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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

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5 restaurants, breakfast served
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9.8

Exceptional

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1 Qasr Al Sarab Road, Liwa Desert, Mahdar Bin Usayyan, 131277

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Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 190 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Suite ( Anantara )

Suite ( Anantara )

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 106 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool ( Anantara )

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool ( Anantara )

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 130 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Villa, Private Pool (Pavilion)

Royal Villa, Private Pool (Pavilion)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 130 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Terrace

Deluxe Room, Terrace

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 50 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony

Deluxe Room, Balcony

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe, Garden View

Deluxe, Garden View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 45 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access (Anantara) | Exterior

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access (Anantara)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 210 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Mahdar Bin Usayyan

A luxury stay in Mahdar Bin Usayyan awaits you at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, a recipient of the prestigious Conde Nast Gold List award in 2022. You'll be steps from Rub' al Khali. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 5 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include hot stone massages, Thai massages and body wraps along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The buffet restaurant, Al Waha, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, free kids' club and gym plus access to a safari. Meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and a sauna. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Getting around

  • Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • Suhail - 3 min walk
  • Al Waha - 3 min walk
  • Al Falaj - 8 min walk
  • Deadline Restaurant - 18 min drive
  • Al Liwan - 3 min walk

About this property

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

Luxury hotel with 5 restaurants and full-service spa
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. There are 5 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A children's pool, a health club, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Mahdar Bin Usayyan hotel.

  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 15 buildings
  • 5 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2009
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offers 205 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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 hot tub and Turkish bath/hammam.

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

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (AED 100 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AED 164 for adults and AED 82 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Al Waha
  • Ghadeer
  • Suhail

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free babysitting
  • Free children's club
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 15 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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.
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AED 164 for adults and from AED 82 for children
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: AED 100 per night (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: AED 900 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Alipay. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. <

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is 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 Resort
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Hotel
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Mahdar Bin Usayyan
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Hotel Mahdar Bin Usayyan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara on 4 July 2024 start from AU$564.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yep, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara have a pool?

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with premium bedding, 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

What makes Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara.

Is Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a children's pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is a hit with families.

Does Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is served daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 5 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara?

No, pets are not allowed.

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 507 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 588 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and unique setting
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jinwook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Vincent, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
One hour to check-in, nobody explained us anything about dining options and activities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Must-Visit, truly exceptional.
A magical enchanting desert resort with a truly fantastic and welcome team.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful, staff very nice and ready to help. We met Andres the chef from one of the restaurants, very nice, he took the time to show us around the hotel and beauty of it. Food was good, service at the pool, excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Mississauga

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, Fort Lauderdale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most amazing place that we have been . Everything and everyone are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023