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Elegant hotel restaurant with large windows and modern interior featuring wooden beams.
Luxury hotel terrace with stylish seating areas and sunset view over the landscape.
Outdoor dining area with a set table and chairs against a garden backdrop.
Bright restaurant with large windows, elegant chairs, and a chandelier on the ceiling.
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Modern hotel lobby with cozy seating area, large bed, and intricate oriental wall decoration.
Modern bathroom with freestanding bathtub, large mirror, and window overlooking greenery.
Elegant hotel room with sofa, desk, and pool view through a large glass door.
Covered seating area with rattan furniture overlooking a pool and outdoor trees.
Elegant hotel room with large bed, seating area, and soft carpets under warm lighting.
Modern seating area under a canopy with a view of pool and landscape.
Luxury hotel room with freestanding bathtub and curtains around the bed.
Outdoor bed with wooden frame overlooking pool and beach under clear blue sky.
Vereinigte Arabische Emirate ∙ Region Ras Al Khaimah ∙ Ras Al Khaimah

The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert *****+
Tour operator category

DXB044
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Highlights

  • Exclusive 5-star resort located in a private desert nature reserve.
  • 109 detached villas featuring private pools and traditional Arabian architecture.
  • Rainforest Spa offering hydro-treatments and specialized massages.
  • Complimentary transfer and beach access at the partner hotel by the sea.
  • Culinary variety across several restaurants including the Farmhouse.

Location

The exclusive The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is nestled in the vast, tranquil desert landscape of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah and is part of a private nature reserve. The surroundings are characterized by rolling dunes, indigenous vegetation, and a species-rich wildlife, which gives the resort a particularly secluded and nature-oriented atmosphere. Away from urban centers, the location offers ideal conditions for relaxation and privacy. At the same time, the city center of Ras Al Khaimah with its shopping opportunities and cultural sights is reachable in about 34 km.
Dubai Airport is approximately 80 km away.
Modern buildings in a desert landscape at sunset with blue sky and clouds.
Two people on safari with off-road vehicle as antelopes graze in dry savanna landscape.
Two people ride camels in a desert landscape at sunset.

Facilities

Rooftop terrace with seating and sunset view at a vacation spot.
Terrace with set tables and chairs overlooking a dry, vegetated landscape.
Elegant hotel restaurant with large windows and modern interior featuring wooden beams.
Luxury hotel terrace with stylish seating areas and sunset view over the landscape.
Outdoor dining area with a set table and chairs against a garden backdrop.
Bright restaurant with large windows, elegant chairs, and a chandelier on the ceiling.
Large outdoor pool with lounge chairs and shaded areas under a blue sky at a hotel resort.
Modern outdoor pool with seating areas and daybeds in a hotel garden during daylight.
Cozy outdoor lighting and seating area under a starry sky in the desert at night.
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is designed as an exclusive villa resort and blends harmoniously into the surrounding desert landscape with its traditional Arabian architecture. The property consists of a central main building and a total of 109 detached villas, which are spread widely across the site and offer a high degree of privacy. Many of the villas have their own pools, spacious terraces, and views of the natural surroundings of the reserve. Culinary-wise, the resort offers a varied selection of restaurants: The buffet restaurant Kaheela serves international dishes as well as regional specialties, including delicacies from the traditional charcoal oven. At Farmhouse by Syrco, under the direction of Syrco Bakker, the focus is on high-quality, seasonal ingredients and modern interpretations. The offer is complemented by the Asian-inspired Gobi as well as the Paddock Café, which, in addition to light meals, also offers a wide view over the desert landscape. Further facilities include several pools, including quiet retreats in the middle of the resort, as well as an extensive spa and wellness area with various treatments (for a fee). Sports and leisure activities include a fitness area and yoga sessions.

Accommodation

Al Rimal Deluxe Pool Villa

All villas are comfortably and luxuriously furnished in an Arabian style. They have their own pool and a furnished sun terrace. They are equipped with separate living and sleeping areas, a walk-in wardrobe, a freestanding bathtub, a separate rain shower, WC, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, LCD TV, DVD player, Wi-Fi (free of charge), telephone, minibar, safe, and coffee/tea maker. (PVD/PVE, approx. 158 m²).
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased safety risk for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Modern hotel lobby with cozy seating area, large bed, and intricate oriental wall decoration.
Modern bathroom with freestanding bathtub, large mirror, and window overlooking greenery.
Elegant hotel room with sofa, desk, and pool view through a large glass door.
Covered seating area with rattan furniture overlooking a pool and outdoor trees.
Elegant hotel room with large bed, seating area, and soft carpets under warm lighting.
Modern seating area under a canopy with a view of pool and landscape.
Luxury hotel room with freestanding bathtub and curtains around the bed.
Outdoor bed with wooden frame overlooking pool and beach under clear blue sky.

