DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Virgin rating

The hotel

For travellers who aren’t satisfied with a simple ‘one pool, one bar, one restaurant’ kind of holiday, this island escape overflows with choice. Its private white sand beach accompanies seven fabulous swimming pools, including a pirate-themed aqua zone for children to cool off on sun-soaked Marjan Island. It has 12 places to drink and dine, from family-style Italian Vespa to the gastropub food and fun of The Anchor, and the Arabic snacks and shisha of ShoFee Rooftop Bar. And, while the beachfront setting, eforea spa, and contemporary styling of Doubletree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island attract couples and groups of friends, families get the bonus of the kids’ club’s climbing wall, Arcade Zone, and huge playground with its climbing structures, trampolines and shaded toddler area.

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

On Marjan Island, linked by road to Ras Al Khaimah. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: 1 hour.

Hotel information

All with balcony or terrace with direct beach access, sea, pool or garden views, 42” flat-screen TV, WiFi, clock radio with MP3 connection, mini-bar*, safe, hairdryer, iron and board, bathrobes, and slippers. Guest Room Pool View are located in the Villa building and feature a furnished balcony and 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

All Inclusive includes: all meals listed below

  • Breakfast at Al Marjan or Bay Club
  • Lunch at Al Marjan or Bay Club
  • Snacks and sandwiches at Brasserie Terrace or Bayview
  • Dinner at Al Marjan or Bay Club

Includes beer, local wine, spirits, cocktails, mocktails, juice, water, soft drinks (limited brands according to the Hotel’s All Inclusive formula). All Inclusive excludes room service and mini-bar. Clients receive a food credit if they wish to dine in one of the à la carte restaurants. All Inclusive meals starts with the lunch after guest’s check-in and ends with breakfast prior to guest’s check out.

Ultra All Inclusive option: includes all meals listed below

  • Breakfast at Al Marjan or Bay Club
  • Lunch at Al Marjan or Bay Club, Meze Restaurant, Brasserie Restaurant and Vespa Ristorante.
  • Snacks and sandwiches at Al Marjan or Bay Club
  • Dinner at Al Marjan or Bay Club, Meze Restaurant, Brasserie Restaurant, Sanchaya Restaurant and Vespa Ristorante.
  • The choice of a set menu for dinner in one of the à la carte restaurants per day (Vespa, Brasserie, Sanchaya and Meze).

Includes unlimited beer, local wine, spirits, cocktails, mocktails, juice, water, soft drinks. In-room dining and mini-bar are included.

Please note: the hotel reserves the right to amend or change its All Inclusive formula.

Room upgrades

Guest Room Sea View have Arabian Gulf views from the balcony, 1 king-size bed and a rollaway bed and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Rooms are 45 sq m, are in the Villa Building with views of the gardens. Each room has 2 queen-size beds and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Deluxe Room Sea View are 45 sq m, are in the Villa Building, and have Arabian Gulf views. Each room has 2 queen-size beds and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Deluxe Rooms with Balcony are 45 sq m, are in the Villa Building, and have a garden view from the balcony, mini fridge, seating area with sofa. Each room has 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Deluxe Rooms with Sea View and Balcony are 45 sq m, are in the Villa Building, and have Arabian Gulf views from the balcony, seating area with sofa. Each room has 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Bay Club Beach Front Rooms with sea view are 45 sq m, are located on the higher floors with uninterrupted sea views from a spacious balcony, and have a chaise lounge and armchair with ottoman. Each room has 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Bay Club Sea Front Rooms with beach access are 45 sq m and are located on the ground floor offering direct beach access. Each room has 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Two Queen Bed Bay Club Beach Front Rooms with sea view are 45 sq m, and are on higher floors with uninterrupted views from the balcony. Each room has 2 queen-size beds and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Two Queen Bed Bay Club Sea Front Rooms are 45 sq m, and are on the ground floor with direct beach access. Each room has 2 queen-size beds and a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Private Beach Villa with direct beach access and 3 bedrooms, sleeping maximum 8 adults. Master room has a super sized king bed with large dressing room, walk-in closet and marble bathroom with large bathtub and rainfall shower, a separate living room with dining table. The additional 2 rooms come with 2 queen beds or 3 double beds. Each room has an ensuite bathroom with separate bathtubs and walk-in shower.

7 restaurants including; Vespa (family-style Italian, open daily for dinner and Fri-Sat for lunch), Al Marjan (all-day dining International buffet with themed dinners, dancers on Friday), Brasserie (classic European menu with home-style food, open daily for dinner and Fri-Sat for lunch), The Anchor (British and European classics, gastropub style, darts, pool and big screen games, DJ nights, open for dinner), BayClub Restaurant (all-day dining, International buffet), Sanchaya (progressive Chinese cuisine) and Meze (authentic Turkish cuisine). 5 bars including; The Lobby Lounge (light snacks, refreshments and tea/coffee, 24-hour), Boardwalk (pool bar, fresh juices, mocktails, and snacks), ShoFee Rooftop Bar (Arabic snacks and shisha), BayView (pool bar serving refreshing beverages by the infinity pool) and Islander’s Coffee House (light snacks).

