InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa

Ras Al Khaimah, Dubai

Star 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.

Infinity Ocean 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 a relaxed 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: 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 (valid for stays until 31 October '26): 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. Also includes afternoon tea for two at Ramsa, and the choice to have dinner at NoHo Bar & Grill or Levant & Nar, with the option of a multi-course set menu or dinner credit, and mini-bar (soft drinks only). The package ends at 12:00 noon on the day of check-out.


All-Inclusive Premium Option (valid for stays from 1 November '26): Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Saffar Restaurant, NoHo Bar & Grill, and Levant & Nar. Guests enjoy a three-course à la carte meal (one appetiser, main, and dessert) per person, per meal, plus a selection of premium house beverages daily from 11:00 - 22:00 across Saffar, NoHo Bar & Grill, Levant & Nar, ShaSha, Amarbar, and Sahar Beach Bar. Additional items will be charged to the guest's account. Package ends at 12:00 noon on check-out day.


Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

Room upgrades

Infinity Ocean View Club Rooms with Club Intercontinental privileges, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

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

One Bedroom Suite Club Infinity Ocean View, with Club Intercontinental privileges, 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.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 20 May '27 to receive a complimentary upgrade from Infinity Ocean View Club Room to a Seafront Club Villa between 08 Aug '26–20 May '27.Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Upgraded room type must be selected at time of booking. Blackout dates apply. 

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.

Rating summary

  • Location Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Sleep Quality Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Rooms Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Service Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Value Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Cleanliness Image of the Tripadvisor rating

Traveller rating

  • Excellent (2292)
  • Very good (194)
  • Average (87)
  • Poor (59)
  • Terrible (72)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 🥰

Oct 27, 2026 Chenit E

Our family had great time in the hotel. Unfortunately we coudnt enjoy the beach. But pool is good. Little bit crowded witb russians. So we spent our time in the kids club with our kids. That place is very nice staff is very kind and attentive. Melanie bela nishadi were so good with kids.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great hotel to vist

Oct 26, 2026 Максим Л

Thank you for make our stay wonderful it nice place to relax and I meet Abhishek Kumar his service is excellent thank you.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing experience!

Oct 24, 2026 Sohaib T

*An exceptional stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah* We recently stayed at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah and had a wonderful experience. The resort is beautiful, very clean, great beach, and the hospitality was top-level. Special thanks to *Mr. Abul Raheem* for his outstanding service and hospitality. He was extremely professional,… Read more
*An exceptional stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah* We recently stayed at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah and had a wonderful experience. The resort is beautiful, very clean, great beach, and the hospitality was top-level. Special thanks to *Mr. Abul Raheem* for his outstanding service and hospitality. He was extremely professional, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. People like him are the reason you come back to this hotel. Highly recommended for families and couples looking for a relaxing luxury getaway in RAK. Will definitely be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional Stay

Oct 20, 2026 Jennifer M

We had an absolutely amazing stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa! From start to finish, everything was wonderful, and the experience exceeded our expectations. The resort is stunning, the atmosphere is luxurious and relaxing, and every detail made our stay feel special. One of the highlights was the amazing surprise… Read more
We had an absolutely amazing stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa! From start to finish, everything was wonderful, and the experience exceeded our expectations. The resort is stunning, the atmosphere is luxurious and relaxing, and every detail made our stay feel special. One of the highlights was the amazing surprise of being upgraded to a beautiful room, which made our stay even more memorable! It was such a thoughtful gesture and a lovely way to make us feel welcomed and appreciated. The staff were lovely, the service was excellent, and the overall experience was everything you could hope for when looking for a relaxing luxury getaway. The property itself is beautiful, and the peaceful surroundings make it the perfect escape from everyday life. We truly enjoyed our stay and would absolutely recommend this resort to anyone looking for a special getaway in Ras Al Khaimah. Thank you to the team for making our experience so memorable. We would definitely love to come back! ❤️ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent Club Lounge Experience

Oct 19, 2026 Jonny6511

Myself and my wife visited the Intercontinental RAK for 6 nights in the Club section of the hotel. On arrival we had been upgraded to a beautiful Sea View Villa which was spacious and had a lovely balcony with a day bed overlooking the estuary. As there was a birthday celebration during our stay, a delicious birthday cake and balloons had been set… Read more
Myself and my wife visited the Intercontinental RAK for 6 nights in the Club section of the hotel. On arrival we had been upgraded to a beautiful Sea View Villa which was spacious and had a lovely balcony with a day bed overlooking the estuary. As there was a birthday celebration during our stay, a delicious birthday cake and balloons had been set up for our arrival. The Club Lounge was immaculate with a mix of comfy sofas and tables to dine at. The food offering was excellent, the breakfast buffet serving continental and an à la carte menu for ‘cook to order’ hot options with a mix of local and international food. Afternoon tea was served between 14.30 and 16.30 with a delicious range of sandwiches, scones and cakes. From 17.30, drinks and canapés were served. There was a different selection every night with three cold canapés from the buffet along with local delicacies, salads and cheeses. Three hot canapés could be chosen from a menu and the team always offered more of these if you wished. Alcohol was served complimentary from 17.30 for 2 hours, with the option to charge to the room outside of these hours. The Club Pool was quiet and relaxed, with the pool being large and therefore, never felt crowded. It was not too busy during our stay so there was never any problem getting sun loungers. The Club team came round to get drinks orders between service in the lounge, but would be more than happy to deliver drinks to the pool if you ordered inside. The Club Team were amazing and really made the holiday for us both. Esther on reception was helpful, attentive and very personable, going the extra mile to make our stay memorable and special. Shown on my birthday by cake, bubbles and a decorated table, as well the team singing happy birthday to me! The rest of the team also went above and beyond with their exceptional service. Whether this was making cocktails, serving coffees or making sure we were always happy and never left without anything we required. We will be sure to visit this hotel and the Club Lounge again soon. Read less