5* Ras Al Khaimah luxury desert stay

The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, UAE

Property details

Experience a different side to the UAE with a pool villa escape to a luxurious five-star desert resort in scenic Ras Al Khaimah – includes breakfast, optional dinner, bike rental and a daily falcon show.
  • Ritzy business: In true Ritz-Carlton style, no expense has been spared in creating this desert resort in Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost of the UAE’s emirates. This five-star outpost in the dunes is situated on the edge of a wadi on a 1200-acre gated private nature reserve that’s home to oryx, gazelle and camels. Guests can make the most of their stay with visits to the equestrian centre, adventure centre, a falconry school and the spa.

  • Embrace serenity: The spa is a highlight, offering the unique hydrothermal experience of ‘The Rainforest’, with saunas, plunge pools and therapy baths. Personalised treatments can be selected from a tailored menu of rituals, facials, massages and body therapies. There’s also a fitness centre, an outdoor swimming pool and a children’s pool – the latter can also enjoy craft sessions, pony patting and more at the fabulous Ritz-Kids Club.

  • Dining in the desert: A delectable face awaits at every one of the resort’s dining establishments. At Zuma, dine on refined Japanese izakaya with sharing style dishes, sushi and robata grills. Everyday dining can be enjoyed at Kaheela, where Middle Eastern flavours can be sampled in buffet and a la carte dishes. There’s also Farmhouse by two Michelin-starred chef Syrco Bakker, views of the equestrian centre from The Paddock Café and light bites at the Oasis Pool Bar.

How to get there

The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is located in Wadi Khadeja, on the edge of the desert. You'll be about 25 minutes' drive from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, 40 minutes from Sharjah International Airport, and around an hour's drive from Dubai International Airport.

Good to know

Please note that The Rainforest in the spa is temporarily closed.


Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

  • Ritzy business: In true Ritz-Carlton style, no expense has been spared in creating this desert resort in Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost of the UAE’s emirates. This five-star outpost in the dunes is situated on the edge of a wadi on a 1200-acre gated private nature reserve that’s home to oryx, gazelle and camels. Guests can make the most of their stay with visits to the equestrian centre, adventure centre, a falconry school and the spa.

  • Embrace serenity: The spa is a highlight, offering the unique hydrothermal experience of ‘The Rainforest’, with saunas, plunge pools and therapy baths. Personalised treatments can be selected from a tailored menu of rituals, facials, massages and body therapies. There’s also a fitness centre, an outdoor swimming pool and a children’s pool – the latter can also enjoy craft sessions, pony patting and more at the fabulous Ritz-Kids Club.

  • Dining in the desert: A delectable face awaits at every one of the resort’s dining establishments. At Zuma, dine on refined Japanese izakaya with sharing style dishes, sushi and robata grills. Everyday dining can be enjoyed at Kaheela, where Middle Eastern flavours can be sampled in buffet and a la carte dishes. There’s also Farmhouse by two Michelin-starred chef Syrco Bakker, views of the equestrian centre from The Paddock Café and light bites at the Oasis Pool Bar.

How to get there

The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is located in Wadi Khadeja, on the edge of the desert. You'll be about 25 minutes' drive from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, 40 minutes from Sharjah International Airport, and around an hour's drive from Dubai International Airport.

Good to know

Please note that The Rainforest in the spa is temporarily closed.


Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Location and what's nearby

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The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, Al Mazraa Wadi Khadija - Al Ashish - Ras Al Khaimah - United Arab Emirates

Ras Al Khaimah is a small but rising emirate in the UAE, just under an hour north of Dubai. It’s quite different to its neighbours to the south, however, with less of the glitz and glamour and more authentic buildings and experiences. Staying in the desert is the ideal way to experience a different side to the UAE, where you can enjoy incredible views of the mountains, spend time outside in the splendour of the terracotta dunes and try your hand at thrilling activities, such as horse riding, falconry, desert biking and stargazing. At night is when the desert reveals its full beauty: the unspoilt horizons of the 1200-acre protected reserve ensure you have magnificent views of the night sky.