Located in the Liwa Desert about two hours outside of Abu Dhabi, the five-pearl Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is a peaceful escape located in the middle of sprawling red sand dunes. The classic Arabian architecture and upscale vibe gives it a royal feel, as do the spacious 206 rooms which feature flat-screen TVs and DVD players along with deep-soaking tubs and separate showers. There's a large outdoor pool surrounded by abundant lounge chairs and palm trees framed by desert views beyond. A fitness center, a full-service spa with a variety of treatments, and three restaurants are also on-site. The hotel can organize desert excursions, including camel treks. Note rooms are cheaper in the summer months, when the desert can get unbearably hot.
Located in the Liwa Desert about two hours outside of Abu Dhabi, the five-pearl Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is a peaceful escape located in the middle of sprawling red sand dunes. The classic Arabian architecture and upscale vibe gives it a royal feel, as do the spacious 206 rooms which feature flat-screen TVs and DVD players along with deep-soaking tubs and separate showers. There's a large outdoor pool surrounded by abundant lounge chairs and palm trees framed by desert views beyond. A fitness center, a full-service spa with a variety of treatments, and three restaurants are also on-site. The hotel can organize desert excursions, including camel treks. Note rooms are cheaper in the summer months, when the desert can get unbearably hot.
Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort is an all-inclusive luxury resort that caters to families and couples. The 218 rooms are exceptionally spacious with flat-screen TVs, minibars, kettles, and marble bathrooms -- some have balconies and ocean views. With a pool, beachfront location, nine restaurants, hot breakfast, spa, and gym, the property offers all the amenities expected of a beach resort. The hotel’s beach and water, however, are subject to oil spills, and there are generally long queues to register and get a table in the restaurants. As an alternative, the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort is closer to Dubai’s main attractions, but on a quieter stretch of the beach.
Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort is an all-inclusive luxury resort that caters to families and couples. The 218 rooms are exceptionally spacious with flat-screen TVs, minibars, kettles, and marble bathrooms -- some have balconies and ocean views. With a pool, beachfront location, nine restaurants, hot breakfast, spa, and gym, the property offers all the amenities expected of a beach resort. The hotel’s beach and water, however, are subject to oil spills, and there are generally long queues to register and get a table in the restaurants. As an alternative, the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort is closer to Dubai’s main attractions, but on a quieter stretch of the beach.