7 pools including 2 kids' pools in addition to an indoor pool. Pirate Boat Aqua Zone (kids' aqua park with water slides, water buckets, and sprinklers). Private 650 metre beach. eforea Spa* (7 treatment rooms including a couples room, sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room). 24-hour fitness centre. Water sports*. New beach facilities with water trampoline and inflatable football game. Entertainment including DJ nights, belly dancing, and live band (nightly). XclusiV Night Club. Kids' club (for 4-12 year old). Outdoor playground. Babysitting*. Shopping arcade with gift shop, ice cream shop, hair salon and photography shop). Signature chocolate chip cookie on arrival.

Concierge. Currency exchange. Laundry* and valet services. Transport services (local area). Complimentary shuttle to Al Hamra Mall. Room service*.

* Denotes local charge.

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May 4, 2024 Venture20845482190 Oman

We loved our stay here. The walk way up to the hotel, the staff were friendly.and helpful, our family enjoy the buggy ride with concierge Anees.breakfast each morning was delicious and set us up for the day. The pool area was beautiful, feels like you are in paradise. Our room was very big and with a balcony overlooking the pool. Cleanliness was… Read more
We loved our stay here. The walk way up to the hotel, the staff were friendly.and helpful, our family enjoy the buggy ride with concierge Anees.breakfast each morning was delicious and set us up for the day. The pool area was beautiful, feels like you are in paradise. Our room was very big and with a balcony overlooking the pool. Cleanliness was 10/10. Overall a great stay and would recommend to anyone. Great value for money.” Read less
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May 4, 2024 kazi95 Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

This is a family Hotel and resorts we went as a couple. The Hotel is nice had a great time but it was full of children. However to avoid the long queue at the restaurant we have to go very early for the buffet meal. The pool is nice. the beach is Ok we stayed at the bay club which was quite a nice I would like to thanks to the housekeeping Latif ,… Read more
This is a family Hotel and resorts we went as a couple. The Hotel is nice had a great time but it was full of children. However to avoid the long queue at the restaurant we have to go very early for the buffet meal. The pool is nice. the beach is Ok we stayed at the bay club which was quite a nice I would like to thanks to the housekeeping Latif , he’s been very good. Also like to thanks to Munju and Nickson they’ve been extremely good while we were there. Thank you so much for your hospitality. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely hotel especially for families.

May 3, 2024 Linda W Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Lovely hotel and very nice rooms with a seaview. When we checked in the room we had booked was not available but was all sorted by the next day. Definitely would say its more a family hotel even though it has a adults only pool and lounge where they are quite strict if people appear with children. Lovely staff especially Nickson one of the… Read more
Lovely hotel and very nice rooms with a seaview. When we checked in the room we had booked was not available but was all sorted by the next day. Definitely would say its more a family hotel even though it has a adults only pool and lounge where they are quite strict if people appear with children. Lovely staff especially Nickson one of the concierges, nothing was too much bother for him and Grace one of the restaurant waiting staff and Alicia( not sure that is how you spell her name) one of the supervisors in restaurant who made sure my husband got his GF pancakes etc every morning. Apart from the storm, we had lovely weather. Would explore more if we go back. Only negative were some of the guests, who were rude and bad mannered and treated staff terribly. Read less
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May 3, 2024 Sorin M

We were helped by Waseem from front office, very much appreciated his work! We really liked the hotel, great location, very nice beach, clean nice rooms and very good food. Will come again!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Third time at this beautiful resort and still love it!

May 1, 2024 PPH1980 London, United Kingdom

We love this place so much that it was our third time here! We were there for 8 nights with our 7 year old. On arrival, Rohit was brilliant, (sorry if I got name wrong) he instantly recognised us, so it felt like we were at home. Rooms are clean and bright. Bathroom is spacious with enough hooks to hang bath towels and spread out our toiletries… Read more
We love this place so much that it was our third time here! We were there for 8 nights with our 7 year old. On arrival, Rohit was brilliant, (sorry if I got name wrong) he instantly recognised us, so it felt like we were at home. Rooms are clean and bright. Bathroom is spacious with enough hooks to hang bath towels and spread out our toiletries (for the 3 of us anyway!) The managers at the main buffet restaurants are brilliant. We were super excited to see Ganesh (for the third time!), who was attentive and engaged in conversation with us (thank you for our cake on the last day, Ganesh, it was a lovely touch) Samet was also lovely and thoughtfully brought some chips over for my daughter (as chips are not served on the buffet every day, which I think is a good thing, otherwise, kids will just eat chips!) Sorry for the managers who I have not recognised here personally, but from what we observed, they all worked so hard to ensure guests were happy and looked after. Great chefs - the Indian food in the main buffet (breakfast/lunch/dinner) is brilliant. They change it every day and serve curries, lentils, paneer, a variety of rice dishes, chicken/lamb curries. All different flavours and a lot of variety. The naan was sometimes chewy (because it was left in the heat thing) but that can easily be rectified by asking them to make you a fresh naan, which they did. The staff at this resort work very had and have such a great attitude to ensuring that guests needs are met. Particularly on the days of the freak storm that Dubai had, the staff worked hard at adapting and keeping guests safe. Overall the resort is compact and cute, lovely beach and pools. Read less