This luxury resort on Sir Bani Yas Island is just steps from a wildlife sanctuary. It features a spa with massage services and an infinity pool with panoramic Arabian Gulf views.
The 5-star Desert Islands Resort & Spa offers rooms with luxury bedding and parquet floors. Each room includes free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a minibar. Some rooms feature sea views and terraces with direct access to the swimming pool.
The restaurant Samak offers candle-lit dinners and international cuisine prepared on an open grill. The resort also has a lounge bar with panoramic sea views and a pool bar with sun loungers and umbrellas.
Desert Islands Resort guests can play a game of tennis, or visit the Anantara Spa, which has a sauna and hot tub. The resort has a children’s club and 2 shops that sell local fabrics, clothing, and international reading material.
Desert Islands Resort & Spa is located adjacent to a lagoon. Nearby leisure activities include snorkeling, guided nature walks, and bird watching.
Important informationSome nationalities can get an entry permit stamped in their passport upon arrival at the airport. Please check your visa requirements before travelling.
Boat timings departure from Mainland to Hotel.
Every hour start from 10:45 hrs till 17:45 hrs.
Early check in is subject to availability.
Boat timings from the Hotel Island to mainland.
Every hour start from 10:15 hrs till 17:15 hrs.
Late check out is subject to availability.
Please note that there is a compulsory gala dinner on the 31st of December (AED 999 per person).
Deluxe Room with Sea View
Offer views over the sea from a private balcony.
Deluxe Pool Access Room
Feature private ground-floor terraces with direct access to the swimming pool.
Junior Suite
Offer separate living and bedroom areas, as well as a kitchenette and a private sea-facing balcony.
Beach Villa
Surrounded by tropical gardens, each villa features a private splash pool and direct access to the beach.
Deluxe Club Room
Features a private balcony or terrace with sea views. Also includes:
- Evening happy hour (soft drinks, beer, house wine, canapés) from 17:30 hours to 19:00 hours, including wine tasting with a sommelier;
- Tea, coffee and cookies all day in the Lounge; and
- Basic laundry service.
Please note: Basic laundry service does not include the \'Express\' service.
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled or modified up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled or modified later, 100 percent of the first night will be charged.
In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
All children are welcome.
One child under 12 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.
One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot.
One older child or adult is charged AED 350 per night and person in an extra bed.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy
100 percent of the first night will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Other
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.