QASR AL SARAB DESERT RESORT BY ANANTARA & SIR BANI YAS ISLAND RESORTS BY ANANTARA

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is located just 90 minutes from Abu Dhabi, set in an area steeped in tradition and bursting with legacy. The resort has 207 suites and villas, offering a sanctuary for the guest stays. Designed to absorb the region’s distinctive custom, the interiors of every suite and villa are inspired by the simple grandeur of an old desert fortress and boast locally hand-crafted furnishings. Guests can immerse themselves in rich carpets and embroidered fabrics which evoke ambient warmth and an inescapable sense of romance. During every stay, diners can experience a plethora of restaurants across the resort. Cosmopolitan dining against breath-taking natural backdrops can be found at rooftop bar and restaurant, Suhail - a spectacular spot for sundowners and enjoying the finest grills under the stars, while Middle Eastern and international delights await at Al Waha. For guests content poolside, Ghadeer offers relaxed dining during the day then transforms into a candlelit retreat with a global menu throughout the evening. Naseem Pool Bar offers relaxed daytime dining, and tea, coffee, whilst fine snacks are served at Al Liwan lobby lounge. For a traditional Arabic experience amongst the sand dunes of the Liwa Desert, complemented with starry skies, and the flickering light of the bonfire, Al Falaj welcomes guests to a traditional Bedouin setting. The menu features a selection of Mezzeh, roasted whole lamb, Arabian mixed grill and Arabic sweets handmade by Qasr Al Sarab’s own pastry chef. On the other hand, Designer Dining by Anantara is considered as one of the most romantic and charming experiences, perfect to celebrate a special occasion in the sand dunes. Anantara Spa at the property offers an extensive range of treatments, combining Middle Eastern remedies and Thai expertise. Guests can choose from a variety of massages and wellness experiences including Moroccan hammams, Thai massages, facials, yoga, sound healing and many more. The property also recently launched an educational farmhouse and cultural centre known as Ezba. Located within the resort’s grounds, it is a unique experience for guests to visit and tour the culture and tradition of Emiratis and explore an array of flora and fauna as well as a range of animals that call the desert home. At the centre of the hotel, a 25-metre Infinity Pool offers visitors a panoramic view of the desert and dunes. This exclusive pool is for adults-only, and the resort has an additional Main Pool for families to enjoy as well.