The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Virgin rating

The hotel

Tranquil and committed to the environment, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert resort has a natural yet sanctuary feel in beautiful surroundings with gazelles and oryx roaming around. Choose from a wide selection of recreational activities and experiences, or simply bask in the surreal aura of the desert's romance. All villas come complete with their own swimming pool, ensuring utter privacy as you bask in the sun’s rays. There’s also traditional tented villas for those who want the full-on Bedouin experience. There’s a dedicated nature reserve on-site, home to Arabian gazelles, camels and oryxes. Children and adults alike will enjoy the opportunity of getting up close to these gentle and fascinating creatures as they wander the dunes at leisure — magical! Also magical is the resort’s spa, offering lavish treatment pavilions, state-of-the-art hydrotherapy and signature treatments including the rainforest experience which comes highly recommended.

Amenities

  • Horse Riding
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Located in the UAE’s northern emirate Ras Al Khaimah, the closest desert resort from Dubai International Airport. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

100 private villas. All with air-conditioning, private swimming pool, furnished sun deck, cosy seating area, 41” interactive LCD TV, Bose music system, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, silk bathrobe, hairdryer, robes, slippers, separate soaking tub and rain shower, bathroom amenities, iron and ironing board. 

Al Rimal Pool Villa with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, and lounge area with sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children (subject to extra bed, sofa bed).

Half Board option: includes breakfast in Kaheela. Guests booked on Half Board can dine-around in participating restaurants and lounges for lunch or dinner (food only); Kaheela, Moorish, Farmhouse, Moon Bar, Oasis Pool & Bar, Kan Zaman BBQ and Shore House (seafood restaurant located at The Ritz-Carlton, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach).

Full Board option: includes breakfast in Kaheela. Guests booked on Full Board can dine-around in participating restaurants and lounges for lunch and dinner (food only); Kaheela, Moorish, Farmhouse, Moon Bar, Oasis Pool & Bar, Kan Zaman BBQ and Shore House (seafood restaurant located at The Ritz-Carlton, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach).

Al Rimal Enclosed Pool Villa are the same as Al Rimal Pool Villas, with an enclosed private pool, offering maximum privacy.

Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa with king-size bed, lounge area with sofa bed, terrace, sun-loungers, dining table and chairs with barbecue area. Oversized bathroom with free-standing tub and separate rain shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Al Sahari Secluded Tented Pool Villa with king-size bed, lounge area with sofa bed, terrace, sun-loungers, dining table and chairs with barbecue area. Oversized bathroom with free-standing tub and separate rain shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Please note: Al Khaimah and Al Sahari tented villas are available on the Full Board package only. 

Kaheela (International and regional cuisine, open for breakfast and lunch, with buffet and a la carte options). Moorish (tapas style Arabian and Andalusian dishes). Farmhouse (farm-to-table inspired menu, open for dinner). Moon Bar (cocktails and shisha). Paddock Cafe. Arabian BBQ nights at Kan Zanam on Saturday's. Oasis Pool Bar. Destination Dining* options include in the desert dunes including picnics and private barbecues under the stars. 

Oasis Pool & Bar featuring a large swimming pool, jacuzzi, kids' pool and Ritz-Kidz splash pool area. The Ritz-Carlton Spa* with indoor hydrothermal pool and the Rainforest Spa experience. 24-hour fitness centre. Yoga*. Complimentary bikes to use in the resort for the whole family. Nature and bird-watching walks*. Nature drives*. Stargazing*. Archery*. Fishing*. Desert biking*. Horse riding*. Owl Experience. Complimentary access to the Ritz Kids® club (aged 4 years and above). Feathered Friend experience for kids. Trail Tales experience for kids. Complimentary beach access at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach (only 15 minutes away).

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour room service*. Concierge. Gift shop. Laundry service*. Complimentary parking.

3 nights minimum stay applies over New Year. No check out permitted on 31st December.

* Denotes local charge.

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Mar 28, 2024 joantorrasr Barcelonastaymonth=12

The check in/ check out process needs to be improved, we arrived at 13:00 after informing everywhere that we were travelling with kids, hotel capacity at 60%, and we didnt have the room untill 15:15. Being elite gold is not acceptable. Besides this issue, the rest is amazing, food at the farmhouse unbelievable, staff was incredible, memorable… Read more
The check in/ check out process needs to be improved, we arrived at 13:00 after informing everywhere that we were travelling with kids, hotel capacity at 60%, and we didnt have the room untill 15:15. Being elite gold is not acceptable. Besides this issue, the rest is amazing, food at the farmhouse unbelievable, staff was incredible, memorable holidays Read less
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Mar 25, 2024 Alissa N

We had a great time. Our butler Charity was very polite and professional. always responded to requests. Service was excellent, the staff treated there best to make our memories unforgettable. We will definitely back to Rith. Thank you so much!
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Mar 24, 2024 TrailBlazer774121

The location and service were amazing. Villa super spacious and new. Anup, our butler, was great! Ritz Al wadi has also a lot of services and experiences that can be tried with kids, unfortunately our kids are very young and we did not do much… but we ll come back!
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Mar 24, 2024 Dreamer31128356243

We stayed back in the new signature villas every time we stayed in al Sarb but this time is something unqiue and more relaxing and a huge space in the villa. Special thanks to My Personal Butler Charith & Davood and Anup who always there for us. Thank you we will come back soon
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Signature Villa - exactly what we were missing in the UAE. Quality and privacy

Mar 19, 2024 Marina S Marbella, Spain

The new signature villa is great! Exactly what we needed in the UAE Quality standards and design are excellent, the villa was clean and tiny and the food was excellent, and the service makes it PERFECT! Rhe outdoor pool area is very private, sunsets are amazing there. Highly recommended!