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4*-star property · Sir Bani Yas Island

Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa

P.O. Box 12452 Al Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Island

4* star rating 4*-star
Instant confirmation AED · taxes included
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Gym
Air conditioning in Restaurant
Bar
Newspapers
About this hotel

Located on the natural island of Sir Bani Yas, the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara invites you to explore the wonders of an oasis in Abu Dhabi. After a day encountering exotic wildlife, retreat to the secluded luxury of Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara. Intimate walled tropical gardens surround the resort's free-form infinity-edge swimming pool. Contemporary design and natural beauty fuse to evoke Arab…

Located on the natural island of Sir Bani Yas, the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara invites you to explore the wonders of an oasis in Abu Dhabi. After a day encountering exotic wildlife, retreat to the secluded luxury of Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara. Intimate walled tropical gardens surround the resort's free-form infinity-edge swimming pool. Contemporary design and natural beauty fuse to evoke Arabian mystique. The resort is located 8 kilometres off the coast of Abu Dhabi which is a 20 minute journey by boat from Jebel Dhanna Jetty. In order to guarantee a seat on the boat, kindly contact the resort directly and provide reservation number for reference and resort will assist to reserve the seat. Daily departure from Jebel Dhanna Jetty to Sir Bani Yas Island: 12 PM, 3 PM, 6 PM and 11 PM. Additionally only on Fridays 10:30 AM. Daily departure from Sir Bani Yas Island: 9 AM, 1 PM, 4 PM, 8 PM. Please note that the boat transfers are subject to availability, weather conditions and clearance from Abu Dhabi Ports Authority.

Your stay
Check-in
22 Aug 2026
15:00–00:00
Check-out
25 Aug 2026
12:00–12:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Sailing charge applies Archery charge applies Horse riding charge applies Car park charge applies Cycling / mountain biking charge applies Day-care centre charge applies Projector charge applies
Amenities & services

67 facilities across 9 categories.

Facilities
26
  • Clothes dryer
  • Private beach area
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Luggage room
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wi-fi
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Bellboy service
  • Car park
  • Newspapers
  • Multilingual staff
  • Babysitting service
  • Day-care centre
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Concierge
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
  • Newspaper stand
  • Garden
  • Shop
Entertainment
8
  • TV lounge
  • Parasols
  • Sun loungers
  • Children’s swimming area (1)
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
  • Children playground
  • Kids’ club
  • Game room
Catering
7
  • Café
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Smoking area
  • Restaurant (3)
  • Non-smoking area
Meals
7
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Snacks
  • Full board
  • Half Board
Sports
7
  • Sailing
  • Diving
  • Fitness
  • Archery
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling / mountain biking
  • Tennis
Health
5
  • Spa centre
  • Massage
  • Steam bath
  • Spa treatments
  • Hot tub
Business
4
  • Meeting room
  • Projector
  • Conference room
  • Business centre
Location
2
  • Number of floors (main building) (4)
  • Total number of rooms (64)
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Room types at this hotel

23 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · Dx Vm
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Dx Wv
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Gv
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Pe Vm
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Pe Wv
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–6
Roo · Dx Gv
Sleeps 1–10
Roo · Dx Vm
Sleeps 1–10
Roo · Dx Wv
Sleeps 1–10
Roo · Pe Vm
Sleeps 1–10
Single · Dx Gv
Sleeps 1
Single · Dx Vm
Sleeps 1

+ 11 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

P.O. Box 12452 Al Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Island

Good to know
House rules
  • Check-in15:00–00:00
  • Check-out12:00–12:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa accepts MasterCard, Visa. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa offer?

Key amenities at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Gym, Air conditioning in Restaurant, Bar. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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