The Ritz-Carlton Ras al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
Nestled amid the golden dunes of a 500-hectare nature reserve lies a true desert oasis: The luxurious resort offers stunning, partially detached pool villas – ideal for romantic getaways for two or unforgettable family vacations with the utmost comfort. Here, seclusion, exclusive privacy, and family-friendly holidays go hand in hand. While adults enjoy peace and panoramic views, children playfully collect their first desert experiences in the engaging 'Ritz-Kids' program. A special highlight is the access to the nearby sister hotel at the fine sandy Al Hamra Beach – just a 20-minute drive away – which stylishly complements the offerings of this unique retreat.
Details
Country
United Arab Emirates
City
Ras al Khaimah
Price
from 465€ per night/person
Best travel time
October - April
Rooms
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert offers a total of 108 luxurious villas that harmoniously blend into the impressive desert landscape of the 500-hectare Wadi Khadeja nature reserve. Each villa features a private pool, a spacious terrace with desert views, a separate living area, and a stylish bathroom with floor-to-ceiling windows. Particularly attractive: Enjoy relaxing hours in the private pool while the desert animals pay you a visit.
Culinary
Look forward to a diverse culinary selection amidst the fascinating desert landscape. The all-day dining restaurant Kaheela serves international specialties as well as flavors from the Middle East and India, while the award-winning Farmhouse by Syrco impresses with sustainable, locally inspired dishes. For relaxing moments, the Paddock Café invites you to enjoy light meals and coffee specialties with a view of the horse paddocks. A sundowner at the Moon Bar overlooking the starry sky perfectly rounds off the day. For those seeking the extraordinary, Destination Dining offers an exclusive dinner in the heart of the desert or high up on the Al Wadi Tower – a culinary delight in a unique setting.
Activities
A comprehensive and varied program is offered for the guests of the resort, some of which can be booked for a fee. This includes tracking hikes, guided camel or horse rides, fat bike tours in the dunes, archery, fishing (catch & release), night walks, and observations of the starry sky, which appears so distinctly and closely here. The resort's extraordinarily large spa, covering 3000 square meters, is something special with its 10 treatment rooms and various sauna and hammam experiences, and it rightly carries the name 'Rainforest.'
Location
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is nestled in the 1,235-hectare nature reserve Wadi Khadeja in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, about 45 minutes northwest of Dubai. The drive time from Dubai International Airport to the desert resort is just over an hour. The resort is located just under a 20-minute drive from the coast, which is suitable for a day trip to the beach.