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: 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.

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Truly Memorable Stay and Engagement Celebration at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah

Aug 10, 2026 jheaj Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Our stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort was truly special and unforgettable. What made this experience even more meaningful was being able to celebrate one of the most important milestones in our family, my brother’s engagement proposal. From the very beginning of the planning until the actual execution of the event, the entire team… Read more
Our stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort was truly special and unforgettable. What made this experience even more meaningful was being able to celebrate one of the most important milestones in our family, my brother’s engagement proposal. From the very beginning of the planning until the actual execution of the event, the entire team went above and beyond to make everything beautiful, seamless, and memorable. We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Zee, Michelle, Paula, and Rakesh for their incredible assistance, patience, attention to detail, and constant support throughout the entire process. Your dedication and willingness to help made us feel that we were truly in the best hands. A very special thank you as well to the amazing team who assisted us with the engagement venue. Rakesh, you were truly exceptional so hands-on, attentive, and always making sure that every little detail was taken care of. To Mridul, Manish, Som, and Lin, thank you for all your hard work and for helping bring our plans to life. You all played such an important part in making the proposal beautiful and stress-free for our family. And of course, a huge thank you to Chef Srikanth and the culinary team. The dinner was sumptuous, and most importantly, the newly engaged couple truly loved it! The food was one of the highlights of the evening and made the celebration even more special. We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to the entire Club Lounge Team Paula, Esther, Sumudu, Rechelle, Siva, Eloiza, and Emmanuel (Club Lounge). Thank you for your warm smiles, genuine hospitality, and for making us feel so welcome throughout our stay. Your kindness and attentiveness did not go unnoticed. And to our wonderful buggy personnel, Emmanuel (Concierge), thank you for always greeting us with a smile and for assisting us despite the incredibly hot weather. Your cheerful attitude and willingness to help truly made a difference. The engagement proposal was such a meaningful moment for all of us, and having a team that cared so much about making it perfect made the occasion even more special. To the entire InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah team, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your professionalism, warmth, genuine hospitality, and teamwork are truly exceptional. You made our family feel valued, welcomed, and cared for every step of the way. To everyone who helped make this celebration possible, you are truly the best! We are incredibly grateful and will always remember this wonderful experience with so much happiness. We look forward to coming back and creating more beautiful memories with you. Thank you, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah, for being part of such a special chapter in our family’s story. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating NoHo Bar and Grill

Aug 10, 2026 Jessica N

Recommend NoHo restaurant My favorite is Beef Tagaliata Thanks so much to chef Bernie and Rupesh Above and beyond service Especially Yin , Yoon and Scola
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Aug 8, 2026 Regilyn K

Our first time staying in this hotel attending the wedding. They have a very nice kids club which the staff is very attentive and helpful. Melanie and Nishadi make sure that the kids enjoyed their time. Our room also has a big space
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Aug 3, 2026 Mahir al N

excelent hotel , memorable stay , thank you
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Highly recommended

Aug 3, 2026 Lyndzy Rose M

We had a wonderful stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa from 23 to 25 July. From check-in to check-out, the staff were warm, professional, and always willing to help, making our stay truly enjoyable. The resort is beautiful, with stunning views, well-maintained facilities, and a relaxing atmosphere that makes it a… Read more
We had a wonderful stay at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa from 23 to 25 July. From check-in to check-out, the staff were warm, professional, and always willing to help, making our stay truly enjoyable. The resort is beautiful, with stunning views, well-maintained facilities, and a relaxing atmosphere that makes it a perfect getaway. Our room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable, and we especially appreciated the peaceful surroundings and excellent hospitality. The attentive service throughout our stay. The overall quality of the resort and the friendliness of the team made our visit memorable. The only downside was that the main pool was under renovation during our stay, which was a little sad as we were looking forward to enjoying it. However, we understand that these improvements are necessary and due to the weather conditions by that time will not enjoy as its too hot, however is not significantly affect our overall experience. Thank you to the entire team at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa for a wonderful stay. We had a fantastic and relaxing time and look forward to returning once the renovations are complete. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read less