Al Khaimah Tented Pool Villa

The villas (TPV/TPE) are approx. 253 m² in size and feature a living and sleeping area, a bathroom, WC, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, LCD TV, DVD player, Wi-Fi (free of charge), telephone, minibar, safe, coffee/tea maker, a walk-in wardrobe, and a large outdoor area with seating and a private pool. The villas are built in the style of a Bedouin tent.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased safety risk for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Meals

Breakfast

Rich à la carte breakfast in the "Al Kaheela" restaurant.

Bright restaurant with large windows, elegant chairs, and a chandelier on the ceiling.

Half Board

Rich à la carte breakfast in the "Al Kaheela" restaurant.
Additionally lunch or dinner as part of the Dine-Around in buffet form or as a menu (subject to occupancy) in one of the following restaurants: "Kaheela", "Gobi Restaurant", "Farmhouse", "Oasis Pool & Bar", "Paddock Cafe"

Full Board

Rich à la carte breakfast in the "Al Kaheela" restaurant.
Additionally lunch and dinner as part of the Dine-Around in buffet form or as a menu (subject to occupancy) in one of the following restaurants: "Kaheela", "Gobi Restaurant", "Farmhouse", "Oasis Pool & Bar", "Paddock Cafe"

Sports included

Fitness center and yoga studio.
Several people practicing shooting at an outdoor range in a dry, tree-filled landscape.
Two cyclists ride on a sandy path with trees under a blue sky.
Green lawn with seating and a tent in front of a sand dune in the desert.
Bright gym with equipment and large windows overlooking snow-covered trees.
Woman sits relaxed on couch in bright room with patterned windows and green view.
Person practicing yoga in a bright room with large windows overlooking a garden.

Sports for a fee

Mountain bikes, sandboarding, and archery.

Wellness

A woman is receiving a back massage in a dimly lit room.
Circular room with blue lighting and white bench around a round pool.
A stone fountain embedded in a cavern wall with water forming a white foamy surface.
Person relaxes in a blue, modern pool within a stylish hotel setting.
Person in white towel sits before lit mirror in luxurious bathroom with bathtub.
Woman receiving a massage on a comfortable table in a relaxed spa setting with warm lighting.
Luxurious hotel room with two beds, oriental decor, and warm lighting.
Person swimming alone in an illuminated pool with a waterfall wall.
Luxurious hotel lounge area with natural wood, green wall plants, and soft lighting.
Elegant hotel bathroom with freestanding bathtub and two loungers, warm wood accents.
In the "Rainforest Spa", hydro-treatments as well as massages and various treatments are offered for a fee.

Hotel service

Complimentary transfer and beach access at "Ritz Carlton Al Hamra Beach".

Credit card

Deposit: Upon check-in, a credit card or a cash amount may be required for unforeseen expenses.

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides guidance to make conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards cover social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Earthcheck

Hotelhinweis

From 01.11.2015, every guest staying in a hotel room in Ras Al Khaimah is required to pay a fee to the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, similar to a tourist tax. The fee must be paid exclusively on-site in cash upon check-out. Prices apply per room per night:
- 5 Star Hotel 20 AED (approx. 5 €)
- 4 Star Hotel 15 AED (approx. 3.50 €)
- 3 Star Hotel 10 AED (approx. 2.50 €)
- 2 Star Hotel 10 AED (approx. 2.50 €)
- 1 Star Hotel 7 AED (approx. 1.70 €)
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In the U.A.E., most rooms are equipped with one King Size bed or two Queen Size or 2 single beds. For an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 child, accommodation is provided with 1 King Size bed and, subject to availability, an extra bed/sofa bed (partly for a fee). For 2 adults and 2 children, accommodation is provided with 2 Queen Size beds or 1 King Size bed as well as 1 or 2 extra/sofa beds (depending on availability and room size, and partly for a fee).
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Please note that check-in at this hotel is possible from the age of 18. Alcoholic beverages are only served to those aged 21 and over.
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Group bookings (from 10 rooms) can only be booked on request.
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For flights departing between midnight and 4 a.m., the hotel stay ends at 12 noon on the previous day. Late check-out available on-site for a fee.

Zusatzhinweis

In the "High Class" 2026 catalog on page 250.

Destination information

In the United Arab Emirates, continuous growth leads to various construction projects.
As a result, there may be visual and acoustic disturbances in some areas. These construction activities are part of the continuous development and modernization of the country.

Seasonal information

During the fasting month of Ramadan, there may be restrictions on hotel operations. In addition, hotels often use this time for maintenance and minor renovation work, which may cause disruptions such as pool closures, etc. Furthermore, some restaurants may be closed, as meals are not served everywhere.
The entertainment program at the hotel is either canceled or restricted.

Tour operator category

5,5 Suns *****+

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 10.07.2026 11:52