InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

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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

Bed & Breakfast option: includes international buffet breakfast at Saffar Restaurant. Club InterContinental guests may also enjoy arelaxed breakfast at the Club InterContinental Lounge.

Half Board Dine Around option: includes a choice of lunch or dinner at Saffar Restaurant, with a small bottle of water per person per meal. Additional beverages will becharged separately. Guests may also choose to dine at NoHo Bar & Grillor Levant & Nar, enjoying either a multi-course set menu or a dining credit.

Full Board Dine Around option: includes lunch and dinner at Saffar Restaurant, with a small bottle of water per person per meal. Additional drinks will be charged separately. Guests may also choose to have dinner at NoHo Bar & Grill orLevant & Nar, with the option of a multi-course set menu or a dining credit.

All-Inclusive all-day dining option (valid 9th June to 30th September '25): available only at Saffar Restaurant and includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus selected soft drinks and house alcoholic beverages during lunch and dinner. Drinks are also available at ShaSha Pool Bar from 11:00am-10:00pm. The package ends at 12:00 noon on the day of check-out.

All-Inclusive Dine Around option: available at Saffar Restaurant and includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner during operating hours. Selected soft drinks and house alcoholic beverages are available from 11:00 to 22:00 at Saffar, Sahar, ShaSha, Victory View, and Amarbar. The package ends at 12:00 noon on the day of check-out.

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 Great family holiday

Jun 11, 2025 Chloe S

Visited this hotel for the first time in May with my husband, 2 year old daughter, mother and father for 11 nights in an all inclusive package and cannot recommend this hotel enough. The staff are exceptional, they are so accommodating and attentive, nothing is a bother for them. The hotel itself gives five star resort vibes, with the stylish… Read more
Visited this hotel for the first time in May with my husband, 2 year old daughter, mother and father for 11 nights in an all inclusive package and cannot recommend this hotel enough. The staff are exceptional, they are so accommodating and attentive, nothing is a bother for them. The hotel itself gives five star resort vibes, with the stylish decor and amenities. Rooms - we had two sea room classic panoramic rooms which were a great size. We had an issue with the air conditioning in one room but maintenance was quick at responding and rectifying. The rooms were cleaned each day to a high standard, my only negative would be the shower grouting was extremely mouldy and house keeping constantly were at you to leave them a review which became very overpowering. Restaurant - The food in both the restaurants and buffet was exceptionally. It’s the first time we have been all inclusive and not gotten fed up with the same repetitive meals. The staff were amazing with my little girl, they always ensured that she had something to eat that she liked and nothing was a bother to them. As the days went on you began to know everyone and it gave such a family vibe. The food and beverage managers were always about asking for feedback which was amazing as they were approachable and helped with any concerns. Pool - The one thing I loved was not having to be up at sunrise to get a lounger. There was always ample sun loungers and the pool staff were always on hand to get them set up and provide water and shade if required. The only downside about the pool was the maintenance, there was lots of tiles missing in both the main pool and child’s pool and green algae around the edges which kept transferring to my daughters swimsuit when she was climbing in and out of the pool, that’s the only thing I could say isn’t five star in this resort. All Inclusive - we were on the all inclusive package which is certainly value for money. The only downsides would be that you can only eat in the buffet at lunchtime therefore we ended up buying lunch some days at the pool bar to change things up. Ice cream isn’t included in the all inclusive which was extremely disappointing considering the hot weather and family resort vibe (ps. Do not buy ice cream out the shop we were charged £8-£10 for one ice cream, let’s just say we only made that mistake once) and my husband felt that the beers on the all inclusive weren’t the best so ended up buying a few bottles each day by the pool, there was ample cocktails and mocktails mind you. Over all I would recommend anyone to try this hotel as you’ll not be disappointed. It’s a very chilled out vibe as RAK is extremely quiet compared to Dubai. There is no entertainment at night which never bothered us as we were all exhausted by the time nighttime came but I know people who like something to do at night. We will definitely be back at this hotel. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent under-rated hotel - Go for club lounge

