Aerial view of the pool area at Qasr Al Sarab Resort & Spa

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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

A Luxurious Oasis in Abu Dhabi’s Empty Quarter

Nestled among towering dunes on the edge of the Rub’ al Khali, Anantara Qasr Al Sarab blends timeless Arabian design with world-class luxury, wellness, and desert adventure.

Setting
Rub’ al Khali
World's largest sand desert
Vibe
Desert luxury
Traditional design, modern service
Experience
Safari + stargazing
Dune drives, camel trek
Guests
~400 guests
140 rooms, 14 suites, 53 pool villas
  • 5-star accommodation
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • ABC Trips Fave
  • Experiential Learning Adventure
  • Family-Friendly
  • Wildlife Encounters

Perched amid the endless dunes of the Rub’ al Khali (Empty Quarter), Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort & Spa is one of the Middle East’s most dramatic luxury escapes. The resort’s architecture channels traditional Arabian fortresses, crafted in warm stone and wood that mirror the shifting colors of the desert sands. From the moment you arrive—through gates that blur the line between myth and reality—you feel transported into a world both elemental and refined.

Service at Qasr Al Sarab feels personal and intuitive, rooted in regional hospitality but elevated by Anantara’s distinct brand of understated luxury. Days here are shaped by experiences that pair adrenaline with serenity: sunrise camel treks and dune drives across the Empty Quarter, followed by restorative spa rituals inspired by traditional desert wellness practices. By night, the expansive sky overhead becomes part of the experience as stars spill across horizons untouched by city light.

Whether you’re seeking dramatic landscapes, cultural immersion, or simply the quiet sophistication of a desert retreat, Qasr Al Sarab is an extraordinary place to slow down, reconnect with nature, and redefine what luxury means at the edge of the world.

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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara on film

The 5-Star Hotel Hidden In The Abu Dhabi Desert

From Dubai to Abu Dhabi, we explore the United Arab Emirates by sea, air, and desert—culture, cuisine, epic dunes, and a night at a world-class Anantara hotel.

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