Qasr Al Sarab Resort and Spa by Anantara

Victoria Robinson

I first went to Qasr Al Sarab some 9 years ago and LOVED this hotel. Coming back 9 years later I was just as wowed by the amazing place and location. The hotel and setting is staggeringly beautiful. At the edge of an infinity pool staring into the desert, climbing the sand dunes to see the sun set, lanterns lit at night against the fairy tail hotel, you feel like you’re in a movie. The two teenage boys in our party went on one of the free activities: fat biking in the desert at sun rise, which they were thrilled by. I understand there are also more exciting plans for the hotel. A climbing wall, an outside gym (the inside new gym looks massive!) and more. We had a few glitches when we first arrived at the hotel, but management were amazing at resolving these and bar our reluctance to leave such a beautiful, beautiful place we left happy, happy guests.

Ricky Kohli

My recent stay at Qasr al Sarab was nothing short of extraordinary. Tucked away in the heart of the desert, this resort offers a unique blend of luxury, nature, and serenity. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the sweeping views of the endless dunes and the tranquil beauty of the surrounding landscape. Location & Ambiance: The resort is beautifully situated in an oasis, surrounded by vast desert sands and dramatic mountain backdrops. The architecture of the resort blends seamlessly with its environment, featuring earthy tones and a design that pays homage to the local culture. The serene atmosphere is perfect for unwinding and reconnecting with nature. Rooms: We stayed in one of the desert villas, which was both spacious and elegantly designed. The room featured large windows that allowed us to enjoy panoramic views of the desert right from our bed. The private terrace with a plunge pool was a fantastic touch, allowing us to cool off during the hot afternoons while gazing at the endless horizon. The room had all the modern amenities one would expect from a luxury resort, and the bed was incredibly comfortable.

Ulla und Rudolf Klötscher

Fantastic unique desert resort! “Qasr Al Sarab” was and is for us one of the best places in the world - its quiet location in the middle of the breathtaking desert with amazing views and access to the big dunes is fabulous already, but the luxurious resort itself is great as well - amazing architecture and design, spacious rooms, many wonderful details - and maximum privacy in the exclusive unique private pool villas with excellent butlers. So you can just relax, enjoy the 2 big pools and the SPA treatments, or do various kind of sports and other activities. Besides that various gorgeous restaurants and bars leave no wish open. Great also the sustainability in the resort - no plastic bags or water bottles. And last but not least: We really love the desert and the resort itself, but like always most important are the people, who make the difference… and here Qasr Al Sarab’s entire staff is really amazing - everybody is very kind, attentive and caring. So you feel immediately warmly welcome and are treated not only like a guest, but more than a dear friend or family member. They remember your name and try to fulfill even special wishes to make you happy => big compliments! Therefore we again enjoyed our stay very much and are looking very much forward to coming back soon! PS. Check upfront, if there are any construction works with noise or limitation of areas! And if you want to enjoy the outdoor areas, best time might be from November until March, otherwise it’s very hot and in the summer season some restaurants or other areas are closed. Recommendation: The private pool villas - the ultimate experience!

Roshan Kumar

There's no doubt it's a very nice hotel but it can do better. If you're travelling from Dubai the standard of hotels is very high and there are small details that could be improved. Overall the staff are good but F&B service is slow or understaffed in the restaurants, staff could be better trained, and the food is very average - don't call french fries triple cooked chips if they are french fries. I also don't appreciate the fact that I was asked to leave a deposit and I still haven't received it back several days later - I don't want to have to chase these sorts of things.

Rachel Horgan

I'd have given the location more stars if I was able. Absolutely stunning views from the villa. Staff were lovely, friendly and efficient. Even though the hotel was large, unless you were in the restaurants, we wouldn't have known it was busy. Perfect for relaxed half term sunshine.