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15 Jun 2017 by Rachid
Thank you very much for the great review . Regards Rachid Bakas Rooms Division Manager
All-inclusive room rates at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Some rates at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities. Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara such as a complimentary children's club and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts and a 24-hour fitness centre. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Sir Bani Yas Island hotel.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wired internet access (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Wired internet access - surcharge
Free self parking
Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can enjoy buffet breakfast for a fee.
The Palm – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and only serves breakfast.
Amwaj – This beachfront seafood restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Al Shams Restaurant and B – This poolside restaurant serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
The Lounge – This bar specialises in local and international cuisine. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.
A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the hotel. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Anantara Spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Special check-in instructions:
Guests must transfer via Boat to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are required to download the property's AL HOSN UAE mobile app before check-in. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
This property is located on an island approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) off the coast of Abu Dhabi, accessible only by boat. Guests must contact the resort 1 day in advance to arrange transportation from Jebel Dhanna Jetty (20 minutes away by boat). Daily departure from Jebel Dhanna Jetty to Sir Bani Yas Island: noon, 3 PM, 6 PM, and 11 PM. Daily departure from Sir Bani Yas Island: 9 AM, 1 PM, 4 PM, and 8 PM. Please note that the boat transfers are subject to availability, weather conditions, and clearance from Abu Dhabi Ports Authority. This property provides ground transportation to and from the island boat station, as well as transportation around the island (included in the resort fee).
All guests are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in. A valid passport with UAE entry stamp, UAE Emirates ID, and GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) ID are accepted.
Guests are required to have the AL HOSN UAE App installed on their mobile devices. Guests may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
To get to the property, guests need to transfer by Boat. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 24 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are required to download the property's AL HOSN UAE mobile app before check-in. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash.
For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
