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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is a luxurious oasis that offers an unforgettable getaway. Unwind with a rejuvenating spa treatment, take in breathtaking views from the terrace, or indulge in delicious meals at one of the 5 on-site restaurants. With yoga classes, horseback riding activities and high-speed WiFi to stay connected.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 5 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Free babysitting
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
$347 nightly
The total price is $365
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Work meets leisure
From business meetings to hot stone massages, this hotel balances productivity and relaxation. Tennis courts and 24-hour room service complete the experience.
A foodie's paradise
Dive into culinary bliss at 5 restaurants and a stylish bar. This hotel offers a buffet breakfast alongside intimate private dining for couples.
Spa sanctuary escape
A full-service spa offers body treatments, facials, and massages daily. Relaxation continues in the sauna, hot tub, and garden after yoga classes.

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Royal Villa, Private Pool (Pavilion)

  • Desert view
  • 1399 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • Desert view
  • 2045 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access (Anantara) | Exterior

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access (Anantara)

  • Desert view
  • 2260 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Terrace | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Terrace

  • Desert view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool ( Anantara )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 1399 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite ( Anantara )

  • Desert view
  • 1141 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Qasr Al Sarab Road, Liwa Desert, Al Mirayr, Abu Dhabi, 131277

Getting around

  • Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) - 153 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Suhail - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Al Falaj - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ghadeer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Al Waha - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Deadline Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

Bring the kids when you stay at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or facials, and Al Waha, one of 5 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a health club.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 205 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Free babysitting
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Free children's club
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, up to 77 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls, off-leash area, and litter boxes available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free babysitting

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Archery
  • Mountain biking
  • Safari
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 15 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2009
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet (surcharge)
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Thai massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Al Waha - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Suhail - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Ghadeer - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Al Falaj - This theme restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Al Liwan - This coffee shop serves light fare only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Growth 2050, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: AED 2127
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: AED 875 (from 6 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for AED 100 per night (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AED 164 for adults and AED 82 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AED 900 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 15 2026 to April 22 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Breakfast
  • Business center
  • Children's club
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Recreation facilities
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Spa/Beauty services
  • Supervised childcare
  • Tennis courts

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.

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, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Mobile payment options include: Alipay.

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.

Also known as

Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort

Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort Mahdar Bin Usayyan

Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Mahdar Bin Usayyan

Anantara Qasr al Sarab sert M

Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Hotel

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Mahdar Bin Usayyan

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Hotel Mahdar Bin Usayyan

Frequently asked questions

Does Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. One of the pools will be unavailable from April 15 2026 to April 22 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a maximum weight of 77 lbs per pet. Dog exercise areas, food and water bowls, and litter boxes are available.

Is parking offered on site at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. The parking area will be unavailable from April 15 2026 to April 22 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is airport shuttle service offered by Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is AED 900 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge.

What is there to do at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, mountain biking, and archery and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga and a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from April 15 2026 to April 22 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

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Reviews

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was a nice place to relax with sunbeds, cabanas, and a decent selection at the pool bar. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

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Young IL, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing resort! The facilities are beautiful and very comfortable, everything is perfectly maintained. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, and the service is flawless from start to finish. The desert activities are fantastic and well organized. The food is delicious, varied, and high quality. An unforgettable experience — would definitely come back!
Paulo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best hotels I ever stayed. The suite was amazing. Services, staff, hospitality, quality, breakfast, tours, everything absolutely impeccable and worth it.
Lucas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing desert resort hotel in the most amazing location amongst rolling sand dunes.. staff are really friendly and attentive and the quality of the restaurant and food are exceptional. If you want a luxury desert experience this one of the best…
Graham, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location. Other worldly. Incredible friendly and competent staff. Will be back again
Kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly beautiful facility. Great scenery. Great staff. Great activities
Conor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous Resort

The food was excellent! The facilities were wonderful! The location is spectacular! The car service from Dubai to the desert resort, and then from the resort to Abu Dhabi was first rate. We loved our three nights there!
Full moon magic!
Infinity pool…adults only.
Falcon and his trainer.
The family pool.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely awesome stay. Would recommend this hotel to anyone who wants a unique, memorable and luxurious experience. The staff are wonderful and the experience can’t be beat. The scenery and location of the hotel are stunning.
Jara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was beautiful, staff very nice and ready to help. We met Andres the chef from one of the restaurants, very nice, he took the time to show us around the hotel and beauty of it. Food was good, service at the pool, excellent.
Felipe, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Most amazing place that we have been . Everything and everyone are excellent.
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, unique, excellent service
Jing Hua, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

One hour to check-in, nobody explained us anything about dining options and activities.
Vincent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel at the desert , luxury pool everything is fantastic
Leonel, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

one of the best places you could ever stay
Matthew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional
Lance, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel for a perfect retreat!
Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great way to visit the desert

Lovely hotel, one of the best experiences in my life, and this hotel have it all
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic staff, super welcoming and always one step ahead. We’ve had the chance to interact with several staff members, all super lovely people who made our stay special. Everything was truly spotless. Services, amenities and foo & beverage can be more expensive, but the resort is quite niche in a remote location. So probably expected
Luca, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place

We have had such a fantastic stay at Qasr al Sarab - beautifully located in the Desert and everything fulfilled our expectations and dreams
Karin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alles was perfect in dit resort 10/10
Matthias, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A Must-Visit, truly exceptional.

A magical enchanting desert resort with a truly fantastic and welcome team.
Mario, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and unique setting
Paola, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous and serene desert oasis.
Tatiana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Have been 5 times and am consistently impressed. Nothing is too much trouble. A must stay.
Lynette P, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome experience and truly peaceful
Adwaita, 1-night trip