Local attractions
A beautiful outdoor swimming pool, a distinct spa experience that borrows from global and local bathing rituals, a guided tour of Al Wadi Nature Reserve and a program introducing kids to the wonders of Al Wadi are among the experiences available at this desert resort. Myriad excursions are within a short drive of the resort: Al Jazeera Al Hamra, the Persian Gulf's oldest and most intact fishing village that showcases 14th-century Emirati architecture; Dubai and its skyscrapers, malls, the Wild Wadi Waterpark, and more, is just an hour away; Fujairah is two hours away and is home to the oldest mosque in the UAE; the Old Souq offers everything from fabric and gold to a fish market and teahouses; and the nearby pearl farm offers the chance to explore the history of pearl farming, open an oyster and keep whatever treasure might be found inside.
Property description
Amid stretches of desert sand in tranquil Wadi Khadeja, an oasis of peace awaits at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert resort. A sanctuary surrounded by the evergreen ghaf trees, a luxury desert resort in the United Arab Emirates to offer the privacy of private villas with pools. Experience magical Arabian nights and the romance of living like the nomads of yore, complete with Asian-inspired hydrotherapy spa facilities, a dedicated nature reserve, and private beach access at Banyan Tree Ras Al Khaimah Beach.
An Arabian wildlife experience awaits within the nature reserve, home to local desert fauna such as Arabian gazelles, camels and oryxes, offering guests a unique opportunity to interact with and observe these gentle creatures up close.
Green sustainability
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert has established a chef’s garden within the resort where culinary teams grow their own herbs and vegetables to support ‘Sustainability' and healthy eating for the Ladies and Gentlemen staying with us. The vegetables and herbs grown organically in the garden are done without the use of fertilizers or chemicals, which is the perfect way to preserve nutrients so our guests can eat clean, support local and stay healthy.
During the summer months, it can be challenging to effectively grow herbs and vegetables due to high temperatures and a lack of nutrients in the soil. Therefore, our culinary teams utilize this time of the year to create compost out of the kitchen waste from vegetable, fruit peels and eggshells by laying them on the soil so that the surface remains nutrient-rich,
sustainable and pest free throughout the year. On average, 8 to 10 kgs of in-house kitchen waste is used daily to create compost for the soil all year round. Since starting the chef’s garden on 1 January 2021 the resort has utilized approximately 750 kgs of kitchen waste.
Details / Other expenses
| Check-in: |
15:00 pm |
| Check-out: |
12:00 PM |
| Year of last renovation: |
2010 |
| Floors: |
1 |
| Rooms: |
100 |
| Corridors: |
Both interior and exterior hallways |
| Non-smoking rooms: |
100 |
| Rooms with disabled access: |
1 |
| Rooms with two beds: |
5 |
| Suites: |
31 |
| Room windows: |
Windows do open |
| Cleaning frequency: |
Daily |
| Meeting rooms: |
2 View spaces |
| Meeting space: |
2457 sq. feet |
| Event space: |
Holds 200 people |
| Dist. to food/bars: |
On-site
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| Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: |
On-site
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| Dist. to the nearest gym: |
On-site
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| Lounge/Bar hours: |
6:30 PM- 11:30 PM |
Pool Info:
Oasis Pool and Bar
This is a temperature-controlled outdoor swimming pool, a relaxing whirlpool, and an adjacent bar serving refreshing beverages.
