The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

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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
  • 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

109 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. 

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 Villa offers enclosed private pool, offering maximum privacy, sleeping maximum of 3. 

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 1 child.

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 1 child.

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 1 child.


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)

- 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

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.

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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Aug 26, 2025 rosinyool Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

An outstanding stay from the moment I arrived. The service was truly exceptional and every detail was handled with care and professionalism. A very special thank to Selina and Carl, both of whom made my experience unforgettable. Selina’s warm hospitality and attention to detail were remarkable and Carl’s genuine kindness and professionalism stood… Read more
An outstanding stay from the moment I arrived. The service was truly exceptional and every detail was handled with care and professionalism. A very special thank to Selina and Carl, both of whom made my experience unforgettable. Selina’s warm hospitality and attention to detail were remarkable and Carl’s genuine kindness and professionalism stood out throughout my stay. They both went above and beyond to ensure I felt welcomed and valued. Read less
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Aug 25, 2025 haessookk Gangneung, South Korea

It was so nice and perfect a day in desert. Everyone was so kind, especially Hemanth was perfect. He made our stay at Ritz Carlton ras al Khaimah al wading desert more enjoyable.Thaks a lot. Hope to see you again~
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Aug 24, 2025 Mahmoud S

Amr was exceptionally helpful and made our stay so special and easy.. i would definitely recommending asking about him in the next visit if u want to feel special
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Aug 17, 2025 siyin l

Very good experience,all the staffs are very attentive, and the driver of buggy Hemanth is very friendly to children. the hotel also has many choices of activities, i participated in the night walk, it is a very excited experience. i will recommend this hotel to my friends
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Newly minted Gobi is an absolute scream!

Aug 12, 2025 864debbien Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Erstwhile Zuma Lounge has been renovated n rechristened as Gobi, the pan Asian restaurant, right next to Kaheela. The interiors are rich, vibrant yet muted and the seating area is divided into 2 segments. Drinking n pvt dining & the generic seating with the open bar holding the honorary place. Outdoor seating is also available. Cuisine type is… Read more
Erstwhile Zuma Lounge has been renovated n rechristened as Gobi, the pan Asian restaurant, right next to Kaheela. The interiors are rich, vibrant yet muted and the seating area is divided into 2 segments. Drinking n pvt dining & the generic seating with the open bar holding the honorary place. Outdoor seating is also available. Cuisine type is predominantly Chinese & japanese with a smattering of Indonesian, vietnamese & Malay thrown in. For starters, of course we opted for Crab Temaki handroll & Veg Maki Rolls. For mains we opted for the chicken Malay curry served with Jasmine rice. It will remind you of Thai chicken curries. For dessert I will recommend basque cheesecake. In drinks they have sake, cocktails, wines and the whole nine yards. For cocktails lovers try their Gobi slush & Kyoto sunrise. Cost for 2 with drinks will be AED 800 approx Read less