InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa

Ras Al Khaimah, Dubai

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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.

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 (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. 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.

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.

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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Jun 18, 2026 Quest45491798580

I would to thanks Saudi staff member’s exceptional professionalism and kindness made up for my disappointing experience at the hotel.
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Jun 18, 2026 KAY B

This place has some kind of magic in the air that you keep visiting again and again. The thing that makes it more special is the staff. They go above and beyond to make sure the guests have a good experience. We went to celebrate our daughter’s birthday and they very kindly arranged a lovely cake and balloons that made her so happy. Big thank you… Read more
This place has some kind of magic in the air that you keep visiting again and again. The thing that makes it more special is the staff. They go above and beyond to make sure the guests have a good experience. We went to celebrate our daughter’s birthday and they very kindly arranged a lovely cake and balloons that made her so happy. Big thank you to all Managers- Mahmoud Daigham, Waleed & Milan. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Big thank you to the staff at the restaurant- Amoon John, Juni, Swe Zhi, Prateek and Chef Shibin. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The food quality really good. With plenty of options. Beautiful clean beach. They also had evenings belly dancing entertainment. Newly opened Laduree cafe which has fantastic menu. Over all a very good stay. Thank you guys and see you all very soon 🥰 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Getaway resort and Dive base

Jun 17, 2026 Dream67334066825

Having stayed at the resort on several occasions, primarily as a relaxing base camp for offshore diving activities, I continue to be impressed. The location is extremely convenient with a lovely atmosphere and great views. The staff have always been very friendly and helpful, including opening the bar, especially so we could watch F1 outside… Read more
Having stayed at the resort on several occasions, primarily as a relaxing base camp for offshore diving activities, I continue to be impressed. The location is extremely convenient with a lovely atmosphere and great views. The staff have always been very friendly and helpful, including opening the bar, especially so we could watch F1 outside normal hours. Food and drink are very good, and we saw no reason to dine elsewhere. Fully recommend a visit and great value for money, singles, couples, and families. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A place to visit every month at least

Jun 16, 2026 Yasser F

In less than 30 days I made my second visit as usual amazing place and great team
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Jun 14, 2026 Annabelle P

Worth for the money. Spacious rooms. Delicious food. Clean beach and pool made our stay memorable. If you have kids you must visit kids club. Our vacation become more relaxing because our kids spend time in kids club safe. Melani nishadi bela assist us very friendly. They are very kind and patience with kids. We already planned our next vacation… Read more
Worth for the money. Spacious rooms. Delicious food. Clean beach and pool made our stay memorable. If you have kids you must visit kids club. Our vacation become more relaxing because our kids spend time in kids club safe. Melani nishadi bela assist us very friendly. They are very kind and patience with kids. We already planned our next vacation to come again. Read less