It’s true that any day, every day, can be special with the right person. However, Valentine’s Day comes with expectations. It’s the one day out of the year set aside especially for romance, after all.
If you’re out of ideas for Valentine’s Day, don’t worry! Here’s a list we put together of Ras Al Khaimah’s Valentine’s Day romantic experiences. Check it out, and take your pick. Make plans, and you’ll be all set.
Key Takeaways
- Book a staycation for the full Valentine’s Day experience.
- Supplement your stay with a bespoke dinner on the beach or in your suite.
- Book a table for brunch, a buffet, or a romantic dinner for two.
- Alternatively, you can celebrate with cocktails or afternoon tea.
- You can also spend the day at a spa, run a half marathon, hike, or attend a cooking or mixology class.
Romantic Staycation
It’s convenient, but lavish. Hassle-free, but indulgent. Get the full romantic experience by booking an all-frills staycation package for Valentine’s.
Luxury Villa Experience
- Location: Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: A luxurious pool villa staycation experience
- Inclusions: A Peninsula Sea View Pool Villa or an Over Water Pool Villa, daily breakfast, daily two-hour aperitivo with select drinks and canapés for two at Lobby Lounge (5:00-7:00 p.m.), floating breakfast for two (one-time), 60-minute spa treatment for two (one-time), a dedicated villa host, a reserved beach cabana with towels and refreshments, welcome amenity and departure gift
- Price: Starts at AED 4,500 per room per night for 2 adults and 2 kids
Call +971-7-204-2222 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Pool Villa Romance
- Location: Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: A Valentine’s stay package
- Inclusions: A two-bedroom Premium Villa with beach access and private pool, romantic villa decoration, a bottle of Prosecco, and a floating breakfast
- Date: Available 13-15 February
- Price: Starts at AED 7,800 per night
Email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Romantic Dinner
Nothing breathes romance more than a special dinner in a beautiful setting. Below are some of your romantic dinner options in Ras Al Khaimah.
Bespoke, Private Dinner
Sumptuous courses, a bottle of bubbly, the sound of the waves, and the glimmer of stars under a clear, night sky. A private dinner in a beachside setting set apart and created just for you and your loved one, is the best way to dine on Valentine’s.
Designer Dining by Anantara
- Location: Beach House, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: Private dinner for two with a bespoke set-up on the beach
- Inclusions: A set menu, five courses, a bottle of bubbly
- Date: 8-14 February
- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 5,000 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-50-182-4702 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Romantic Dinner on the Beach
- Location: On the beach, Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: Private candlelit dinner for two with a bespoke set-up on the beach
- Inclusions: Bespoke menu, including a bottle of Moët & Chandon and a bottle of Prosecco
- Availability: 13-15 February
- Price: Starts at AED 3,000 per couple
This is for in-house guests only. Advance booking is required. Email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Romantic Dinner
- Location: On the beach or in your suite, Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
- What it is: A candlelit sunset dinner on the beach or a private dinner set-up in your suite
- Inclusions: Dinner, a beautifully decorated table with floral arrangement, a glass of bubbly or wine (or a bottle of Champagne), Twirl for Sparkles experience
- Date: 1-28 February
- Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 2,000 per couple if with a glass of bubbly or wine, AED 2,700 per couple if with a bottle of Pommery Champagne
Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
Love by the Shore
- Location: On the beach, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: Dinner set-up by the sea
- Inclusions: A set menu, four courses, a bottle of Champagne
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 1,850 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
For Two, In Private
- Location: In your room or villa, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: A private dinner set-up in your room or villa
- Inclusions: A set menu, three courses, a bottle of Champagne
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 6:00 p.m. onwards
- Price: AED 1,499 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
Beachside Dinner
The swish of the powdery sand on your feet, the soothing crash of the waves on the shore, and the whisper of the cooling sea breeze in your ears make for a wonderful Valentine’s Day medley. It’s the perfect accompaniment to intimate and personal conversations.
Sea. Sunset. Someone Special.
