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Take a camel ride over the sun soaked dunes for a mystical experience.
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The property blends in with the surroundings by offering palatial-style villas brimming with Middle Eastern opulence—complete with palm trees and twinkling lanterns.
Fodor's Travel, January 2025A truly beautiful and restorative place.
Tatler, January 2024This is one of the most incredible resorts in the world, with landscape, luxury, and culture all in the one location.
Conde Nast Traveler, September 2022This ambitious property leaves visitors with a real sense of the romance of Arabia. The fortress-style structure appears like a mirage, from which one can take in the stillness and silence, momentous sunsets and black, starry nights.
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Qasr Al Sarab by Anantara: A Desert Oasis in Abu Dhabi
On the outskirts of Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest sand desert—the Empty Quarter—beckons. Rising like a mirage from the flame-colored dunes, Qasr Al Sarab by Anantara offers luxury and adventure in equal measure. Traverse the Rub’ al Khali desert by camelback, dine beneath the stars, and unwind with traditional hammam and desert rose rituals at our serene resort.
A Fortress of Luxury
This majestic desert retreat, featuring turrets, courtyards, and fountains, houses spacious rooms and suites designed for ultimate comfort. Pool villas, set apart for privacy, offer uninterrupted views of stunning sunsets, while the exclusive Royal Pavilion Villas, located half a kilometre from the main resort, provide an even more secluded escape.
Cosmopolitan Dining in the Desert
Despite its remote location, dining at Qasr Al Sarab is a cosmopolitan affair. Enjoy meals by the pool, amid the dunes, or watch magnificent sunsets from the rooftop lounge. Whether you’re poolside or out in the desert, every meal comes with a breathtaking view.
Anantara Spa: A Journey of Relaxation
At Anantara Spa, indulge in a sensory journey that blends Middle Eastern remedies and Thai expertise. Our extensive range of treatments, featuring Biologique Recherche products, promises to pamper your mind, body, and spirit, leaving you refreshed and revitalized in this unforgettable desert sanctuary.