Opening Hours: 9 a.m. to sunset
Bar: 10 a.m. to sunset
Food: 12.30 p.m. to sunset
In addition to this, each villa also has its own private pool
Al Rimal Pool Villa - Pool Size: Length 6.8M, Width 3.9M, and 1.4M Depth
Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa - Pool Size: Length 7.9M, Width 3.9M, and 1.4M Depth
Al Sahari Tented Pool Villa - Pool Size: Length 7.9M, Width 3.9M, and 1.4M Depth
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Policies / Expenses
Cancellation: 7 days prior guest arrival |
| Nightly parking: |
$0 |
| Typical group deposit: |
50% |
| Total taxes: |
22.00% |
| Total misc. fees: |
£0.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: |
0.00%
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| Occupancy Tax: |
0.00%
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| City Tax: |
0.00%
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| Country Tax: |
0.00%
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| VAT: Value Added Tax: |
5.00%
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| GST: General Sales Tax: |
0.00 GST %
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| PST: Provincial Sales Tax: |
0.00 PST %
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| Food and Beverage Tax: |
0.00%
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| Audio Visual Tax: |
0.00%
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| Other Tax: |
20.00 Per Night (Tourism Fee)
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| Resort/Hotel Fee: |
0.00 Per Night
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| Parking Fee: |
0.00 Per Night
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| Cleaning Fee: |
0.00 Per Night
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| Porterage Fee: |
0.00 Per Item
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| Gym Fee: |
0.00 Per Day
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| Spa Fee: |
159.00 Per Hour (The Rainforest Experience)
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| Shipping and Handling Fee: |
0.00 Per Item
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| Additional Person Fee: |
400.00 Per Person (Including breakfast)
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| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: |
0.00 Per Day
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| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: |
0.00 Per Day
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| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: |
0.00 Per Day
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| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: |
0.00 Per Day
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| Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: |
0.00 Per Night
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| Food and Beverage Service Charge: |
10.00%
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| Audio Visual Service Charge: |
10.00%
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| Banquet Labour Fees: |
0.00 Per Hour
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| Banquet Bartender Fees: |
0.00 Per Hour
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| Chef Attendant Fees: |
0.00 Per Night
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| Banquet Bottled Water: |
0.00 Per Person
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| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: |
0.00 Per Person/Per Hour
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Amenities / Features
Airport & shuttle information
Dubai International Airport is 79 KM, approx. 55 minutes drive.
Taxi Fare 45-55 USD
Local shuttle info: Shuttle to The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach available upon request
Breakfast information
Breakfast a la carte is available at the all-day dining restaurant Kaheela, available from 7 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. on weekdays and until 11 a.m. on weekends with vast choices of indulging in various International breakfast items to savouring an Emirati Breakfast.
The guest can choose to dine in the comfort of their villa by ordering breakfast through the In-Villa Dining menu available from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m., with a wide array of choices ranging from well-being to International breakfast options.
Pet friendly?
Sorry but pets are not allowed.
Parking information
Complimentary valet and self-parking is available at the resort
Internet/Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available across the resort
Cleaning policies
In keeping with Marriott's Commitment to Clean and UAE guidelines, we have made several enhancements to our cleaning practices throughout our resort and in guest villas.
- Enhanced Public Space Cleaning
- Housekeeping services
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Electrostatic Spraying
Every guest room is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between each guest. We will continue to provide housekeeping services daily while you are away from the room. If you have any specific housekeeping preferences or would like to not receive housekeeping service during your stay, please contact guest services at any time.
Suggested AI generated itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast:
Farmhouse - Enjoy a farm-to-table experience just 5 minutes away from your stay
- Lunch:
Karma Cafe - Savour contemporary dishes with a view of the Arabian Gulf, approximately 30 minutes drive
- Dinner:
Shore House - Indulge in seafood delicacies by the beach, around a 30-minute drive from the hotel
- Activity:
Al Wadi Nature Reserve - Explore the beauty of the desert wildlife on a guided tour, located within the resort premises
Day 2
- Breakfast:
Kaheela Restaurant - Start your day with a Middle Eastern and International buffet, located within the hotel
- Lunch:
1484 by Puro - Enjoy lunch with breathtaking views atop Jebel Jais, right next to the zipline
- Dinner:
Farmhouse - Return for a different menu or theme night, just 5 minutes away
- Activity:
Jebel Jais Flight - Experience the world's longest zipline, about a 90-minute drive from the hotel
Day 3
- Breakfast:
Moon Bar - Light breakfast with a view of the desert, within the hotel premises
- Lunch:
Lexington Grill - Savor steaks and seafood, located within the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, about 45 minutes drive
- Dinner:
Belgian Beer Cafe - Enjoy a variety of Belgian beers and hearty dishes, approximately 45 minutes drive
- Activity:
Al Hamra Mall - Shopping and entertainment, around 40 minutes drive
Banyan Tree Al Wadi