Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort
Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort
- View
- Garden
- Swimming Pool
- BBQ facilities
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Free parking
- Bath
- Air conditioning
Experience world-class service at Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort
Serenely set within the Liwa Desert, this secluded retreat with stylish desert castle décor offers a breathtaking panorama. It also features an outdoor pool, spa and a gym. Qasr Al Sarab’s accommodation features luxury fibres and earthy hues. All rooms have sliding glass doors opening to a terrace with desert views. They offer a deep soaking bath, rain shower and a pillow menu. The hotel’s Desert Excursion Centre organises camel treks, dune bashing and desert walks. The Anantara Qasr Al Sarab also offers a tennis court and a kid’s club for younger guests.Added activities include horse riding, archery and mountain biking, After a day of desert exploration, the outdoor pool surrounded with sun loungers and palm trees offers refreshment. Alternatively, guests can enjoy a relaxing massage at the Anantara Spa or try the authentic hammam. Anantara’s Al Waha restaurant serves fine Arabic cuisine, while food at the Suhail is French inspired. Light meals are served at Ghadeer restaurant, featuring an island setting accessible via bridges. This desert resort is a 2-hour drive from Abu Dhabi and offers free parking and free Wi-Fi.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- 6 restaurants
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 1 large double bed Bedroom 3 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed |
SustainabilityThis property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Green Growth 2050
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Guests who stayed here loved
Tania
Portugal“The place itself, the hotel, the design of the spaces—down to the smallest details like the pillows and the keepsake bracelets—these things are simply stunning!”
Leilani
United Arab Emirates“The resort itself is beautiful, a good balance of tasteful design and opulence whilst retaining warmth and comfort. There is a great variety of amenities, facilities and activities. All the staff are super attentive, welcoming and professional and...”
Nezar
Kuwait“we were completely captivated by the breathtaking beauty of the desert and the serene, luxurious atmosphere. What truly made our stay exceptional was the impeccable service. The staff was not only professional but went above and beyond to make...”- Klemets
Sweden“We stayed in the private villa. Best resort/hotel I’ve ever been at! Exceeded my expectations. Buggy ride available at all time. Food was amazing. Breakfast was amazing, especially their speciality French toast.” 
Frances
Switzerland“The location was just amazing. Being in the desert we loved it. The sunrise, sunset and pools all look amazing. The hotel does events like sunset walks, coffee tasting, cinema evenings which are all free and great. Thank you for the honeymoon...”
Nicola
United Kingdom“Amazing service ! Exceptional hotel ! Loved it. The staff went beyond to accommodate us.”- Lim
Singapore“I liked that is was truly in the desert and remote which made the experience magical. What made it special was the staff. I lost my mobile phone during a dune buggy ride and when I thought all was lost, dune guide Tabish and security Bisal went...” - Gregory
Germany“The staff were exceptionally helpful and supportive. They truly help to make it a memorable experience. The hotel itself, and the location are simply something that needs to be experienced.” 
Salomé
France“Fantastic and unique experience! Everything was perfect (location, view, villa, services, people, food etc).”
Mohamed United Arab Emirates“Beautiful setting and hotel. Staff went the extra mile. Our butler Arun was exceptional and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was exceptional.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants6 restaurants on site
- Al Waha
- CuisineMiddle Eastern • International
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
- Suhail
- CuisineSteakhouse
- Open forDinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal
- Al Falaj
- CuisineMiddle Eastern
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsHalal
- Ghadeer
- CuisineMediterranean
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
- Al Liwan
- CuisineMiddle Eastern • International
- Open forLunch • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
- Pool Bar
- CuisineMediterranean • International
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
Resort facilities of Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert ResortGreat facilities! Review score, 9.5
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- 6 restaurants
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
- Landmark view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- ArcheryAdditional charge
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Tennis equipmentAdditional charge
- Kids' club
- Horse ridingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- HikingAdditional charge
- Table tennis
- Children's playground
- Games room
- Tennis court
Living Area
- Sofa
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Fruits
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Pants press
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
Languages spoken
- Afrikaans
- Arabic
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Hindi
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Malayalam
- Dutch
- Russian
- Tamil
- Thai
- Filipino
- Urdu
- Vietnamese
- Chinese
House rulesAnantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
For stays over 31 December, there will be a compulsory Gala dinner supplement of starting from AED 1,650 per adult and AED 825 per child (6-11 years). When booking 9 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Please note the property does not accept drones onsite. Credit cardholder must match guest name or provide authorization. Children are not allowed to stay in Royal Pavilion Villas.
We are currently upgrading our desert palace, building several new leisure and dining facilities. While we strive to minimise any disruptions during this period of enhancement, please note that there may be temporary inconveniences in certain areas of the resort from now until October 2024. We sincerely appreciate your kind understanding during this time of transformation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
