NEED TO KNOW
- First desert resort in the United Arab Emirates to offer all-pool villas
- 101 pool-villas reflecting the traditional mud brick architecture of Ras Al Khaimah or the nomadic tent style of Bedouin tribes
- Wealth of activities - Banyan Tree Spa Al Wadi, wildlife viewing, falconry mews and private beach club
- Exquisite dining options especially your personal butler & chef at your private dining platform at the Western & Arabian BBQs
- Children's Club for those aged 4years offering bedtime stories under the stars
- We recommend the Al Rimal Deluxe Pool Villas with their amazing views of the lush oasis
THE HOTEL
Amid stretches of desert sand in tranquil Wadi Khadeja, an oasis of peace awaits at Banyan Tree Al Wadi. A sanctuary surrounded by the evergreen ghaf tree. Experience magical Arabian nights and the romance of living like nomads, complete with Asian-inspired hydrotherapy spa facilities, a dedicated nature reserve, a private beach club and an 18-hole championship golf course.
The activities on offer are outstanding with the world-renowned Banyan Tree Spa or a round of golf at the Al Hamra course to a class in falconry, horseback-riding, camel safaris and bike trails. An Arabian wildlife experience awaits within the nature reserve, home to local desert fauna such as Arabian gazelles, camels and oryxes, offering you a unique opportunity to interact with and observe these gentle creatures up close.
The Beach Club offers a selection of recreational activities like snorkelling, water-skiing, wake-boarding and sailing in the shimmering turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. Schooner-chartering, fishing and scuba-diving trips can also be organised. If you prefer to lounge by the private beach may do so in comfort at the Beach Club's bar.
Dining at Banyan Tree Al Wadi offers a fantastic choice of venues whether you want the Al Waha international and Arabic Specialities or Banyan Tree's signature restaurant Saffron offering authentic Thai cuisine. They are complimented by the Samar Lounge a double-story cove bathed in neon light serving delicious cocktails. After dark head to the Moon Bar on the roof terrace and immerse yourself in your surroundings whilst enjoying shisha.
For that romantic dinner ascend to the dramatic Saffron Tower where a personal chef and butler await amidst soft sand dunes and the resort's Bedouin tented villas. A symphony of oriental flavours will please your palate, while you enjoy complete privacy.
We recommend the Al Rimal Deluxe Pool Villas with their amazing views of the lush oasis and the Beachfront Pool Villas for their location.
This is my first booking with A & K and the whole experiance was outstanding. I would say it was 110%.
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