InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Virgin rating

The hotel

A brand new resort on Hayat Island in Ras Al Khaimah, the Intercontinental offers sea views from all rooms, giving that idyllic island feel that you’re craving from a beach holiday. Take time out on your spacious balcony with a morning coffee, overlooking the ocean, or with a sundowner from the minibar before the evening begins. You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to dining options, NoHo is great for an evening buzz and will transport you to trendy New York in an instant. Shasha is the hub of entertainment, be it pool parties, yoga or cinema under the stars, and make sure you grab a spot here in time for the sunset views over the ocean. This hotel is a great pick for families, with spacious suites and villas with private pools available for larger parties, and an extensive kids activity programme to keep them occupied, giving you time to visit the spa for a massage to unwind. If you don’t want to simply ‘fly and flop’, you’re only 45 minutes away from Dubai with it’s magnificent shopping centres, water parks and attractions galore. 

Amenities

  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Located on Hayat Island, surrounded by the Arabian Sea. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: approximately 1 hour. 

Hotel information

351 generously sized rooms, suites and villas, all with spacious balcony or terrace with day beds, air-conditioning, coffee/tea-making facilities, minibar*, and flat-screen TV.

Classic Sea View rooms with either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. 


Board basis options

Breakfast option includes: International buffet breakfast will be served in Saffar All Day Dining Restaurant. Breakfast taken outside designated meal timings will be charged separately as per consumption. Breakfast ordered through room service will be charged as per consumption.

Half Board option includes: breakfast and dinner at Saffar All Day Dining Restaurant which includes food only, all drinks will be charged as per consumption. Complimentary one small bottle of water per person per meal.

Full Board option includes: breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Saffar All Day Dining Restaurant which includes food only, all drinks will be charged as per consumption. Complimentary one small bottle of water per person per meal.

All-Inclusive option includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner at Saffar All Day Dining Restaurant, or 3 course dinner - set-menu at either Levant & Nar or NoHo Bar & Grilll. Selected soft & house beverages are available from 12:30pm – 10:00pm at Saffar. Soft & house beverages included from 11:00am – 07:00pm in ShaSha. Soft & house beverages included from 07:00pm - 10:00pm at Amarbar. 4 house beverages per person with set-menu meals at Levant & Nar and NoHo Bar & Grill. Other meals and drinks not included in the All Inclusive meal plan will be charged to the guest’s account. All Inclusive package ends at 12 noon on the day of check out, unless late check out extended and paid (does not apply on complimentary late check out extensions). 

Guests with Half Board, Full Board, and All-Inclusive meal plan bookings. Guests are now entitled to utilize their 120 AED credit during the NoHo Brunch, which is hosted every Saturday. Please note that an additional supplement is applicable for certain packages: ‘Bubbly Experience’ and ‘Driver’s Choice’ packages and ‘Champagne Experience’ package. Guests have to make reservations in advance to secure their spot.

Room upgrades

Club Intercontinental Sea View rooms with access to the Executive lounge, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Junior One Bedroom Suite Sea View with separate living room, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Club Intercontinental Junior Suites, with access to the Executive lounge, separate living room, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Resort One Bedroom Suite Sea View, with separate living room, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

One Bedroom Family Villas are just steps from the beach, with spacious living and dining area, and bedroom with either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

One Bedroom Private Pool Villas are just steps from the beach, with a private pool, spacious living and dining area, and bedroom with either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Club Rooms include: access to the Club InterContinental Lounge with a separate check-in area, private pool, deep soaking jacuzzi, as well as deluxe culinary offers throughout the day such as cocktail happy hour and afternoon tea.

Saffar (International cuisinge, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Levant & Nar (Turkish and Lebanese cuisine, with sea views). Noho (stylish New York inspired bar and grill). Ramsa Lounge (lobby lounge serving hot drinks and pastries). Amarbar (library style bar serving drinks and light bites). Shasha Pool Bar (poolside bar serving food, cocktails and shisha). Sahar Beach Bar (Mediterranean cuisine, cocktails and light bites).

Please note: Levant & Nar and NoHo Bar & Grill: from 6:00pm-8:00pm, family seating is available for children aged six and under. Starting at 8:00pm, only guests above the age of six are accepted in both the venues.

