Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

We cannot tell you how much we loved everything about our stay here. We came for one night, ended up staying 2, could have stayed so much longer. We had 10 star service at every aspect of our visit. We were made to feel welcomed and special. The scenery was breathtaking. So lucky to have found this beautiful place. Thank you to all who made us feel so special.

Despite the high temperatures, the experience was truly remarkable. The drive from the security checkpoint to the hotel, winding through the desert, was an adventure in itself. From the moment we arrived, the staff were exceptionally welcoming and helpful throughout, making our stay even more enjoyable. I was thoroughly impressed with the room—stylish, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed. The only minor drawback was the limited availability of accessible power sockets. That said, I could have easily spent the entire day relaxing in the room or on the terrace. Still, the adults-only pool was simply too inviting to miss. I’d like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Mutwakil Osman for everything he did for us—our stay wouldn’t have been nearly as amazing without him.

Hayesha, Rahul at breakfast, Fabby, pastry chef Dee and countless others whose names we didnt pick (sorry), are the stars here. The staff are exceptional and are here from all corners of the world. It was impressive to see how busy the resort was, and how so many guests ventured to climb the dunes outside the rooms for sunset.. they are not small!! Our 3 nt stay in April 2025 was superb and all 8 of us across 2 families really enjoyed Qasr al Sarab. While the vegetarian options could perhaps be improved, including opening up Amelie to families (currently adults only), our tip is to try out the Al Liwan cafe for dinner. Its a hidden gem with exceptional food. And really really good coffees too. The breakfast is... woah! What a mega feast.. and we were impressed to see the Exec Chef himself always in charge. The menu at Ghadeer is good but limited, but the restaurant gets swamped being the primary option that is kid-friendly and the service here needs work. The staff are stretched and have no time for guest interactions. There are more activities than you may think of, if you want to do activities, but otherwise there's evening movies, amazing pools and bars to lounge at, and a superb Kids club. The Qasr experience is a special one, and be prepared to spend accordingly. We shall be back some day

We stayed at Qasr for three nights, and honestly, it was one of the most magical experiences we’ve ever had. The backdrop of the sand dunes was absolutely stunning, sunrises and sunsets from the desert were nothing short of breathtaking. Given how remote the location is, we were so impressed with the food at the resort. From delicious breakfasts at Al Waha to the fine dining under the stars at Al Falaj, everything was full of flavour, and there were plenty of great vegetarian options too. Huge shoutout to our lovely waiter, Siddanth, who took amazing care of us during our alfresco dinner at Al Falaj. His service was top-notch. We also tried some of the complimentary activities offered by the resort and really enjoyed them. One of the highlights was the wellness ritual with Beatrice, which included breathwork, yoga, and a meditative sound bath. It was incredibly calming, and Beatrice had such a warm and welcoming energy. Another standout was the sunrise walk with Adam. Trekking up and down those sand dunes definitely got our hearts pumping, but it was so worth it for the views and the experience. Adam was a fantastic guide and made it really enjoyable. We also did the nighttime discovery walk and the sunset camel trek, both led by Shehzad, who was absolutely brilliant. He shared so much knowledge about desert wildlife, and his photography skills were seriously impressive (especially during the morning camel ride). Everything about the stay, from the location and decor to the facilities and the incredible hospitality, made it feel truly 5-star. We’re so grateful to all the staff who work so hard to keep the place looking beautiful and make guests feel so welcome. And one last thank-you to Omnath, our buggy driver, for helping with our luggage and getting us around the resort with a smile. We’d highly recommend Qasr for anyone looking for a truly unique, one-of-a-kind getaway.