Qsar Al Sarab Desert Resort By Anantara is one of the most luxurious, exclusive and beautiful hotels in the world and is located in Rub’Al Khali, a 1.5 hours drive from Abu Dhabi. For our honeymoon, my husband and I would like to avoid the busy tourist area from the City. We have spent most of our time at the desert, exploring the Anantara resort.
ANANTARA ROYAL PAVILION POOL VILLA
Anantara Qsar Al Sara offers 140 rooms, 14 suites and 52 villas.
We had a Anantara Royal Pavilion Pool Villa and the room was huge, including a deluxe terrace with a Bali bed and an outdoor shower. The surrounding landscape and dunes are breath-taking and can be seen directly from the villa. The dunes and pool were a perfect combination, to refresh from the hot desert sun.
When we arrived at the hotel, the staff was already waiting for us. The staff guided us to the Lobby, giving us refreshment towels and welcome drinks – Middle East’s coffee upon check-in. We immediately fell in love being in the middle of nowhere.
Don’t worry about feeling bored in the resort. They had a lot of activities offered by the hotel (cooking class, yoga, camel ride, desert hiking etc).
BUFFET BREAKFAST IN AL WAHA RESTAURANT
The breakfast was delicious, offering a great selection: Western, Middle East and Asian style. Live station for pan cakes, eggs, noodle soup and and freshly squeezed juices. Really food for every continent, for everyone, so you won’t miss a thing. Every morning was enjoyable, when looking at the desert while having a cup of coffee. I would suggest you to sit outdoors.
SUNSET DINNER IN SUHAIL RESTAURANT
Food and drinks are a little bit pricy, but we believe that is due to the hotels costs of operating in the middle of the desert, with at least 200 km distance to the nearest city. The cocktails and the food were superb, the view and night sky was magnificent.
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SUNSET IN THE WORLD
Enjoyed the most beautiful sunset in my life and never felt so close to the sun, it looks like the sun is directly in front of me.
Honestly, I would say Anantara is more than a 5 start hotel resort, the staff is very friendly and helpful, you can call your private butler 24/7 and they will drive you anywhere in the hotel or provide you with room service. They prepared fresh fruits and dates in our vill, surprised us with a lovely chocolate mousse cake to congratulate for our honeymoon.
Qsar Al Saraq Anantara Resort is absolutely stunning. We wished we could stay longer here. Let me know in the comments if you have been here or if you are planning a trip there!
Namra says
July 21, 2018 at 2:39 pmdayuuum that pool tho! i think i would need abit more adventure, however, i can see this could be perfect for a honeymoon (i’m just not there yet :P).
Jessica Baker says
July 21, 2018 at 9:13 pmIs that fresh honeycomb? Very cool! You don’t see that being offered often. Looks like a beautiful, secluded resort.
Lindsey says
July 22, 2018 at 2:12 amOh my gosh! This looks like heaven! I’m so adding this resort to my bucket list. Thank you for sharing with us!
Bella says
July 22, 2018 at 9:11 amWow, what a great post! Lovely photos too.
Juli says
July 22, 2018 at 12:19 pmI hope to visit this lovely pace one day soon
Cristina says
July 22, 2018 at 12:40 pmThis looks so peaceful, giving me such wanderlust! It’s nice there’s lots of activities to do as well
Adaezeboltbethel says
July 22, 2018 at 12:51 pmWhat a beautiful and peaceful place to spend the summer but I can’t fly there now because I’m enjoying my summer in Italy and I hope to visit this place sometimes next year. Great post.
Abhishek Srivastava says
July 22, 2018 at 1:53 pmBeing a traveler it is very helpful for me.
Thea says
July 22, 2018 at 2:52 pmWow! What a wonderful place! Thank you for sharing your experience.
Tom says
July 22, 2018 at 3:44 pmNever heard of this resort before but what a place! The sunset looks amazing and I guess one would feel very relaxed at the end of their stay!
