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Sprawled on the pristine Middle Eastern coast of Ras Al Khaimah is the luxurious Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort. Surrounded by thriving natural mangroves alive with colourful wildlife, this peaceful resort is perfect for a family adventure.
Why you'll love it here
- Enjoy plenty of family fun with an array of activities and clubs for both younger kids and teens
- Relax in the only overwater villas in Ras Al Khaimah, with awe-inspiring views of the ocean or mangroves
- Rejuvenate with traditional Thai healing and wellness treatments from the supreme Anantara Spa
- Take it easy on the beachfront or explore the mangroves by kayak to spot the array of birds
Samantha
Travel Specialist
Included in your holiday
- Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
- Transfers to and from your hotel
- All flight luggage allowances
- Personal concierge service
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- Full ATOL protection
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Nestled between golden sands, azure-blue waters and protected natural mangroves, this welcoming eco sanctuary offers a playground in the heart of its ruggedly beautiful landscape. Soak up laid-back coastal living in the Middle East with long days of glorious sun and the inviting waters of the Persian Gulf on your doorstep.
As the first resort in Ras Al Khaimah to feature overwater villas, you’re in the perfect place to be close with nature. Spend your mornings gazing across the sweeping ocean from your spacious villa before setting off to explore the mangroves when the tide recedes.
Whether you opt for a villa, suite or room, each airy accommodation offers plenty of room for all to comfortably relax. Revel in spacious luxury with every option, each boasting private balconies and terraces and accommodating families of up to two adults and two children.
This resort also offers an extensive list of watersports and land sports. Make the most of the warm gulf waters and enjoy thrilling motorised adventures from jet boarding to hoverboarding and many more. Or, enjoy more relaxed, non-motorised watersports such as kayaking and peddle boating, or take your own hired boat out for a spin. Alternatively, stay on land and enjoy the resort's facilities with beach volleyball, football and padel courts. Nearby, you can try out the world's fastest zipline, the Jebel Jais Zipline, board the 1,885m Jais Sledder toboggan, visit the abandoned pearling village of Al Jazirat Al Hamra or take a hot air balloon ride over the desert.
If you’re travelling with your little ones, allow them to spend a day in the kids’ or teens’ club that offers a wide range of activities including language learning classes. During this time, you can experience the healing powers of Thai wellness treatments at the iconic Anantara Spa. Refuel after it all with a delicious meal inspired by global cuisines at one of the three restaurants or three cafes and bars offering light bites.
Room Options
With 174 rooms, suites and overwater villas, there’s plenty of options to choose from that accommodates you and your family. All rooms and suites, plus two of the four overwater villas can sleep up to two adults and two children, and interconnecting rooms are available for larger groups. Find a private balcony or terrace in all accommodations to soak up the sea breeze.
Premier Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
The Premier Room is the standard room at this hotel. A luxurious retreat, this room offers mesmerising views of the pristine coast from your private balcony – the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee from your Espresso machine. This is excellent for families of two adults and two children.
Premier Garden Terrace Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Upgrade this room to a Premier Garden Terrace Room, where you can enjoy the same luxurious facilities for a family of four. However, you can overlook the stunning garden views from your own terrace. Watch the sunset from this prime spot before winding down with a soak in your bathtub. Connecting rooms are available with this upgrade.
Deluxe Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Indulge in the spacious luxury of this Deluxe Room, furnished with a luxurious king-sized and a private balcony. Perfect for two adults and two children, this refreshing room offers complete relaxation after a day of family fun.
Deluxe Garden Terrace Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Why not elevate the relaxing experience with an upgrade to the Deluxe Garden Terrace Room. Enjoy all the superb amenities that the Deluxe Room comes with, but an inviting garden-view terrace. Feel the welcoming ocean breeze wake you from your deep sleep, and enjoy a refreshing coffee from your own Espresso machine.
Deluxe Pool Front Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Relax in the soothing décor of this coastal-inspired room, boasting a pool-view terrace for the perfect lazy days. Interconnecting rooms are available for bigger groups travelling together.
Deluxe Beach Front Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Spend your mornings waking up to the alluring sounds of the ocean with this Deluxe Room boasting beachfront views and direct access to the beach. Enjoy the fresh ocean air from your sea-view terrace, paired with a refreshing coffee from your Espresso machine.
Deluxe Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Upgrade to the Deluxe Suite for luxurious comfort. This suite boasts unrivalled ocean views, a welcoming bathtub to wash off the fun at the beach and a Smart TV for lazy evenings with your family. Connecting rooms are available for this suite if you’re travelling with a big group.
Deluxe Garden Terrace Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Lose yourself in luxury living at this Deluxe Garden Terrace Suite, where you have plenty of space and a private terrace overlooking the tranquil garden. Spend well-earnt family time in your separate living space to wind down with a movie after a day of endless fun.
Peninsula Sea View Pool Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Boasting endless views of azure waters, an inviting private pool, a spacious walk-in wardrobe and more superb features, the Peninsula Sea View Pool Villa takes luxury living to the next level. If you choose this villa, you can enjoy a complimentary 60-minute massage, a three-course set menu in any of the restaurants and a dedicated villa host available to take care of all your needs.
Over Water Pool Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Enjoy a private pool, separate living room, a walk-in wardrobe and the same indulgent inclusions as the Peninsula Sea View Pool Villa at this exquisite villa. The Over Warer Pool Villa is Ras Al Khaimah’s first over-water accommodation, boasting alluring views of the ocean, especially when the tide recedes, and you can witness the swirling patterns of the mangroves.