- Location: Beach House, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: A beachside, candlelit dinner
- Inclusions: A set menu, four courses, a bottle of bubbly, a bouquet for the ladies
- Availability: 14 February
- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 1,400
Advance reservation is required. Call +971-50-182-4702 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Love Under the Stars
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-203-0104 or WhatsApp +971-56-995-4579 for inquiries and reservations.
Valentine’s Under the Sky
- Location: Ula Beach Club, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island
- What it is: Beachside dinner experience featuring live entertainment
- Inclusions: A sharing-style set menu for two with non-alcoholic sparkling wine or a bottle of Champagne
- Date: 14 February
- Price: AED 550 per couple if with non-alcoholic sparkling wine, or AED 1,050 per couple if with a bottle of champagne
Advance booking is required.
Restaurant Dinner
Flickering candlelight casts shadows on long-stemmed roses and ruby-red or sparkling white wine in crystal ware. Quiet music filters in, perhaps from a string quartet or a solo violin, present but unintrusive, providing an elegant backdrop for leisurely tête-à-têtes.
Dine. Wine. Valentine.
- Location: Mekong, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: Candlelit, shared dinner in an elegant restaurant that serves Asian flavors
- Inclusions: A set menu, five courses, a bottle of bubbly
- Availability: 14 February
- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 1,400 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-50-182-4702 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Love is in the Air: Vespa.
- Location: Vespa, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
- What it is: A romantic dinner in an Italian restaurant with overlooking views
- Inclusions: A set Italian menu, five courses, signature cocktails
- Availability: 14 February
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Price: AED 499 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-203-0104 or WhatsApp +971-56-995-4579 for inquiries and reservations.
Love in Every Bite
- Location: Réunion or Waka, Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
- What it is: A romantic dinner at a French brasserie (Réunion) or a Polynesian restaurant (Waka)
- Inclusions: A set menu, three courses, with a glass of bubbly or wine, live entertainment (violin at Réunion or Cuban Trio band at Waka)
- Date: 12-14 February
- Time: 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 550 per couple at Réunion or AED 750 per couple at Waka; +AED 195 per glass of Pommery Champagne
Advance booking is required.
Romantic Dinner at SOL Seafood Grill & Bar
- Location: SOL Seafood Grill & Bar, Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: Romantic dinner in an elegant seafood restaurant with sunset views and a seaside ambience
- Inclusions: Seafood menu, shared plates, two glasses of wine, special Valentine’s cocktails
- Date: 13-15 February
- Price: AED 2,000 per couple
Available for in-house guests only. Advance booking required.
A Night Made for Two
- Location: Boons Brasserie & Bar, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island
- What it is: An intimate Valentine’s dinner
- Inclusions: Curated set menu, a bottle of wine, live entertainment by a violinist or a saxophonist
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 499 per couple
Advance booking is required.
Romantic Weekend Valentine’s Dinner for Two
- Location: Zaitouna House, Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island
- What it is: Romantic candlelit dinner with sea views
- Inclusions: A set menu for two
- Date: 12-14 February
- Price: AED 399 per couple
Advance booking is required. WhatsApp +971-54-991-8863 for inquiries and reservations.
Where Love Blooms
- Location: Levant & Nar, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: A seaside dinner featuring Levantine cuisine
- Inclusions: A set menu, three courses, wine pairing
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 6:00 p.m. onwards
- Price: AED 799 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
Love at First Bite
- Location: NoHo Bar & Grill, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: An elegant dinner at a New York-inspired restaurant
- Inclusions: A set menu, three courses, wine pairing
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 6:00 p.m. onwards
- Price: AED 799 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
Afternoon Tea and Cocktails
Crumpets, delicate sandwiches, and lovely little cakes pair well with tea, coffee, or even bubbly. How about an all-encompassing sea view while bathing in the golden sunset and sipping on cocktails? Afternoon tea and cocktails are simply excellent mini-Valentine’s dates.
Sweet. Sip. Spoil.
