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
18 Oct 2026
From 15:00
Check-out
21 Oct 2026
Until 12:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights
Facilities with additional charges
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
24 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
Dbt · Dx Wv
Sleeps 1–6
Dbt · Pe Wv
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
+ 12 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel
Location
P.O. Box 12452 Al Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Island
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.
What guests say
4.5
1,533 reviews on Tripadvisor
#3 of 3 hotels in Sir Bani Yas Island
Travelers Choice 2026
Travelers Choice 2025
Rated by travellers
Location4.6
Sleep Quality4.6
Rooms4.5
Service4.5
Value4.0
Cleanliness4.6
Rating breakdown
Excellent1,043
Very good279
Average128
Poor50
Terrible33
A
“A perfect Getaway”
abdullaalbani · Guri, Gyeonggi-do · Jun 2026 · Couples trip
A very perfect getaway to enjoy with your partner and family. The rooms are clean and the place is magical. I highly recommend the safari activity that takes you around the beautiful sights in the island surrounded by the animals roaming freely.
I also recommend to try Savana restaurant where it has the African vi…
I expected more from the Anantara hotel. Our room was damp smelling mold. The breakfast was ok but not too much option. For dinner we visited the restaurant and this was a horrible full of smoke, the waiter's made a lot of mistake and they weren't so kind.
The good thinks was the safari we could see a lot of…
Horrible.
Outdated rooms and facilities, thin walls that you hear your neighbour as if he's in your room, guest relations never picking up, restaurant with super slow service, small inside area where only few tables fit and we had to stay with a 3 month old baby in 40 degrees waiting 45 mins for food, tables are sup…
How much does a night at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa cost?
Prices change with your dates, room type and board basis. Pick your dates on this page to see live rates for every room at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa — most rooms come with free cancellation, and first-time guests get an extra welcome discount with the coupon code shown at checkout.
Where is Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa located and what is nearby?
Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa is located at P.O. Box 12452 Al Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Island.
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.
Does Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa have Wi-Fi?
Yes — Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa lists Wi-Fi among its facilities. The property lists this as free.
Does Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa have a swimming pool?
Yes — Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa lists Outdoor freshwater pool. Opening hours are set by the hotel and can vary by season.
Does Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa offer an airport shuttle?
Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa lists an airport shuttle. The property lists this as free. Shuttles usually need booking in advance — ask us and we'll request it with your reservation.
Is there a gym at Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa?
Yes — Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa lists Gym. The property lists this as free.
Is Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa wheelchair accessible?
Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa lists wheelchair-accessible facilities. Accessibility varies room by room, so tell us what you need and we will confirm the specific room with the property before you pay.
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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