Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah

A Luxury Waterfront Destination in Ras Al Khaimah

White-sand beaches, mangroves, and luxury resorts, you can find all of these at this waterfront destination in Ras Al Khaimah. Mina Al Arab is a luxurious island sanctuary showcasing nature and Arabian hospitality.

Mina Al Arab’s first luxury resort, InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa, immerses its guests in Ras Al Khaimah’s beauty and puts Mina Al Arab on the lifestyle destination map. Located on Hayat Island, between Al Hamra and Downtown Ras Al Khaimah, and straddling two peninsulas, the resort is surrounded by the calm waters of the Arabian Gulf and has its own private beach.

The beach has soft, white sand, one of the best white-sand beaches in Ras Al Khaimah. Just as spectacular are the resort’s impressive views of the Hajar mountain range and its highest peak, Jebel Jais.

Guests are spoiled with a world-class spa, sea-facing rooms, suites, and outstanding beachside villas with pools, which are ideal for families, as well as club rooms with extra privileges, including a private pool and exclusive dining experience.

The dining options complete the experience. These include New York-inspired NoHo Bar and Grill with its fun sharing platters and mixologist specials, beach club Shasha Pool and Beach Bar with its alfresco bites and cool DJ beats, and contemporary restaurant Levant & Nar with its Levantine cuisine and breathtaking 360-degree sea views. 

Popular with visitors and residents who appreciate island living at its finest, the resort’s facilities also include Planet Trekkers and a Teens Club, a health club, a fitness studio and a floodlit tennis court. There are also inspirational event spaces for epic celebrations and functions, including intimate meetings, gala dinners, balls, and weddings.

Private Beach and Sea Views

Wake up to the call of the waves, take in the mesmerizing sea or mangrove views, and dive directly into the warm water of the Arabian Gulf below by staying in one of the overwater villas at Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah. One of the luxury resorts in Mina Al Arab, this 5-star property has 174 rooms, suites, and villas, including overwater villas, the first of their kind in the emirate.

Enhancing Mina Al Arab’s reputation as a foodie haven, the Maldivian-style resort has an Asian restaurant, Mekong, which is known for its exceptional Thai, Chinese, and Vietnamese cuisine. Perched on the water’s edge, Mekong has an iconic al fresco dining terrace. Other dining options include the international restaurant, Sea Breeze, with a terrace overlooking the mangroves of Mina Al Arab’s coastal wetlands and nature reserve, the Mediterranean restaurant, Beach House, which serves seafood, grills, and cocktails on the beach, and Jalabar, which serves poolside snacks and cocktails.  

A destination fashioned to meet the lifestyle needs of visitors and residents alike, the resort has a world-class spa with signature spa journeys, seven treatment rooms, and separate facilities (e.g., relaxation area, sauna, steam room, and whirlpool) for men and women. The resort also has a health club, yoga studios, tennis courts, and a private golden sand beach with water sports and activities.

Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah has some of the best water activities in Ras Al Khaimah. They include jet skiing, water skiing, parasailing, flyboarding, jet boarding, pedal boating, and stand-up paddleboarding.

A Gateway to Ras Al Khaimah

Thanks to its convenient and central location, Mina Al Arab is a great base from which to explore Ras Al Khaimah and everything that the emirate offers, from culture and heritage to adventures in the mountains, sea, or desert.

From Hayat Island, you can charter a yacht and sail off into the sunset. You can also rent a kayak and explore the shores of Mina Al Arab, especially its coastal wetlands and nature reserve.

Journey back in time by heading up the coast to Al Rams, Ras Al Khaimah’s northernmost neighborhood. Visit the Suwaidi Pearl Farm to learn about the UAE’s centuries-old pearl-fishing tradition and heritage. Walk around the fishing village, jump on board a traditional pearl-fishing boat, and discover why the shallow bay and mangroves are important.

Nearby, located at the foot of the mountains and the center of a lush oasis, is Dhayah Fort, a 19th-century hill fortress on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. It used to be a settlement and a fort that stood guard over the fertile plains. Climb to the top just before sunset for breathtaking sunset views of the verdant date palm trees and the sea.

Travel deeper into the mountains and up the UAE’s highest peak, Jebel Jais, for a raft of outdoor activities and adventure experiences. At Bear Grylls Explorers Camp, learn essential survival skills and try abseiling, rock climbing, hiking, and archery. Experience the world’s longest zipline, Jais Flight, and dine above the clouds at  1484 by Puro, which is located 1,484 meters above sea level and is the UAE’s highest restaurant.

Another day, you can make your way to the desert dunes of Ras Al Khaimah. Desert activities to try include dune bashing, dune buggy riding, and quad biking. You can also experience the nomadic Bedouin lifestyle by visiting a desert camp, such as the Bedouin Oasis Camp or the Bassata Desert Village.

How to Get to Mina Al Arab

Mina Al Arab is around 30 minutes away by car from the Ras Al Khaimah Airport via Sheikh Saqr Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi Road/E18 and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311. It is around 20 minutes from the city center via Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem Street/E11 and around 30 minutes from Al Marjan Island via Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road/E311. 

Travelling to Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah from the other emirates is easy and straightforward through Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd/E311. It’s only a little over an hour away from Dubai via this route.

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