Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Hotels & Resorts

Adventure, sanctuary and indulgence await your guests on an 87 square kilometre island in the Arabian Gulf. Sir Bani Yas is the largest natural island in the United Arab Emirates, with unspoilt sand and exotic wildlife. The island is home to numerous archaeological sites and was originally established as a royal nature reserve in 1971 by the founder of the UAE. In addition to the marvellous landscape and fascinating inhabitants, Sir Bani Yas Island is home to three luxurious Anantara resorts.

Formerly Anantara Al Yamm Villa Resort is reminiscent of an old pearl fishing village on the east coast. Its elegant 30 villas, located directly on the sandy beach, overlooking the ocean and the mangroves, convey a feeling of peace and serenity.

Formerly Anantara Al Sahel Villa Resort is located in the middle of an Arabian game park with an African lodge ambience. Sahel Villa Resort is an indigenous oasis in the middle of a lush savannah with 30 opulent villas and unrivalled views of nature.

Formerly Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara was the royal guesthouse of the founder of the UAE and has 64 family-friendly rooms, suites and palatial villas. Embellished with eye-catching Arabian accents, the resort is home to international cuisine, a world-class spa and meeting facilities.

The island can be reached within 2.5 hours from Abu Dhabi, including a boat transfer of approx. 20 minutes.

On the island, guests can choose from 5 restaurants serving Oriental, African and Italian cuisine. Fresh seafood dishes are served directly on the beach.

Inspired by Thai traditions and Arabic rituals that have been perfected over time, the spa at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara offers a range of treatments to regenerate and revitalise.

At the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara children's club, young guests can have fun and give free rein to their creativity.

Your guests will experience exciting adventures with the local wildlife on Sir Bani Yas Island. Whether activities on land or at sea, guests can choose from a wide range of unique excursions such as safari tours, falcon show, horse riding, snorkelling, kayaking, etc.

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