A complex of buildings blends in with the desert landscape

Desert Resort

Designed to blend within its natural surroundings, our resort features traditional architecture alongside modern amenities.

Steps lead up to a large tented building in the desert

Ritz Kids Clubhouse

Dedicated to young guests, the Ritz Kids Clubhouse is the base for our fun, interactive educational and eco-friendly programming.

Reception

Mashrabiya details ornate the Arabian-inspired reception area

Lobby Lounge

The Lobby Lounge welcomes guests and visitors for a light menus and beverages in a cosy atmosphere surrounded by natural desert views.

Villa bathroom with natural light, white walls, a gray accent wall, two vessel sinks, a freestanding tub and private patio

Al Rimal Pool Villa Bathroom

The Al Rimal Pool Villa creates a sense of sanctuary within its naturally lit bathroom featuring a private patio and standalone tub.

Villa bedroom with a king-size bed against a floating lattice wall and a white couch nestled against an opposite wall

Al Rimal Pool Villa Bedroom

Designed to accommodate up to three adults or two adults and two children, the Al Rimal Pool Villa exudes contemporary elegance.

Evening view into a warmly illuminated villa from a private pool

Evening at the Pool

The villas’ private pools offer more than refreshment. The sense of oasis beckons both day and night for a truly original desert experience.

Tented Villa Pool Deck

A large and comfortable double sized bean bag awaits, on the pool deck of each villa.

Tented Villas – Pool Deck

Tented villas feature a large furnished terrace and private pool to enjoy by day or by night.

Tented Villa Bathroom

Spacious bathrooms include oversized bathtubs and offer lots of natural light.

Tented Villa

Arabesque details are complemented by large floor-to-ceiling windows providing lots of natural lights and stunning views in the Al Khaimah and Al Sahari Tented Villas

Tented Villa – Bedroom + Living area

Tented villas showcase the essence of Bedouin lifestyle combined with refined luxury and comfort.

Villa living room with a long cream couch against a wall with latticed woodwork as well as retractable doors to the patio

Al Rimal Pool Villas – Living area

Luxury pool villas feature a private pool, a separate lounge area, Arabian-inspired decor and breathtaking views.

Covered patio with oversized furnishings next to a small, rectangular, private pool

Al Rimal Pool Villas – Pool Deck

All Rimal Pool Villas feature a private pool and deck with breathtaking views over the desert

Table set for eight on a hardwood deck overlooking a pond and sandy dunes

Private Outdoor Dining

Take your dining experience out of doors as this five-star desert retreat where mouthwatering cuisine pairs well with stunning scenery.

Outdoor seating featuring cushioned chairs and benches, large Arabic lanterns, umbrellas, vegetation and wooden decking

Outdoor Lounge Space

Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the outdoors with patio seating surrounded by desert foliage.

Farmhouse terrace

The terrace at Farmhouse overlooks the resort's waterhole, offering stunning sunset views and reflections of the rolling sand dunes.

Farmhouse

Farmhouse restaurant brings that traditional sense of ‘home’ along with exceptional cuisine, in a rustic environment featuring farm-to-table elements.

Restaurant with tall ceilings, soaring windows along the walls, Arabic architectural details and teal and gold accents

Kaheela Rendering

Guests dining at Kaheela are surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows offering plenty of natural light, complemented by patterned colors and beige tones.

Buffet stations set up within lofty spaces featuring tall ceilings, white stone, dark wood and partial walls

Kaheela Rendering

All-day-dining restaurant Kaheela will welcome guests with a menu of local specialties and international favorites, in a stylish dining room enhanced by a large central buffet station.

Spacious reception area with dark wood walls, soaring white ceilings, sheer white drapes and a large, modern light fixture

Spa Reception

A warm, Asian-inspired reception hall welcomes guests to Al Wadi Spa, where local, European and Eastern traditions inform the treatments.

A whirlpool in the center of a dimly lit room

Hydrotherapy Pool

In the middle of the desert, our luxury spa offers a true oasis with Asian-inspired hydrotherapy facilities.

Fitness Center

The gym at Al Wadi Desert features desert views and plenty of natural light for an inspiring workout.

Young men and women shoot arrows at bullseyes in the desert

Archery Range

Try your hand at an ancient desert tradition with a lesson at our specially designed archery range.

A woman atop a camel being led by a man in traditional Bedouin dress

Camel Riding

Spend an hour atop a camel, winding your way through the reserve, before being rewarded with a spectacular sunset.

Woman rides a white horse on a sand dune against a bright blue sky

Horseback Riding on the Dunes

Nothing beats the thrill of a horseback riding experience in the sand dunes of Al Wadi Desert.

Ballroom wedding reception setup with roundtables, white tablecloths and white slipcovered chairs

Ballroom Reception

Create the romantic setting you envision within the resort’s six indoor and outdoor wedding venues.

Evening Outdoor Cocktail Reception

Treat your guests to a memorable cocktail reception at sunset in the magical surroundings of the Al Wadi Nature Reserve.

Outdoor setup for a wedding ceremony with chairs set on a lawn, a white floral arch and the desert in the background

Outdoor Wedding

Say, 'I do," in front of a backdrop of wildlife and magnificent sand dunes in the heart of Wadi Khadeja.

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RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE

Name: The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
Address: P.O. Box 35288 Al Mazraa, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Telephone: +97172067777

AMID THE PICTURESQUE RAS AL KHAIMAH DESERT, A RESORT WHERE LUXURY, NATURE AND ADVENTURE BLEND BEAUTIFULLY.

Just outside the ever-growing metropolis of Dubai, the tranquility and adventure of the desert awaits. Set within the sanctuary of Wadi Khadeja,
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert offers a luxury resort experience inspired by nature, culture and tradition. Luxurious pool villas borrow from Bedouin architecture, dining features local dishes and desert views and resort activities include falconry shows unique to the UAE.