Within the sanctuary of a protected nature reserve, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is a unique remote getaway just 45 minutes from Dubai. Ideal for families and travelers seeking a remote getaway, the private resort offers adventure and tranquility combined in a tranquil desert oasis. Intimate pool villas, world-class destination dining, an award-winning hydrotherapy spa and an extensive range of family-friendly and outdoor activities add a luxurious touch to a traditional desert experience. Desert explorers and affluent travelers alike appreciate the beautiful surroundings and immersion in the traditional Bedouin lifestyle while still enjoying creature comforts. Each one of the 100 villas feature a private pool and deck terrace complete with sun loungers, spacious bedroom and cozy seating area, fully-stocked mini bar and tea/coffee maker, spacious bathroom with luxury Asprey® amenities, complimentary WiFi and LCD TV. An award-winning well-being experience awaits at Ritz-Carlton Al Wadi Desert, featuring the region’s only Rainforest circuit and a range of custom-made treatments for a journey complementing serenity and tranquility. Complimentary fitness club is available for guests and visitors. 3 restaurants and 1 rooftop lounge highlight the best of local and international cuisine in a stylish environment. From a private dinner on the dunes under the starry sky or at the top of an ancient watchtower, to international and Indian cuisine at Kaheela, Moroccan cuisine at Moorish or signature steakhouse Farmhouse, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert enlivens the senses. Connecting nature and culture is the pinnacle of the 500 hectares nature reserve. Guests at the resort can enjoy a daily falconry show, nature walks, archery, and other family-friendly outdoor activities including horse-riding, and encounters with Arabian Oryx, sand and Arabian gazelles, camels, horses, among the wildlife. Kids are entertained at the Ritz Kids Club, featuring an outdoor playground, an expert team at hand, and daily activities such as archery, pony riding, and initiation to nature, owl interaction and nature walks.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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The Ritz-Carlton Company, L.L.C
Hotel chain/brand
The Ritz-Carlton Company, L.L.C

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Spa

Playground

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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    EarthCheck Certified
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Ras al Khaimah

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Raul
    Portugal Portugal
    Surrounded by this beautiful desert reserve the villas are probably one of the best i ever stayed. Breakfast buffet is also top notch.
  • Benjamin
    Austria Austria
    It’s beautiful and there are Oryx and Gazelles everywhere on the property and around your pool. The tent villas are incredible and so peaceful i didn’t want to leave. Breakfast buffet was exceptional.
  • Tariq
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Facilities, villas , restaurants, service , location and scenery
  • Myriam
    Belgium Belgium
    Everything was extraordinary, nothing negative to mention
  • Patricia
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Our stay at The Ritz-Carlton Al Wadi Desert was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived to the time we left, we were treated with exceptional care. The peaceful atmosphere and the warm, approachable, and welcoming staff made our experience...
  • Ahmed
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Everything is great , staff is great and kind - special thanks to Amr as he was so kind with kids
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    Gorgeous location, private and calm. Staff lovely (particularly buggy drivers and room service staff). Rooms and bathrooms spacious and comfortable. Very nice!!
  • Zehra
    Turkey Turkey
    The staff and managers are really kind and nice also they upgraded my room cause I had some problems. Nature is nice and animals are so lovely. The restaurant is perfect.
  • Saima
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Everything, friendliness of all the valet, receptionists and care takers. Decor of rooms and delicious varied breakfasts
  • Anastasiia
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Everything was on the top! This hotel is amazing! Excellent food, service, facility, territory, staff! Definitely get back

Area info

Restaurants
4 Restaurants On Site

  • Farmhouse
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Kaheela Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Indian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
  • Moorish
    • Cuisine
      Moroccan
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
  • Moon Bar
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • 4 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Pool view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Kids' club
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Playground

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Spa

  • Kids' pool
  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • 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
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center

Languages Spoken

  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Italian
  • Dutch

House rules
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
AED 400 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Breakfast will be served at the esteemed Kaheela Restaurant

Please be advised that, in compliance with local regulations, you are required to present either your original National ID, GCC ID, or passport, along with a valid contact number for check-in

Please note that a driving license is not accepted as a valid form of identification for check-in.

For your convenience, we kindly ask that you refrain from bringing cooked food, cooking utensils, raw ingredients, alcohol, or Sheesha into the resort, as these items are not permitted on the property.

Additionally, please be aware of a tourism fee of 20 AED per bedroom, per night, which is payable directly at the hotel.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert."

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert