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Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Abu Dhabi Five-Star Desert Oasis with Adventure Sports & World-Class Spa

9.2
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Discover a palm-fringed oasis at the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara, a five-star escape on its own protected wildlife sanctuary just off the coast of Abu Dhabi. During your stay, encounter free-roaming animals (including the Arabian oryx), an abundance of family-friendly activities, and three onsite restaurants serving everything from fresh seafood to themed buffets. For a spot of pampering, enjoy a Thai massage, desert sand body scrub or scalp massage at the Anantara Spa.

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Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
12452, Al Ruwais, Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is located on a private island wildlife sanctuary, Sir Bani Yas Island, just off the coast of Abu Dhabi, shared with sister resorts Al Sahel and Al Yamm. The resort is located approximately a three-hour journey from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH), including a 20-minute water taxi trip from the mainland to Sir Bani Yas Island. Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.

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Reviews

9.2
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ricky a.
Reviewed 02 Nov 2025
10
Excellent service, awesome weekend getaway. Great options for kids to play and spend time. 1 advice, note that it's a remote island. Ensure all essentials (and non essentials as well) are packed before arriving at the resort. There are no shops inside to buy stuff. If you are a vegetarian, opt for dine in which allows you to order dishes like dal and paneer that are not on the menu.
Recommends this hotel
10
Prince F.
Reviewed 11 Aug 2025
10
Hotel was very quiet and not busy at all. Generally the room and the resort itself had some AC issue. Didn’t feel the air con. Staff were fantastic. Everyone that we have met have gone beyond our expectation. Safari drive was amazing too. Food menu options are limited.
Recommends this hotel
10
sparc c.
Reviewed 17 Aug 2025
8.0
The hospitality of the staff was truly amazing—everyone was warm, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout our stay. The hotel is very clean, and the views are simply beautiful. I traveled from Dubai, which took around 3 hours by car, followed by a 30-minute boat ride (as informed by the hotel). Guests should keep in mind that after the boat ride, it takes about 40 minutes in total to disembark, transfer by car to the resort, and complete the check-in process—so it’s best to plan your trip with that extra time in mind. The spa and services were impeccable. I had the Anantara Signature Massage, which was totally worth the price—deeply relaxing and professional. The morning wildlife safari was fantastic, giving a real glimpse of the island’s natural beauty and wildlife. The pool was beautiful and perfect for relaxing, though the breakfast was average compared to the rest of the experience. Another plus is that the activities offered through the Anantara website often come with good deals, so it’s worth booking directly to take advantage of those. Overall, this resort offers a unique combination of relaxation and adventure. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable escape in the UAE.
Recommends this hotel
8.0
Symunek T.
Reviewed 19 Oct 2025
2.0
This past weekend, I spent my honeymoon at the Desert Safari Anantara is Sir Bani Yas. Overall my experience was okay, although not for the price that was paid. 1. I requested an upgrade, with of course the willingness to pay more. Although, the reservation staff gave one price then another. They were late with their response to my emails and because if their tardiness, I choose not to upgrade. 2. Once we arrived, we were requested to spend more money for a transportation fee. The expensiviness of the fee was not the point, it was the lack of courtesy and hospitality to wave the fee for the trouble and lack of promptness of our request via email. (We still had to pay) 3. The staff were all nice and helpful. Although, they were over worked and short-handed in the restaurant areas. Often times we were left waiting and sometimes forgotten about. This made it difficult to enjoy the ambiance with the consistent looking around for our server, food or drinks. 4. The safari, beach and pool we the highlight of our trip. Night life....well, there wasn't any. They didn't even have a shisha or evening entertainment. I really wanted to us to enjoy our stay, especially because it was meant to be one of our most memorable times together as husband and wife, but for the cost of money that was paid, we expected better.
Does not recommend this hotel
2.0
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