Britt K says
July 22, 2018 at 4:22 pmWow, your pictures are so beautiful. This makes me want to visit SO bad and this resort wasn’t even on my radar before lol
Chin chin says
July 23, 2018 at 1:36 amThat’s a paradise in the middle of the desert. Wow! It’s a place worth visiting just to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Daisy says
July 23, 2018 at 1:46 amWow what a gorgeous and beautiful resort!!! That pool is absolutely beautiful and amazing!! I love your photographs you shared with us!
Novel Blondes says
July 23, 2018 at 2:15 amWhat an amazing location and setting! Never heard of it and could not even imagine something this lovely. Thanks for sharing this!
Maggie says
July 23, 2018 at 2:28 amThis place looks stunning. What a great location for a Honeymoon. I will have to add this to the list of Honeymoon destinations. We are currently trying to find somewhere to go. Thanks.
Katie says
July 23, 2018 at 2:34 amWow this looks so amazing! I will definitely be bookmarking!!!
Angelle says
July 23, 2018 at 3:46 amWhat a beautiful and dreamy honeymoon you had! The Anantara resort is just gorgeous. How lovely to wake up to such stunning landscapes.
Hannah swancott says
July 23, 2018 at 10:04 amOh that looks beautiful! I’d do anything to jump in that pool right now!
FlySoulmates says
July 23, 2018 at 10:30 amWow, I never seen deserts like this!
Moni says
July 23, 2018 at 1:14 pmWow, that’s how I imagine the Sheherezada’s places described in the stories.
Danielle says
July 23, 2018 at 1:27 pmWhat a stunning sunset. I could happily look at that every night.D
Vanessa Palma says
July 23, 2018 at 2:01 pmWhat an amazing view of the desert! The hotel looks stunning and great for a getaway.
Sophia says
July 23, 2018 at 2:50 pmThis sounds amazing!! Especially as a honeymoon location!
Lyosha says
July 23, 2018 at 2:56 pmThe place looks so remarkable! I would definitely love to pay a visit there! so recharging by the looks. Oh I need vacation now. again, hehe
Backpacking Series says
July 23, 2018 at 4:19 pmWOW! That looks like a real royal experience. Would love to enjoy the sunset dinner and your are right, the sunset looks really beautiful… surreal.. Love.. Backpacking Series.
Vaishali says
July 23, 2018 at 5:12 pmSimply breathtaking views. Thanks for sharing your travel with your readers.
Sayanti says
July 23, 2018 at 5:27 pmI totally love the pool and all your pictures are stunning. Bookmarked for next trip
Jeferson says
July 23, 2018 at 6:55 pmWow….. Amazing….. It reminds me of Sex and the City….. Like coming from a movie scene…. I mean the camel ride is amazing…
Joseph says
July 23, 2018 at 7:22 pmThese are amazing pictures! I love the look of the dunes! This looks like a great place to visit.
Monika says
July 23, 2018 at 7:36 pmOMG, this looks soooooooo incredibly beatiful!! And your photos are just amazing <3 Definitely putting this on my list, thanks for brining this to my attention!! xx
Tiffany La Forge-Grau says
July 23, 2018 at 8:34 pmWow what amazing views and scenery. Definitely not something we see everyday and that food looked so good, along with the cocktail! There is still so much of this world I haven’t seen, thank you for sharing!
Evelyn Hernandez says
July 23, 2018 at 11:59 pmThese are beautiful pictures, would love to visit!
Angela says
July 24, 2018 at 12:35 amIt looks like you and your hubby had an amazing time! So beautiful! I have to check this resort out.
Maysz says
July 24, 2018 at 1:24 amYour photo looks stunning! How I wish I was there too! the place is very relaxing I like it!