Kids activity programme. Cinema under the stars. 

Swimming pool and separate kids pool. Private beach. Fitness centre. Tennis courts. Yoga. Kids club*. Teen club*.  Spa*. Watersports*. 

Complimentary WiFi. Concierge. Laundry service*. Babysitting service*. 

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: From time to time, the Hotel reserves the right to close or to alter operating hours of the food & beverage or other outlets and will have no liability in this regard. However, the Hotel will arrange an alternative appropriate venue. Meal timings during Ramadan may vary based on local UAE laws.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Birthday Dinner at NoHo Intercontinental

Jan 25, 2025 sanskritiy2021

Tried their Noho restaurant on my birthday and they treated us really nicely,very courteous staff and really amazing location, dining with amazing views.Barsha and Krishantha were really helpful and amazing. Next time we’ll planning our stay too.
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Jan 25, 2025 Paradise61326061069

Very beautiful hotel with a lot of facilities. This hotel has very good service. Amenities are very good. Food is very good. Room is neat and clean. Housekeeping staff is very helpful. I would like to mention Housekeeping supervisor Mr Hafeez for giving us an excellent piece of hospitality. He checked the room and made sure everything is perfect.… قراءة المزيد
Very beautiful hotel with a lot of facilities. This hotel has very good service. Amenities are very good. Food is very good. Room is neat and clean. Housekeeping staff is very helpful. I would like to mention Housekeeping supervisor Mr Hafeez for giving us an excellent piece of hospitality. He checked the room and made sure everything is perfect. We are spending very good time in this beautiful luxury hotel. Highly recommended. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Definitely come back

Jan 24, 2025 Ashley J

Krishantha provided absolutely fantastic service, going above and beyond to make our experience memorable. The food was nothing short of delicious, with every dish cooked to perfection. To top it off, the cocktails were a solid 10/10—creative, balanced, and expertly crafted. This restaurant truly excels in both its culinary offerings and… Read more
Krishantha provided absolutely fantastic service, going above and beyond to make our experience memorable. The food was nothing short of delicious, with every dish cooked to perfection. To top it off, the cocktails were a solid 10/10—creative, balanced, and expertly crafted. This restaurant truly excels in both its culinary offerings and exceptional service. Highly recommended for an all-around outstanding dining experience! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great hotel

Jan 23, 2025 Sasha G

I stayed at the InterContinental Hotel for a week in early January with my family. As IHG members who have previously stayed at other InterContinental hotels in the Emirates, we were incredibly impressed by the service at this property. The attention to our needs was outstanding! The staff, including the guest relations managers, consistently… Read more
I stayed at the InterContinental Hotel for a week in early January with my family. As IHG members who have previously stayed at other InterContinental hotels in the Emirates, we were incredibly impressed by the service at this property. The attention to our needs was outstanding! The staff, including the guest relations managers, consistently sought and addressed our feedback promptly. The hospitality here was exceptional in every detail—from the excellent valet parking services to the thoughtful breakfast service and attentive assistance in the pool area. Traveling with two children (a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old) can be challenging, but the care we received made our holiday truly special. I’d like to share particular praise for the staff at the Kids Club, especially Melanie, Bellah, Nishadi and Shanika. Our daughter, Sophia, had an incredible time and couldn’t stop talking about how much she loved it. The Kids Club offered daily craft activities, a wide variety of toys (far more than we’ve seen at other hotels), and plenty of indoor space for her to play and explore. The team truly made her experience unforgettable. Lastly, I want to thank Hanane, the Lebanese restaurant Levant & Nar hostess. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a smooth and enjoyable dining experience. From helping us settle in with the kids to arranging buggy service after dinner, her kind and welcoming attitude made the evening all the more pleasant. This hotel exceeded our expectations in every way and stands out even among other InterContinental properties. We will be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing place to visit and enjoy peace of mind

Jan 23, 2025 Mostafa A

An excellent service and quick reacting done by SURENDRA -From House keeping . I just contacted them and within a ten minutes got the service . I recommend the hotel as a place for peace of mind and relaxing . The staff are helpful and supportive every where , thanks to every one individually ..