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Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort

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Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Mahdar Bin Usayyan with spa and safari

9.6/10 Exceptional

562 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport transfer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
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1 Qasr Al Sarab Road, Liwa Desert, Mahdar Bin Usayyan, 131277
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 5 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Free babysitting
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
For families
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Children's club (free)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Room options

About this area

Getting around

  • Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.) - 127 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Suhail - 3 min walk
  • Al Waha - 3 min walk
  • Al Falaj - 8 min walk
  • Al Liwan - 3 min walk
  • Kids club Qasr alsarab - 10 min walk
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About this property

Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort

A great choice for a stay in Mahdar Bin Usayyan, Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort features a free kids' club and offers an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for AED 900 per vehicle. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps or facials, and Al Waha, one of 5 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar and a health club are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Social distancing

Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 205 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until 5:30 AM
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 21
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • All guests are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in. A valid passport with UAE entry stamp, UAE Emirates ID, and GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) ID are accepted.
  • Due to COVID-19, guests are encouraged to submit their ID to the property in advance of arrival.
  • Guests are required to have the AL HOSN UAE App installed on their mobile devices. Guests may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21

Children

  • Free babysitting
  • Supervised childcare*
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site parking only available on request
  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • BBQs
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free babysitting

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Safari
  • Horse riding/hire

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 15 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2009
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Languages

  • Arabic
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • English
  • Filipino
  • French
  • German
  • Hindi
  • Indonesian
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Vietnamese

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Thai massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Al Waha – This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Suhail – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Ghadeer – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: AED 1090
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: AED 545 (from 5 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • Wired Internet access is available in guest rooms for AED 100 per night (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AED 164 for adults and AED 82 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AED 900 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings, and can be accessed from outside the building via exterior corridors.

Policies

<p>The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.</p><p>Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.</p> <p>Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on site.</p> <p>Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.</p> <p>The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.</p><p>This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.</p> <p>Mobile payment options include: Alipay.</p>
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

Also known as

Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort
Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort Mahdar Bin Usayyan
Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Mahdar Bin Usayyan
Anantara Qasr al Sarab sert M
Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert
Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort Hotel
Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort Mahdar Bin Usayyan
Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort Hotel Mahdar Bin Usayyan

Frequently asked questions

Does Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is AED 900 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as horse riding, mountain biking and archery and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga and a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort?
Yes, there are 5 on-site restaurants.
Does Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.7/10

Cleanliness

9.5/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.1/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Anders, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sweta, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This property is truly unique. I don't think I have ever stayed in a 5 star hotel with such exceptional service from every single member of staff. Truly outstanding. Farhan my "butler" was incredibly responsive and attentive to requests to make dinner, spa and activity reservations and the dune bashing with Saleem was just an incredible experience. I cannot recommend this hotel highly enough. The pool area and swim up bar is amazing, I didn't want to leave and 4 nights felt like I'd been there for over a week. So relaxing. If I was being very (very) picky, and as a point of feedback for improvement, I'd say the food was pretty good (but not amazing) for a 5 star property - particularly in the Suhail restaurant which is very expensive. Nothing bad, just room for improvement in terms of the quality. The gym facility is also awesome, as is the spa. An amazingly good massage. Just what was needed after a long flight. thank you to all - I hope to be back!
Louise, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Carolyn, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best desert hotel in the UAE
Fantastic service, fantastic location, fantastic hotel. Without a doubt the best desert hotel in the UAE. An incredible and unique experience that made my birthday weekend there unforgettable.
Kyle, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Zhu, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

SOOGYEONG, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

High End but Bulldozers Disturbing the Peace
Perfect service. Very nice hotel. Outstanding breakfast buffet on the plus side. Very disappointing to have noisy bulldozers, cranes, trucks and neon-lights in full view where you´d expect a quiet desert during the day-time and in the evening.
Stefan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice experience to stay inside the Arabian Desert. Great facility surrounded by the beautiful golden and reddish sand dunes.
Ziad, 3-night family trip
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