Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Abu Dhabi & the Wider EmiratesThis luxury resort is nestled amid rolling sand dunes in the Liwa Desert. Boasting an Arabian fort-style design, it features opulent décor, palm-lined courtyards and sparkling fountains. As night falls, twinkling Arabic lanterns dotted around the resort give it a magical ambience.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort provides 206 elegant and spacious rooms featuring sumptuous Arabic décor, lavish bathrooms, state-of-the art amenities and a balcony or terrace from which to enjoy the views. The pool villas come with a separate living area, a private plunge pool and butler service.
There’s a choice of four restaurants. Enjoy lavish breakfasts, international buffets and fine steak served on the terrace overlooking the spectacular landscape. A private dinner in a Bedouin tent is a must, as is a cocktail in the rooftop bar as you watch the sun go down.
There’s also an infinity pool, spa and a kids’ club for children aged four years and above.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Information
Location & Getting There
This luxury boutique resort is nestled amid rolling sand dunes in the Liwa Desert in Abu Dhabi, a 2-hour drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Accommodations
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort provides 206 rooms, suites and villas. Deluxe Garden rooms provide access to the garden from the private terrace; Deluxe Balcony rooms feature a dramatic view of the desert valley; Deluxe Terrace rooms boast an expansive, rustic-style terrace that has comfy daybeds; Anantara suites come with a separate living room, private patio and kitchenette; Anantara Pool villas come in 1 to 3-bedroom options, complete with a private plunge pool, kitchenette, separate living area, sun deck, outdoor shower and personalised butler service.
Activities
A myriad of activities is on offer at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort. Guests can watch desert wildlife grazing below as they chill in the pool, play tennis, try archery or enjoy a pampering treatment at the exotic spa. Excursions such as thrilling desert adventures in a 4×4, camel trekking and desert sailing can also be arranged.
Children
Families are welcome and there is a kids’ club for children aged 4 years and above. Babysitting is also available.
- Three restaurants
- Anantara pool
- Fitness centre and tennis courts
- Yoga studio
- Spa with hammam
- Library
- Kids’ club
- Tennis
- Archery
- 4x4 desert rides
- Camel trekking and rides
- Falconry
- Desert sailing and sandboarding
- Onsite museum
Qasr Al Sarab is perched on the edge of the world and offers all you'd expect from a high-class UAE resort - luxury villas, private pools, top-notch restaurants and a fully equipped spa. Top tip: pack a warm jumper. This hotel’s location in the middle of the desert means temperatures can reach as low as 3 °C at night (but can peak at 52 °C in summer!).
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