Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort, one of UAE’s most anticipated resorts, is now open. The 174-room resort brings a perfect setting of eco-luxury, surrounded by a natural mangrove sanctuary, with a backdrop of the majestic Hajar mountains and views of the Arabian Gulf.
UAE welcomes the grand opening of the highly-anticipated Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort. Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort brings eco-luxury to Ras Al Khaimah, a 174-room resort aiming to deliver exclusivity, tranquillity and luxury surrounded by a natural mangrove sanctuary, with a backdrop of the majestic Hajar mountains and views of the Arabian Gulf.
Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor Hotels, parent company of Anantara, and Group CEO of Minor International, commented, “We are proud to launch our luxury Anantara brand in Ras Al Khaimah, which is the brand’s ninth property in the United Arab Emirates. We are confident that the new resort will be well received by the market and will help with the continued growth and positioning of the emirate as a luxury tourist destination.”
Sameh Muhtadi, CEO of RAK Properties, also commented, “The opening of the Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort will greatly contribute to realising RAK Properties’ vision for Mina Al Arab, transforming it into the leading lifestyle destination within the emirate. This launch marks the second hospitality opening in our development, and we’re happy to be offering visitors a unique, new luxury beachfront experience that also respects the natural and stunning beauty of its environment.”
The resort designed by Wilson Associates and Perkins Eastman, also introduces Maldivian-inspired luxury to Ras Al Khaimah, showcasing the emirate’s first over water villas with ample living space, an expansive outdoor deck featuring a private plunge pool, views of the Arabian Gulf and the natural mangrove lagoon and a reserved cabana on the villa-only beach. With six restaurants and bars, Anantara Mina Al Arab guests enjoy the luxury of choice when they dine each day.
Guests also have the opportunity to immerse in the destination and local culture, where the signature experiences include hiking on nearby Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest mountain, with a gourmet picnic along the way, kayaking in the surrounding mangroves, home to flocks of flamingos and herons, as well as luxury cruising in the Arabian Gulf with a sunset dinner onboard prepared by a personal chef.
Anantara Mina Al Arab’s green credentials are said to be unsurpassed, showcasing a commitment to preserving nature through reducing waste and energy consumption. All accommodation has been sustainably built, with furniture and fittings using eco-friendly materials such as sustainable wood and recycled fabrics and plastics. Also, care was taken not to disturb the surrounding eco-system, including the mangroves, home to sea turtles, migratory flocks of birds, and the occasional rare dugong.
