The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

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Al Sahari Tented Pool Villa
Oasis Pool
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Private Pool
Oasis Pool & Bar
Lobby Lounge
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa
Tented Pool Villa Deck
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa Deck
Farmhouse
Farmhouse
Al Rimal Enclosed Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa Twin
Farmhouse
Kaheela
Moorish
Moon Bar
Ritz Kids® Club
Al Wadi Spa
Hamman
Brine Cavern - The Rainforest Experience
Relaxation Room
Detination Dining
Fitness centre
Equestrian Centre
Spa
Sensory Showers
Al Sahari Tented Pool Villa
Oasis Pool
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa
Private Pool
Oasis Pool & Bar
Lobby Lounge
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa
Tented Pool Villa Deck
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa Deck
Farmhouse
Farmhouse
Al Rimal Enclosed Pool Villa
Al Rimal Pool Villa Twin
Farmhouse
Kaheela
Moorish
Moon Bar
Ritz Kids® Club
Al Wadi Spa
Hamman
Brine Cavern - The Rainforest Experience
Relaxation Room
Detination Dining
Fitness centre
Equestrian Centre
Spa
Sensory Showers

The hotel

Tranquil and committed to the environment, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert resort has a natural yet sanctuary feel in beautiful surroundings with gazelles and oryx roaming around. Choose from a wide selection of recreational activities and experiences, or simply bask in the surreal aura of the desert's romance. All villas come complete with their own swimming pool, ensuring utter privacy as you bask in the sun’s rays. There’s also traditional tented villas for those who want the full-on Bedouin experience. There’s a dedicated nature reserve on-site, home to Arabian gazelles, camels and oryxes. Children and adults alike will enjoy the opportunity of getting up close to these gentle and fascinating creatures as they wander the dunes at leisure — magical! Also magical is the resort’s spa, offering lavish treatment pavilions, state-of-the-art hydrotherapy and signature treatments including the rainforest experience which comes highly recommended.

Amenities

  • Horse Riding
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Located in the UAE’s northern emirate Ras Al Khaimah, the closest desert resort from Dubai International Airport. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

108 private villas. All with air-conditioning, private swimming pool, furnished sun deck, cosy seating area, 41” interactive LCD TV, Bose music system, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, silk bathrobe, hairdryer, robes, slippers, separate soaking tub and rain shower, bathroom amenities, iron and ironing board. 

Al Rimal Pool Villa with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, and lounge area with sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children (subject to extra bed, sofa bed).

Half Board option: includes breakfast and choice of lunch or dinner in the participating restaurants: Kaheela, Farmhouse, Oasis Pool Bar and Paddock. Excludes mini-bar and in-villa dining.

Full Board option: includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner at participating restaurants: Kaheela, Farmhouse, Oasis Pool Bar and Paddock. Excludes mini-bar and in-villa dining.

All Inclusive option: includes three meals and selected alcoholic beverages and soft drinks at the time of dining and does not include any activities. Participating restaurants: Kaheela, Farmhouse, Oasis Pool Bar, and Paddock. Excludes mini-bar and in-villa dining.

Al Rimal Enclosed Pool Villa are the same as Al Rimal Pool Villas, with an enclosed private pool, offering maximum privacy.

Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa with king-size bed, lounge area with sofa bed, terrace, sun-loungers, dining table and chairs with barbecue area. Oversized bathroom with free-standing tub and separate rain shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Al Sahari Secluded Tented Pool Villa with king-size bed, lounge area with sofa bed, terrace, sun-loungers, dining table and chairs with barbecue area. Oversized bathroom with free-standing tub and separate rain shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Sunrise Signature Pool Villas and Sunset Signature Pool Villas are 2 bedroom villas sleeping maximum 4 adults, 1 child and 1 infant.

Signature Villas are luxurious new villas that feature a living room with 75-inch TV, grand 10-seater dining table, personal chef, private pool, outdoor dining area, private butler, pantry, fitness studio, and master bedroom with king-size bed, second bedroom with 2 single beds, bathroom with walk-in shower and separate tub, and outdoor shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Please note: Al Khaimah and Al Sahari tented villas are available on the Full Board package only.

Specific Villa Benefits:

Al Sarab Desert View Pool Villa:

- Welcome bottle of Champagne plus food and beverage amenity (per stay for 2 guests)

- Sunset cocktails (per day for 2 guests)

- Welcome gift per stay

- Complimentary mini-bar (refill per day)

- 30 minutes complimentary spa massage when 60 minutes massage is booked

- Butler service.

Signature Pool Villas:

- Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne and amenities, day of arrival ONLY

- Complimentary mini-bar (refilled daily)

- One daily sunset cocktail per guest

- Butler service

- Complimentary packing and unpacking service

- Complementary pressing of 4 items per villa per stay

- The Ritz-Carlton daily Bedouin Ritual including the daily Falcon and Owl Interaction.

Tented Villa (Al Khaimah, Al Sahari and Al Sarab Tented Pool Villa) One ‘Al Wadi Experience’ per person per day, bookable in advance via the Experience Concierge):

- Archery

- Horse Lead Ride

- Night Archery

- Fat Biking – Guided Desert Trail

- Birdwatching

- Nature walk

- Night walk

- Camel ride Tree Planting

- Pony Adventures with Spot & Fluff

- Wildlife feed

*Experiences are subject to change and seasonality. The above are given as example.

