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Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is AU$500
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

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Premier Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room, Sea View

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Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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One-Bedroom Anantara Villa

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Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 120 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Anantara Suite

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Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 80 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Garden View

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Two Bedroom Anantara Pool Villa

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Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 200 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

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Sir Bani Yas Island, Sir Bani Yas Island

What's nearby

  • Sir Bani Yas Island Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sir Bani Yas Island Pier - 27 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Arabian Wildlife Park - 28 min drive - 13.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Savannah Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Olio - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Amwaj - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rush - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Palm Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the sea
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and beach massages. Treat yourself to a detox wrap, a deep-tissue massage or aromatherapy at Anantara Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and international cuisine. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities, such as hunting, hiking/biking and horse riding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and bike hire
  • An outdoor tennis court, express check-out and express check-in
Room features
All 64 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate baths/showers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and ceiling fans

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

Arabic, English, Filipino, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Romanian, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (AED 100 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (AED 100 per night)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: AED 130 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Al Shams Restaurant and B
  • Amwaj
  • The Lounge
  • The Palm

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hunting
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Free cot
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's AL HOSN UAE mobile app before check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located on an island approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) off the coast of Abu Dhabi, accessible only by boat. Guests must contact the resort 1 day in advance to arrange transportation from Jebel Dhanna Jetty (20 minutes away by boat). Daily departure from Jebel Dhanna Jetty to Sir Bani Yas Island: noon, 3 PM, 6 PM, and 11 PM. Daily departure from Sir Bani Yas Island: 9 AM, 1 PM, 4 PM, and 8 PM. Please note that the boat transfers are subject to availability, weather conditions, and clearance from Abu Dhabi Ports Authority. This property provides ground transportation to and from the island boat station, as well as transportation around the island (included in the resort fee).
All guests are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in. A valid passport with UAE entry stamp, UAE Emirates ID, and GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) ID are accepted.
Guests are required to have the AL HOSN UAE App installed on their mobile devices. Guests may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 350.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: AED 1299
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: AED 649 (from 6 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AED 130 per person
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: AED 100 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: AED 100 per night (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: AED 1020 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: AED 20.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 350.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Anantara Desert Islands
Anantara Desert Islands Resort
Desert Islands Hotel
Anantara Desert Islands Sir Bani Yas Island
Desert Islands Resort
Desert Islands Resort Anantara
Desert Islands Hotel
Desert Islands Resort And Spa By Anantara
Desert Islands & By Anantara
Anantara Desert Islands Resort Spa
Desert Islands Resort Spa by Anantara
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara Hotel
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara?

As of 10 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara on 11 Mar 2025 start from AU$500.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AED 1020 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara located?

Located in Sir Bani Yas Island, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district, 1 mi (1.7 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Beach, and 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Sir Bani Yas Island Pier.

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Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aimen

The Safari was really fun and the rooms were extremely clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew

Long drive but well worth the visit, we really enjoyed the tour of the game park by car and by foot, and the spa was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

abudaqqa

Amazing staff, service and experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kinan

Wonderful island and hotel
Fantastic experience overall. The kids enjoyed the activities, swimming pool and the mini kids club 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tybano

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Qyu

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Juan

Un fin de semana maravilloso
El lugar es bonito pero el hotel debería reformarse un poco ya que algunas instalaciones se ven viejas. El personal en especial Aida maravilloso. El safari es fantástico así como el resto de actividades. Pero parte de las instalaciones como la ducha de la piscina que no funcionaba, luces del baño que no van, y algun que otro detalle deslucen un poco la experiencia. El spa es muy bueno y el servicio tambien.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wiktor

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celestina

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

OSCAR

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wanjoo

Amenable staff, clean and spacious room condition, and nice swimming pool for kids. Worthy of staying with kids.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Equipe mal preparada / poucos carros
Recepção e lobby na travessa sem nenhuma estrutura de lanches ( somente refrigerante e agua) esperamos la 2 horas sem nada pra comer. O hotel é lindo mas a limpeza deixou muito a desejar principalmente na area externa no restaurante do cafe da manhã. Poucos funcionários . A equipe do Lobby ( recepcionista)deixando muito a desejar, nao são cordiais / péssima experiência. Poucos carros para locomover na ilha, sendo que tivemos que esperar muito pela locomoção .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Syed

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Must stay once in a life time !!!!
Best ever ..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

The property made you feel like you were anywhere except the desert. The staff was the most courteous and professional group of employees that I have experienced in my vast amount of travel. Thank you for the BEST staycation ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

素晴らしい！ 秘境感と食事、部屋のおもてなしが良い。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yulia

Дикий восторг!!!!
Еще на берегу начинается отдых, тебя встречает ресепшн, с удобными диванами, кофе/печеньками - где можешь скоротать время в ожидании своего бота. Сервис в отеле выше всяких похвал - индивидуальный сопровождающий, который рассказывает, что есть в отеле, где проходит завтрак, где пляж, и далее к нему можно обращаться в течении всего отдыха. Хочу Марии сказать огромное спасибо - она во всем нем помогла! Номер - нам отель сделал комплимент, улучшил наш номер на номер с видом на море и бассейн. По приезду встречает в номере ваза с фруктами и конфетками. Есть капсульная кофе-машина, с хорошим кофе, всегда можно попросить попольнить (но и без просьб пополняли). Есть вечерняя подготовка ко сну - на тумбочку ставят водичку со стаканом, тапочки около кровати. Завтраки - отличные, есть все, и все о-очень вкусное. Омлет или яичницу заказываешь и тебе ее приносят по готовности. Тоже самое с напитками. Бассейн красиво оформлен, служащий у бассейна полотенца разложит, зонтик поправит, чтобы лежак всегда был в тени, только выходишь из бассейна или моря, сразу несет тебе холодную бутылочку воды. Приблизительно раз в час подойдет с прохладными, вкуснопахнущими полотенчиками освежиться. В общем, сервис на высоте. Пляж - пустынный, с великолепной бирюзовой водичкой. Тоже с таким же сервисом. Одно но, до пляжа идти минуты 3, но по горячему по песку, с какими-то камнями (без тапочек не вариант, и в сланцах не удобно) и по какой-то не живописной дорожке... Но мы ходили! Обожаю море!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

saeed

ممتاز و رائع
ممتاز و رائع
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

HASAN

يستحق الاقامة في هذا الفندق وانصح به
الاقامة كانت جميلة وكنت سعيد مع عائلتي
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019