Room info
64 deluxe rooms, junior suites, beach villas and royal villas. All rooms with flat screen satellite TV, entertainment system, telephone, Internet access, mini-bar and in-room dining available. Deluxe Sea View Beach access rooms step out onto a private terrace and the white sand beach. Rooms with 1-king size bed or 2-queen-size beds, sleep max 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. Junior Suites have separate living and bedroom areas and private sea facing balcony. Beach Villas as above but overlooking the ocean, with own private splash pool beach and private 24-hour butler service. Royal Villas are as Beach Villas and are very spacious with own private pool, outdoor garden shower and shaded poolside lounge area.