Kaheela (International and regional cuisine, open for breakfast and lunch, with buffet and a la carte options). Farmhouse (farm-to-table inspired menu, open for dinner). Paddock Cafe. Arabian BBQ nights at Kan Zanam on Saturday's. Oasis Pool Bar. Destination Dining* options include in the desert dunes including picnics and private barbecues under the stars.

Oasis Pool & Bar featuring a large swimming pool, jacuzzi, kids' pool and Ritz-Kidz splash pool area. The Ritz-Carlton Spa* with indoor hydrothermal pool and the Rainforest Spa experience. 24-hour fitness centre. Yoga*. Complimentary bikes to use in the resort for the whole family. Nature and bird-watching walks*. Nature drives*. Stargazing*. Archery*. Fishing*. Desert biking*. Horse riding*. Owl Experience. Complimentary access to the Ritz Kids® club (aged 4 years and above). Feathered Friend experience for kids. Trail Tales experience for kids. Complimentary beach access at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach (only 15 minutes away).

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour room service*. Concierge. Laundry service*. Complimentary parking.

Minimum stay of 3 nights for arrivals between 29 - 31 December 2025.

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very memorable Stay in the desert but cocooned with luxury & hospitality

Jun 3, 2025 rahulmohan89

We had an amazing and very memorable stay at Ritz Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi. Living in middle of a desert in tranquility with lots of Gazelle’s & Oryx’s freely roaming around totally unperturbed of the human presence was the best part of the stay. Although it was very hot, we were cocooned in luxury and we were spoiled by the hospitality of… Read more
We had an amazing and very memorable stay at Ritz Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi. Living in middle of a desert in tranquility with lots of Gazelle’s & Oryx’s freely roaming around totally unperturbed of the human presence was the best part of the stay. Although it was very hot, we were cocooned in luxury and we were spoiled by the hospitality of the resort. There were various activities to keep you occupied and to give you new experiences like the Interactive Owl & Falcon Show, Wildlife feeding, Night safari. The Rainforest trail & Vitality pool was very rejuvenating experience. The Adventure Centre which housed Owl’s, falcon and eagle & in Equestrian which housed the horses & camels were very charming. The Horses were so well & professionally kept and trained. It was very good to watch and interact with these animals. Last day we stayed at the Signature Villa which was like the icing on the cake. Totally blown by the beauty and luxury it offered. All the restaurants like Kaheela, Paddock Cafe & Farmhouse were very good, especially the steaks at Farmhouse were very delicious. The staff in all these restaurants specially in Farmhouse made sure that you have a very good experience. Altogether it was wonderful and very memorable experience. Special mention to staff like Akshay (Front Office), Anup (Butler), Pablo(Buggy & concierge), Azmat & Sahil (in Equestrian) whose energy and hospitality to make us comfortable was very laudable. Thanks and kudos to the whole team. Read less
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Jun 3, 2025 junyue x

GREAT PLACE FROM WE ARRIVE TO THIS hotel the buggydriverAMR assist us and take us around the resort his servic very nice thank you AMR FOR AMAZING STAY WE HOPE TO COME BACK TO SEE YOU AGAIN AND THE RESTAURANTIS VERY NICE AMAZINGPLACE AGAIN WE WILL COME BACK FOR SURE
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing Experience – Special Thanks to Mr. Amer!

Jun 2, 2025 Alpercan G

We had a wonderful stay and would like to give a special shoutout to Mr. Amer, who made our trip even more memorable. His service was excellent and truly professional from the moment we arrived. He was extremely knowledgeable about the property and helped us with everything we needed throughout our stay. Mr. Amer also recommended the newly opened… Read more
We had a wonderful stay and would like to give a special shoutout to Mr. Amer, who made our trip even more memorable. His service was excellent and truly professional from the moment we arrived. He was extremely knowledgeable about the property and helped us with everything we needed throughout our stay. Mr. Amer also recommended the newly opened Gobi restaurant, and it did not disappoint! The dishes were delicious and the ambiance was lovely – definitely a great addition to the property. The hotel and villas are in great condition, very clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. We felt relaxed and well taken care of every step of the way. We will definitely be coming back soon – and once again, a special thank you to Mr. Amer for his outstanding support and hospitality! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Magical moments

Jun 1, 2025 Sarah B Romford, United Kingdom

We’ve had the most amazing trip & a huge thanks to everyone at the hotel, but especially our butlers Charith & Samson. The experience was unique - gorgeous tented private villa, the wildlife, watching the sunset from our terrace with chilled wine, the in villa dining, meeting Henry the owl at breakfast. The romance of the space was a beautiful… Read more
We’ve had the most amazing trip & a huge thanks to everyone at the hotel, but especially our butlers Charith & Samson. The experience was unique - gorgeous tented private villa, the wildlife, watching the sunset from our terrace with chilled wine, the in villa dining, meeting Henry the owl at breakfast. The romance of the space was a beautiful surprise. The only sound was the birds, & watching our neighbours the gazelles & oryx’s, no drone of traffic & a complete contrast to the busyness of central Dubai. My husband & I did not want to leave & cannot wait to return. Read less
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مايو 31, 2025 muhammad a

Excellent place, pleasant service, very clean villa with private swimming pool in the middle if the desert. The night swim under the open sky was great. The breakfast food was of very good quality. Dinner at the farm house Resturaunt was perfect!. We will come back again for sure.