Jun 11, 2025 271hectorn

As a very frequent visitor to Dubai and the UAE, I can't understand but at the same time. I am glad (as it is still reasonably quiet) how Ras al khaimah and the hotel are not more popular. The lounge and the club pool are excellent. Great pool. The Turkish restaurant is excellent. Great value for money.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The most gorgeous stay... best hotel in RAK

Jun 9, 2025 F5899JRellam Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Having stayed both at the Intercontinental (Club Package) and Anantara, I think this tops the Anantara. The club package is well worth the money. You get access to an adults only pool, afternoon tea, pre-dinner cocktails and canapes, breakfast and unlimited soft drinks and water throughout the day. The hotel is spotless, smells amazing and has… Read more
Having stayed both at the Intercontinental (Club Package) and Anantara, I think this tops the Anantara. The club package is well worth the money. You get access to an adults only pool, afternoon tea, pre-dinner cocktails and canapes, breakfast and unlimited soft drinks and water throughout the day. The hotel is spotless, smells amazing and has been designed beautifully. All staff are so friendly and always have a smile on their face. The breakfast buffet was a highlight of our stay. Some features include; valet parking, large gym with sauna, spa, bicycles, unlimited water, free games on the beach. Will be returning with family later on in the year! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Our stay at the Intercontinental Club Lounge

Jun 8, 2025 Steve m

We booked the intercontinental for one week, on a Club Room basis. The hotel is immaculate, and the staff were extremely helpful The Club Room basis also gave us access to a Club Lounge, which was on the other side of the main hotel, and it was always nice and quiet. There is also a separate pool, and the rooms are bigger, and I would recommend… Read more
We booked the intercontinental for one week, on a Club Room basis. The hotel is immaculate, and the staff were extremely helpful The Club Room basis also gave us access to a Club Lounge, which was on the other side of the main hotel, and it was always nice and quiet. There is also a separate pool, and the rooms are bigger, and I would recommend the upgrade You can have your breakfast there, go for afternoon tea at 14:30, and between 17:30 - 19:30, you get alcoholic beverages, along with canapés & buffet, which was more than enough for us two The Staff in the Club Lounge were amazing, always happy, and always ready to help you. I think they really do need a mention Gerilyn May Nana Yasiya Sumudu Paula Jeema They made our holiday .An extra special mention should go to the Head Chef Mahesh. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and his food was amazing, certainly the best Club Lounge food we have ever had Read less
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Jun 8, 2025 KAY B

We stayed in Villa 12 for 2 nights. This was our 6th stay with them. * Check in- checkin was smooth. So good to see Mahmoud . We requested early checkin which was accommodated 5/5. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ * Saffar restaurant - Again they have a fantastic team. Big thank you to AVI the restaurant manager. Big shoutout to Juni, Rochelle, Moses, vineeth, Su… Read more
We stayed in Villa 12 for 2 nights. This was our 6th stay with them. * Check in- checkin was smooth. So good to see Mahmoud . We requested early checkin which was accommodated 5/5. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ * Saffar restaurant - Again they have a fantastic team. Big thank you to AVI the restaurant manager. Big shoutout to Juni, Rochelle, Moses, vineeth, Su Sandi, Thinzar & Chef Shibin. Even though it was busy for Eid the team management was so well organised. The food options very good with barbecue, ice-cream stall & chocolate fountain every night. They very kindly brought cake for our daughter’s birthday. 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ * Room- clean, well stcoked with toiletries. There was an issue with the AC which was sorted immediately within 15 mins after the complaint. They arranged a lovely cake for our daughter’s birthday. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ * Kids Club- thank you Melanie & Bella for looking after our girls and the fantastic crafts activities and so many birthday presents. 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Now the downside: Poolside - we found out that Martin the Manager left and we could see the difference at the pool side. It went from 5 star to a big ZERO. No sunbeds available people left things and went for more then 1 hour where as they have a board with rule that says if anyone is away for more than 1 hour the sunbed will be given to other guests. We saw so many sunbeds not occupied but just left with personal belongings for more than 1 hour. I spoke to the new manager Waleed who was just walking around aimlessly not helpful at all instead said he will check and disappeared for good without helping. If the management doesn’t do anything about this then it will be big shame for such a beautiful place. Read less