- Location: Lobby Lounge, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: A special Valentine’s Day afternoon tea
- Inclusions: Pastries, finger sandwiches, sweets, premium teas, freshly brewed coffee, two glasses of bubbly, a bouquet of roses
- Date: 8-14 February
- Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 499 per couple
Call +971-50-182-4702 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
An Afternoon of Love & Indulgence
- Location: Citron Lounge, Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
- What it is: A love-infused afternoon tea
- Inclusions: Sweet and savory delicacies, drinks (optional bubbly)
- Date: 12-14 February
- Time: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 175 per couple, AED 220 if with a glass of bubbly
Call +971-7-209-6000 or message on WhatsApp at +971-54-233-9751 for reservations and inquiries.
Sunset Prosecco Valentine’s High Tea
- Location: Neo Sky Bar, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island
- What it is: Valentine’s Day sunset high tea with sparkling Prosecco and breathtaking sunset views
- Inclusions: High tea, sparkling Prosecco
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 350 per couple
Golden Hour Romance
- Location: Firepit at Waka, Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
- What it is: A romantic sunset and fireside cocktail
- Inclusions: A sharing canapé for two, glass of bubbly
- Date: 12-14 February
- Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 175 per couple
Call +971-7-209-6000 or message on WhatsApp at +971-54-233-9751 for reservations and inquiries.
Amour in a Glass
Brunch and Buffet
If you want more than three, four, or five courses, or if you have no fixed cuisine preferences, a brunch or buffet is a good alternative. A brunch or buffet is your ticket to a rousingly good time on Valentine’s.
Spin Into Brunchella
- Location: Beach House, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: A Mediterranean brunch by the sea
- Inclusions: Sharing platters, drinks, live music, a chance to spin the Brunchella wheel
- Date: Every Saturday, including 14 February
- Time: 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Price: AED 275 per person if with soft beverages, AED 395 per person if with house beverages, AED 650 per person if with house beverages and champagne
Advance booking is required. Call +971-50-628-3087 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Valentine’s Themed Islander’s Brunch
- Location: Vespa & Brasserie Terrace, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
- What it is: A lavish, all-you-can-eat Saturday Islander’s Brunch, “dressed up” for Valentine’s
- Inclusions: Unlimited food and free-flowing drinks (drinks vary by package)
- Hawaiian package: Juices, soft drinks, and mocktails
- Bahamas package: Juices, sparkling drinks, house beverages, spirits, and cocktails
- Kids package: Child-appropriate drinks
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 219 per person for the Hawaiian package, AED 319 per person for the Bahamas package, AED 125 per child aged six to 11 for the Kids package
Call +971-7-203-0104 or WhatsApp +971-56-995-4579 for inquiries and reservations.
Love & Brunch
- Location: Levant & Nar, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: A Valentine’s Day brunch by the sea
- Inclusions: Curated selection of Turkish and Lebanese dishes
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 175 per person
Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
From Saffar With Love
- Location: Saffar, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: A lavish Valentine’s day buffet dinner
- Inclusions: Buffet dinner
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Price: AED 185 per person
Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
Spa and Wellness Dates
Breathe, relax, refresh, and rejuvenate. Awaken your senses with massages, facials, and other treatments, and spend a whole day at the pool or the beach, on pause but together.
A Timeless Romance
- Location: Spa, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: An indulgent spa treatment
- Inclusions: 90 minutes of indulgence, including a rose-scented bath ritual, a relaxing massage, and a nourishing facial
- Availability: 10-16 February
- Time: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (operating hours)
- Price: AED 1,600 per couple
Call +971-7-204-2284 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Timeless Romance, Total Relaxation
- Location: Spa, Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
- What it is: A total relaxation package
- Inclusions: 90-minute couple massage, day pass to the pool and beach
- Date: 14-28 February
- Price: AED 1,199 per couple
Call +971-7-209-6000 or message on WhatsApp at +971-54-233-9751 for reservations and inquiries.