Two Bedroom Anantara Over Water Pool Villa
Excellent for larger families, the Two Bedroom Anantara Over Water Villa provides an idyllic, spacious terrace, an inviting living room equipped with a Smart TV and stunning views of the sweeping ocean. With a stay in the villa, you’re entitled to a 60-minute massage, a beach barbecue dinner, a Spice Spoons cooking class and a dedicated Villa Host to take care of all your needs.
Two Bedroom Royal Over Water Pool Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
The Two Bedroom Royal Over Water Pool Villa is ideal for families looking to escape the bustle of life and hide away in sun-drenched bliss. Enjoy lounging on the sundeck, soak up the laid-back island atmosphere on your terrace and dive into your private pool for some well-earnt family time. Indulge in all the same inclusions that also come with the Two Bedroom Anantara Over Water Pool Villa.Facilities/Amenities
- Accessible accommodation
- Interconnecting rooms
- Spa/wellness
- Overwater villas
- Swimming pool
- Gym/fitness centre
- Motorised watersports
- Kids’ club
- Teens’ club
- 24-hour babysitting service
Restaurants & Bars
Whether you're seeking an exquisite family meal or romantic dining, you can experience gourmet excellence coupled with the divine views of the ocean. From Mediterranean to Oriental and more, indulge in flavours that refuel you and excite your tastebuds. Find light bites all day long, and enjoy private, candle-lit dining with your feet in the sand with the signature private dining experience. Alternatively, you can order room service for lazy mornings and evenings away from the hustle and bustle.
Beach House
Delve into true Mediterranean living at the Beach House, where you can indulge in dishes hot off the grill. While the balmy air cools you from a day in the sun, enjoy a cocktail or two with the laid-back DJ beats.
- Lunch
- Dinner
Mekong
Taste the flavours of Southeast Asi, Thailand, Vietnam and China at Mekong. With dishes inspired by authentic cuisines across these countries, you can take your tastebuds on the trip of a lifetime.
- Dinner
Sea Breeze
Serving delicious international dishes all day long, Sea Breeze welcomes you to enjoy its blend of exquisite cuisine and contemporary-chic interiors.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Waves Café
Waves Café is the perfect place to enjoy a light bite in between your adventures. Whether you’re sunbathing, swimming, or coming back from a morning at the beach, head to this café that serves you small delights from hot and cold drinks to sandwiches and soups and much more.
Jalabar
Refuel after a day of swimming in the sun with a delicious poolside refreshment from Jalabar. Graze on snacks and sip on cocktails right up until sunset, when you can then enjoy happy hour with a shisha.
Lobby Lounge & Bar
Head out of the sun and into the tranquil setting of the lobby, where you can indulge in the Lobby Lounge & Bar’s tempting light bites. From afternoon tea to exquisite pastries, you can feast on snacks to your heart’s delight.
Activities & Entertainment
Family fun
Whether you choose to lounge on the golden sands of the beach or relax by the pool side, there’s plenty to enjoy in and around this resort. If you want to spend quality time together, enjoy a friendly match of pedal, volleyball or football. For the more adventurous, head out into the ocean for a day of thrilling sports from jet skiing and knee boarding to banana boats, donut rides and much more. With multiple pools for both adults and children, you can spend a fun-filled day swimming together.
Children are well catered to at Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort. The resort has provided its own swimming pool dedicated for children where the environment is safe for them to swim and play. There's also a 'Family Comforts' programme, where extra cots, highchairs, bathtubs and extra beds are available to ensure comfort.
Menus for children are available to accommodate all ages. In all restaurants across the resort, your little ones can enjoy child-friendly meals at any time of the day.
Exploration
Venture from the resort to explore the beauty of Ras Al Khaimah in many unique ways. Enjoy seeing the diverse flora and fauna aboard the longest toboggan ride, Jais Sledder, or fly through the air on the exhilarating Jebel Jais Zipline, the world’s longest zipline. Alternatively, you can enjoy an aeriel view of the natural beauty by hot air balloon.
Ras Al Khaimah is dense in rich history. Be sure to explore it’s ancient monuments and archaeological treasures, from the Dhayah Fort to Al Jazirat Al Hamra, and learn more at the National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah.
Wellness
Seeking wellness? Find total relaxation with a session of family yoga. Surrounded by the tranquil mangroves and led by a professional yoga instructor, this is the best activity to wind down and rejuvenate. Expectant mothers can also take part in the prenatal yoga. If you like to find your Zenn, enjoy a session of Singing Bowl Meditation and take a Yin Yoga class.
Spice Spoons
Want to learn some new Thai-inspired recipes to try out when you get home? Take a cooking class with Spice Spoons, where you can enjoy learning about the blends of authentic Thai flavours. Allow the chef to talk you through everything you need for your cooking at home.
Wildlife exploration
Amongst and around the protected mangroves is a vibrant abundance of wildlife. During your exploration, you’ll find flocks of flamingos, herons and much more wild birdlife to reignite your love for tropical nature.
Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism
Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort are dedicated to preserving the beautiful surroundings for generations to come. Home to numerous species of wild, rare birds, the mangrove eco-system has been protected. Also in an effort to support the local community, the resort prioritised sourcing their ingredients and materials from local suppliers.
Ras Al Khaimah travel information
- Time zone: +4 GMT
- Flight time: 7- 8 hours
- Recommended airlines: Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Emirates
- Currency: UAE Dirham
- Tipping guideline: 10-15% of total bill
- Health considerations: There is no risk of yellow fever in UAE, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Ras Al Khaimah
- Population: 345,000
- National languages: Arabic, English
- Electricity and plugs: Type G, 220-240V AC
- Mobile phone coverage: Good
- UK passport visa requirements: You need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a British passport - on arrival for a maximum of 30 days
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Samantha
Travel Specialist
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