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Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

5.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
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3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service

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Al Ruwais, Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
  • Place, Sir Bani Yas Island Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Arabian Wildlife Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Sir Bani Yas Island Pier
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

One-Bedroom Anantara Villa

  • 120 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Anantara Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Anantara Pool Villa

Two Bedroom Anantara Pool Villa

  • 200 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Deluxe Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Anantara Suite

  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Anantara Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Anantara Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room, Sea View

  • 52 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin 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 the area

Sir Bani Yas Island

When you stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara in Sir Bani Yas Island, you'll be in the historical district and 15 minutes by foot from Sir Bani Yas Island Beach. .This beach hotel is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Pier.

What's nearby

  • Sir Bani Yas Island Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Arabian Wildlife Park - 30 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Sir Bani Yas Island Pier - 35 min drive - 17.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Al Shams - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Amwaj - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Savannah grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Samaak - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rush - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Beachfront hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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 center.

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.
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).
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.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge.
The Palm - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Amwaj - This beachfront seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open select days.
Al Shams Restaurant and B - This poolside restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
The Lounge - This bar specializes 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 onsite 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 350.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: AED 1299
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: AED 649 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: 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)
  • Housekeeping fee: AED 20.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 350.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Anantara Desert Islands
Anantara Desert Islands Resort
Desert Islands Hotel
Anantara Desert Islands Sir Bani Yas Island
Desert Islands Resort
Desert Islands Resort Anantara
Desert Islands Hotel
Desert Islands Resort And Spa By Anantara
Desert Islands & By Anantara
Anantara Desert Islands Resort Spa
Desert Islands Resort Spa by Anantara
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara Hotel
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island