Desert Islands Resort and Spa by Anantara

Abdallah El-Khatib

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the resort. The rooms are spacious, the services are well maintained, the customer service was excellent, and the experience provided is unique. Having friendly animals all over the island is really interesting, you get to experience a more nature connected life without compensating on our daily privileges. It is quite a trip to reach though, but it was worth it. The room was a little humid, but it didn't ruin my experience.

Federica Micheli

We had a peaceful and chill long weekend with friends. We really needed a quiet few days away from Dubai. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the food was also really good - especially the buffet selection. There was a lot of maintenance happening, which is fine, but maybe that could be done in the off-season. We got involved with some of the activities on the island, and there was plenty for us to choose from. We took the safari ride, mountain biking, horseback riding and kayaking. All were very good generally, however the kayaking was disappointing - we didn’t experience it as it was advertised. We understand it depends on high or low tide, but if that was the case it would’ve been better for organizers to change plans.

D C

A special place in the Arabian Gulf, while it was always going to be a long drive from Dubai the serenity the resort provided was well worth the journey. We saw the resident rock Hyrax's and Gazelles and enjoyed the infinity pool looking out onto the ocean. The food was excellent plenty of choice and really good quality too. Turning to the rooms, spacious, clean and comfy beds with nice pillows. Saving the best for last - the staff are fantastic, all caring for us from the second we arrived and making an effort so we had a great stay. Some went above and beyond and making a special call out to the manager of the rooms who saw to it that a special request was met. Thank you to all at the Desert Islands Resort for making us have a memorable stay.

Adnan Amiri

Very relaxing and quiet resort, suitable for families with small children. Available Activities were numerous but a bit pricey. Food options were all very good. Service was on point, special mention for Harish from the housekeeping team for being extra helpful and friendly.

Hamayun Ayub

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa, and overall, it was a memorable experience. The journey to the island on the allocated boat, however, was less than ideal. The boat was uncomfortable, and the seats were incredibly uncomfortable, making the half-hour ride feel like an eternity. I highly recommend that the hotel consider upgrading their boats to ensure a more comfortable and enjoyable transfer experience for guests. Once on the island, the beauty and luxury of the resort quickly made up for the boat ride. The rooms were lavish and comfortable, providing the perfect retreat after a day of exploration. However, I do believe that the hotel could benefit from offering more activities on the premises. While the desert safari was a fantastic experience, having more activities within the resort would provide guests with more options and enhance their overall stay. Additionally, the hotel's restaurant, while offering delicious food, was the only dining option on the island. Having more dining options would provide guests with greater variety and a chance to explore different culinary experiences in same premises. No activities rather than to book a safari ride only