Mr. MM2K@Make money 2000 says
July 24, 2018 at 3:35 amThose are some amazing cute pictures. I love the way you shared the story.
fibidrese says
July 24, 2018 at 2:21 pmThank you so much~
Abhishek Srivastava says
July 24, 2018 at 5:30 amThis post will help the people who wish to visit Abu Dhabi and definitely if I have a plan in future to visit Abu Dhabi really your will act as like as guide.
fibidrese says
July 24, 2018 at 2:21 pmThank you~ If you need more information just let me know
Shelby So Far says
July 24, 2018 at 7:03 amThis looks SO beautiful! I want to visit the desert soon!
Azlin Bloor says
July 24, 2018 at 7:30 amMy goodness, it has such a magical quality about it. I’ve been to the Middle East and N Africa so many times, but have never had the pleasure of visiting Abu Dhabi. Qsar Al Sarab Desert Resort By Anantara looks like the place to stay for couples!
Flyingkids says
July 24, 2018 at 10:32 amWhat a wonderful place! The infinity pool has an awesome background and the dessert views – they are all amazing.
Twinkle says
July 24, 2018 at 12:03 pmWow is the word came out of my mouth on each pic i scrolled. I just love this place and sharing your post with my hubby to plan a visit on immediate basis. Such a beautiful place this is.
fashionandstylepolice says
July 24, 2018 at 1:24 pmWhat an amazing looking place. The pictures look very beautiful. I would love to relax here for sure.
Chai says
July 24, 2018 at 5:38 pmWOW! This will be added for the places to go to in the future. Beautiful!
Valerie says
July 24, 2018 at 6:53 pmThis place looks so stunning! The view and the pool are such a dream. I wanna go there to unwind someday.
Everything On A Plate says
July 24, 2018 at 7:16 pmYou are making us feel so jealous!
Tina Hogan Grant says
July 25, 2018 at 2:04 pmWhat a wonderful place to escape to. I’m so jealous Looks like you had an amazing time. How could you not?
Rakhi Parsai says
July 25, 2018 at 4:14 pmWow, such a beautiful and breathtaking view. Especially loved the swimming pool pictures right in front of the dessert. Too beautiful and stunning this place seems to be.
Everything on a plate says
July 25, 2018 at 6:31 pmOMG your pictures are absolutely perfect. Would love to visit this place
Michele Dennis says
July 25, 2018 at 9:33 pmWow! With a literal jaw drop included!! The Qsar Al Sarab Desert Resort looks like an amazing resort to visit! And your pictures are gorgeous!
Simple Indian Mom says
July 26, 2018 at 4:52 amLovely picture!! It seems to be very beautiful place and have a peacful nature 😍
Chi says
July 26, 2018 at 2:11 pmYour pictures are absolutely stunning! So glad that you enjoyed yourself!
Danielle says
July 26, 2018 at 9:54 pmWow this place looks so amazing! I want to visit here!
Marzena says
July 27, 2018 at 11:36 amOne word: GORGEOUS! Such a lovely place to be and to enjoy the weather!!! Thanks so much for sharing all details with us! Great recommendation !!!
Melanie says
July 27, 2018 at 2:06 pmWhat a lovely place to go. Love the piccys and thanks for sharing! x
Eva says
July 27, 2018 at 5:30 pmMy gosh, amazing! So this is what they mean with heaven!
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Shana says
July 27, 2018 at 9:44 pmThe Qsar Al Sarab Desert Resort looks like a beautiful place to visit! I definitely need to add this to me bucket list.
kim says
July 27, 2018 at 11:03 pmI didn’t know the dessert could be so beautiful! I’m putting this on my travel list.
London Mumma says
July 29, 2018 at 8:13 amYou are certainly not wrong lady about it being a dream. I would just love to get lost here too.
kumamonjeng says
August 9, 2018 at 6:56 amThe view from the sand dunes are amazing. Your pictures has made me wanted to visit Qsar Al Sarab Desert Resort! Luxurious landscaping for the evening sunset.
Suzanne Melton says
August 14, 2018 at 1:48 amWhat a wonderful place to spend your honeymoon! So beautiful and peaceful – jealous!