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Price Guide
5 Nights - £918pp

Flight inclusive price from UK

Two-Centre
7 Nights - £995pp

Enjoy an exotic short break desert & island holiday.

Combine 3 nights at Anantara Desert Island Resort with 2 nights in Abu Dhabi.

Anantara Desert Islands Resort

Pool at Night

Pool at Night

Fellow guests

Fellow guests

View

View

Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Stick your neck out

Stick your neck out

 

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is a 64-room boutique resort designed to captivate the mind and relieve the body – quite a different experience to the standard beach resorts in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Set on the nature reserve island haven of Sir Bani Yas, just off the coast of Abu Dhabi, Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is one of the most luxurious resorts in Abu Dhabi.

Anantara Desert Islands Resort offers views over the Arabian Gulf’s shimmering waters and the chance to explore an ancient landscape and discover magnificent Arabian wildlife.

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara’s rooms utilise striking indigenous fabrics and original artwork and offer sea and desert views.

Anantara is now accessible in just 25-minutes by 3 times weekly flights from Abu Dhabi’s Al Bateen Executive Airport.

What’s so Special?

Fall under the spell of centuries of evocative Middle Eastern legends, explore 10-million year old landscapes and discover the diverse wildlife of this unique offshore island retreat, long known for its natural and rugged beauty.

Anantara offers a great range of activities and excursions, including kayaking, mountain bikes, guided walks, horse-riding (they have their own stables), a shoreline infinity-edge swimming pool and fantastic Anantara Spa.

Desert Islands Resort by Anantara is a great choice for a family holiday in Abu Dhabi because of the activities on offer and the resort facilities that include a Kid’s & Teens Club and Family Villas.

Bear in mind

The resort is 250 km from Abu Dhabi, followed by a 15-minute scenic boat ride – so it’s a bit of a journey getting there. The thrice-weekly 20-minute flights with Rotana Jet make the journey much quicker.

Deluxe Sea View Room

The 29 Deluxe Sea View Rooms offer views over the turquoise seas and white sand beaches of the Arabian Gulf from private balconies.

Luxurious touch of Egyptian cotton, cool hardwood furnishings, plush King-size or twin beds, Rainforest showers and work stations are the key features of these luxurious rooms which are located on the upper floors.

Deluxe Garden Room

Deluxe Garden Rooms (52 sq. m.) combine majestic contemporary Arabic design with terracotta flooring, marble bath fixtures, hardwood furnishings and indigenous touches of Arab décor.

Deluxe Garden Rooms all have private terraces and are just steps away from the infinity-edge swimming pool and surrounded by lush tropical island gardens.

Premier Sea View Room

Located on the highest floor, Premier Sea View Rooms offer uninterrupted views of the sea.

Anantara Suite

Desert Island Resort & Spa’s two palatial Anantara Suites (80 sq. m.) are composed of cool marble, terracotta and hardwood furnishings bathed in natural island sunlight.

Both Anantara Suites have separate living area, bedroom with King-size bed, kitchenette and a bathroom complete with a deep terrazzo tub and soothing Rainforest shower.

Private balconies offer sea views.

One Bedroom Anantara Pool Villa

The palatial One Bedroom Anantara Pool Villas (120 sq. m.) are separate from the main resort complex and face the turquoise seas surrounding the resort.

Each Anantara villa provides a serene retreat with direct beach access and a private pool with sun loungers.

Desert Islands Resort & Spa’s 1 Bedroom Anantara Pool Villas feature a separate bedroom with King-size bed, living area, kitchenette and dining space.

Villas have daybeds and private beach gardens.

Two Bedroom Anantara Family Pool Villa

The Two bedroom Family Pool Villas offer expansive space and unmatched privacy- the ultimate in Abu Dhabi resort living.

Desert Islands Resort & Spa’s two exclusive 2 Bedroom Anantara Family Pool Villas (200 sq. m.) are testament to the island’s rich history as a royal retreat.

Villas have two bedrooms, living and lounge space, kitchenette and dining area – all showcasing the best of Arabian décor, contemporary design and modern convenience a family hotel in Abu Dhabi has to offer.

Villas feature private pools in walled tropical gardens with outdoor showers and shaded poolside lounge areas.

Direct beach access means this serene retreat is immediately connected to the outside world.

Features in all Rooms:

  • Air con & rattan ceiling fan
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Flat screen TV with Satellite channels
  • iPod dock
  • IDD phone
  • Minibar
  • Nespresso machine
  • Coffee and tea making facilities
  • Safe

Al Shams

Al Shams is a Pool Bar offering plenty of lounge space complete with sunbeds for guests to enjoy a refreshing afternoon swim or snacks under shaded umbrellas.

Light gourmet snacks and drinks in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere are served throughout the day, while Shisha in a range of soothing flavours provides the perfect Middle Eastern nightcap. 

Samak

Dining at Desert Islands Resort & Spa is defined by the casual outdoor elegance and zesty world flavours of Samak seafood restaurant. An abundance of seafood is prepared to taste on an open grill and accompanied by an impressive wine list.

Breezy island evenings come to life with romantically lit poolside landscaping and culinary delights such as King Crabs sautéed in Oyster Mushroom Sauce.

The Palm

Start your day at The Palm restaurant, serving an international and Middle Eastern breakfast buffet. When dusk settles, the airy restaurant with its antique contemporary Arabic décor becomes the site for occasional themed nights.

With an a-la-carte menu featuring various cuisines and an expert resident Wine Guru The Palm represents the pinnacle of dining in Abu Dhabi.

The Lounge

After dinner, share a nightcap at the lounge bar with stunning views across the dramatic landscape. Quality coffees, gourmet loose leaf teas, aperitifs and cocktails are served throughout the day.

Dining by Design

Enjoy a romantic signature dinner for two by the beach or indulge in a culinary treat while watching the sunset from the private balcony.

Amwaj

Enjoy a tapas style menu for lunch and dinner in a contemporary rustic setting beachside at the Water sports Centre.  Cosy, oversized chairs and sofas on the terrace create a relaxed living room feel, enhanced by lounge music.

Cuisine celebrates vibrant world flavours and tempting land and sea ingredients. Savour daily specials, Arabic tasters and Asian plates, followed by signature homemade ice cream creations, with a great sea view.

Anantara Desert Islands Resort has a PADI Dive Centre, Spa, Watersports, Fitness Centre, Tennis and Swimming Pool, alongside the Nature and Wildlife Reserve.

Facilities:

  • Swimming Pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness Centre
  • Water sports
  • PADI Dive Centre
  • Nature & Wildlife drives
  • Kayaks
  • Tennis Courts
  • Mountain Bikes
  • Horse riding
  • Archery
  • Kid’s Club
  • Library
  • Boutique

Enjoy Wildlife drives through the reserve.

Arabian and African animals.

2018 - 19 Price Guide:

  • 5 nights from £918 pp

Includes:

  • International Flights from the UK
  • 5 nights accommodation with breakfast
  • All taxes
  • Private car airport transfers

This is a guide price only, based on travel in low season.

Prices will vary according to availability of airfares on the dates of travel and seasonal hotel and airfare surcharges.

Please ask us for any current special offers.

Jasmine Bonus:

  • Includes Daily American Breakfast
  • Stay a minimum 3 nights and receive 30% discount on hotel price
  • Stay a minimum 3 nights at Anantara Desert Islands Resort and 2 nights at Anantara Eastern Mangroves and receive 30% discount on hotel price
  • Long Stay discounts Valid 03 Jan - 31 Oct 18

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