Roses & Romance
- Location: Spa, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island
- What it is: An indulgent Valentine’s Day spa surprise for someone special
- Inclusions: 60-minute relaxing massage, a glass of Prosecco, and a touch of romance (choice of single red rose, chocolate-dipped strawberries, or personalized card)
- Date: Throughout February
- Price: AED 449 per person
Love & Relax
- Location: Spa, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island
- What it is: Spa cabana and dining bundle
- Inclusions: 60-minute couple massage in a private cabana, Valentine’s set menu at Ula
- Date: Throughout February
- Price: AED 999 per couple
Note: The dinner component is unavailable on 14 February, so this one is more suitable as a pre- or post-Valentine’s Day date.
Romeo & Juliet Package
Call +971-7-204-9000 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
February Romance Escape
Call +971-56-603-5170 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Love in Balance
- Location: Spa, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: A wellness package for two
- Inclusions: 30 minutes of yoga, 30 minutes of immersive sound healing, 60 minutes of side-by-side massage
- Date: Throughout February
- Price: AED 1,500 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
Activity Dates
Candlelit dinners are a Valentine’s standard, but they’re not the only way to celebrate this day of romance. Learn to cook, mix drinks, run, or hike. Anything is romantic, as long as you’re together doing it.
Mixology Class
- Location: Beach House, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah
- What it is: A hands-on mixology class with a resident expert
- Inclusions: Cocktail recipe and ingredients, the three cocktails you’ll make, light snacks, water
- Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 475 per person
Advance booking is required. Call +971-50-182-4702 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Paired & Plated
- Location: Levant & Nar, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
- What it is: A hands-on, couple cooking class
- Inclusions: All ingredients, recipes, and the meal you prepare together
- Date: Throughout February
- Time: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Price: Starts at AED 500 per couple
Advance booking is required. Call +971-7-202-6780, WhatsApp +971-50-572-1204, or email [email protected].
RAK Night Market
- Location: RAK Exhibition Center
- What it is: Community event
- Attractions: Food stalls, shops, live entertainment, activities
- Date: Fridays through Saturdays, including 14 February
- Time: 4:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Price: Free admission; pay for food, shopping, and activities
RAK Half Marathon
- Location: Al Marjan Island
- What it is: A competitive running event attended by elite athletes from various parts of the globe
- Inclusions: Choice among the 2km fun run, 5km road race, 10km road race, and the half marathon event
- Date: 14 February
- Time: 6:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Price: From AED 74 for the fun run up to AED 295 for the half-marathon
Email [email protected] for inquiries.
The Loop Hike
- Location: Bear Grylls Explorers Camp
- What it is: A 9-kilometer guided hiking experience; challenging but accessible
- Inclusions: Wadi walk, light bouldering, a 15-20 minute hike up a steep incline, ridgeline walk with panoramic mountain views
- Date: 2nd Saturday of every month, including 14 February
- Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Price: AED 200 per person
Call +971-565-015-831 or email [email protected] for inquiries and reservations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a dress code for Valentine’s dinner?
There is no single dress code for Valentine’s dinner at Ras Al Khaimah, but dress according to your choice of restaurant. Fine-dining restaurants require formal attire: a suit, a dress shirt and a tie for men, and a cocktail dress or tailored separates for women. Bars, pubs, and beachside restaurants typically call for something more casual.
Are Valentine’s Day events in Ras Al Khaimah suitable for families or only couples?
There are Valentine’s Day events in Ras Al Khaimah that are suitable for families, and there are events that are only for couples. Romantic candlelit dinners and bespoke dinner set-ups are for couples. Brunches and buffets typically accept children. Call the restaurant before booking to confirm whether children are allowed.
Can I book a private beach dinner for two?
Yes, you can book a private beach dinner for two. Private beach dinner options include Designer Dining by Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah, Romantic Dinner by Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort, and Love by the Shore by InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa. Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah’s Romantic Dinner on the Beach is for in-house guests.
Romance Is in the Air at Ras Al Khaimah
Romance is alive and well at Ras Al Khaimah. Celebrate Valentine’s Day in style by booking a romantic staycation and making romantic dinner plans. You can also opt for other activities, such as a half marathon, a hike, afternoon tea, cocktails, brunch, or a buffet.
There’s so much you can do to make Valentine’s Day extra-special at Ras Al Khaimah. Make your Valentine’s Day plans now.
