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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, United Arab Emirates

The resort is surrounded by huge ochre coloured dunes on both sides and a large valley/wadi offers truly amazing views.


Archaeological research has identified human habitation in the area surrounding Qasr Al Sarab dating back 9,000 years ago. The resort is about a 90 minute drive from Abu Dhabi city and the international airport.

A range of experiences allow guests to immerse themselves in local culture and learn a little about the area and the people who used to live here (there are still Bedouins in the Liwa desert!). From star gazing, to archery, camel riding, early morning desert walks and desert discovery to dinner in a Bedouin tent. Against a backdrop of vast dunes enjoy Emirati cuisine in a traditional (and authentic) Bedouin tent.

Qasr Al Sarab offers a range of rooms and villas, many with beautiful private pools, terraces and all with amazing views of the dunes (the dune nearby is 60m high!) and of course the valley and watering hole. The resort also has large meeting facilities with a ballroom that seats 250 people comfortably. Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort, tennis courts etc.

ACCOLADES & ARTICLES

Read CNN article: The Last Resort

ACCOMMODATIONS

10 royal villas
42 villas
154 hotel rooms

Villas range from 1 to 3 bedrooms.

EXPLORE

Qasr Al Sarab by Anantara is actually adjacent to a 9000sq km nature reserve! In collaboration with the environmental authorities of the UAE, Qasr Al Sarab will be home to free-roaming desert fauna like the Arabian Oryx, Arabian Mountain Gazelle and Arabian Hare. A watering hole just below the resort allows guests to become a part of their natural habitat and viewing the animals at sunset will be a memorable experience.

AIRPORT

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

AIRPORT DISTANCE

90 minutes

GETTING THERE

The resort is about a 90 minute drive from Abu Dhabi city and the international airport.


 

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