Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
· Al Ruwais, Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi ·
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Relaxation and Recreation
Indulge in massages and facials at the spa and enjoy the outdoor pool and private beach for ultimate relaxation and leisure.
Culinary Delights
Savor international cuisine at one of the 3 restaurants, enjoy 24-hour room service, and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or poolside bar.
Luxurious Accommodations
Stay in air-conditioned rooms with minibars and private balconies, and enjoy entertainment with LCD TVs and stay connected with complimentary WiFi.
Book your stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara now for an unforgettable experience in the historical district.
What guests say
Superb 9.0/10 · summarised by AI from 86 reviews👍 Friendly staff👍 Beautiful location👍 Comfortable rooms
- ⚠️ Some main course meals could be better
Policies & good to know
No childrenNo pets
Pets
- Pets: Pets not allowed
- Pets: Service animals not allowed
Health, safety & sustainability
- General: Professional property host/manager
Amenities (57)
Internet
- ✓Free WiFi
Pool & wellness
- ✓Full-service spa
- ✓Conference space
- ✓Free newspapers in lobby
- ✓Pool umbrellas
- ✓Free pool cabanas
- ✓Pool sun loungers
Fitness & activities
- ✓Fitness facilities
- ✓Arcade/game room
- ✓Golfing nearby
- ✓Snorkeling nearby
- ✓24-hour fitness facilities
Food & drink
- ✓Breakfast available (surcharge)
- ✓Snack bar/deli
Parking & transport
- ✓Limo or town car service available
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Beach & outdoors
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Garden
- ✓On private beach
Family
- ✓Supervised childcare/activities
- ✓Playground on site
Services
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Safe-deposit box at front desk
- ✓Porter/bellhop
- ✓Tours/ticket assistance
Business
- ✓Meeting rooms
- ✓Conference center
Accessibility
- ✓Wheelchair accessible
Comfort
- ✓Elevator
More
- ✓Boat tours nearby
- ✓Express check-out
- ✓Express check-in/check-out
- ✓Designated smoking area
- ✓ATM/banking
- ✓Gift shops or newsstand
- ✓Hiking/biking trails nearby
- ✓Kayaking nearby
- ✓Library
- ✓Multilingual staff
- ✓Wedding services
- ✓Express check-in
- ✓Mountain biking on site
- ✓Safari nearby
- ✓Hunting on site
- ✓Reception hall
- ✓Garage
- ✓Lifeguard on site
- ✓Well-lit path to entrance
Location
Al Ruwais, Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
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Good to know
- 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.
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the 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.
- 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.