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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

Location: UAE

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2025

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Children's Services

At the Little Bedouins Kids Club, children can immerse themselves in the traditions and landscapes of the Empty Quarter through creative activities, cultural experiences and outdoor adventures. Teen activities are also available, while babysitting services can be arranged on request.

Little Bedouins Kids’ Club

4 – 11 years
Open all year
Monday – Sunday
09:00 – 19:00
Complimentary service

Babysitting

1 year +
Monday – Sunday
Reservations required a minimum of 24 hours in advance.

A Family Desert Escape Like No Other

Rising from the golden dunes of the Empty Quarter, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offers families an extraordinary opportunity to experience one of the world's most spectacular landscapes. Inspired by traditional Arabian architecture and surrounded by endless desert, the resort combines authentic cultural experiences, luxurious accommodation and unforgettable adventures for every generation.

Highlights

  • Kids' club with desert-inspired activities
  • Teen activities like dune boarding and biking
  • In-room equipment for young guests
  • Babysitting available on request
  • Desert adventures such as camel trekking

Quick facts

  • Located in the Empty Quarter, Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • 206 rooms, suites and villas
  • 6 restaurants and lounges
  • Award-winning desert spa and infinity pool
  • 90 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport

Discover the Magic of the Empty Quarter

Every day brings a new opportunity to experience the desert together. Families can ride camels across rolling dunes, explore the landscape on guided nature walks or enjoy desert adventures before returning to the comfort of the resort. Younger guests can discover Emirati culture through the Little Bedouins programme, while parents unwind at the spa or beside the pool overlooking the vast desert.

Accommodation has been thoughtfully designed with families in mind, offering spacious suites and private villas that provide comfort, privacy and breathtaking desert views. Dining ranges from relaxed poolside lunches to memorable Arabian evenings beneath the stars, creating an unforgettable setting where families can reconnect through shared experiences.

Rooms, Dining & Facilities

Two Bedroom Anantara Family Pool Villa

A spacious private villa with two bedrooms, its own pool and generous indoor and outdoor living areas, perfect for larger families.

Two Bedroom Family Suite

A beautifully appointed suite offering separate bedrooms, spacious living areas and spectacular views across the desert.

Ghadeer

A relaxed poolside restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a peaceful setting overlooking the desert.

Naseem Pool Bar

A casual poolside venue offering light bites, fresh juices and family-friendly refreshments throughout the day.

Desert adventures

From camel trekking to guided desert experiences, families can discover the beauty and traditions of the Empty Quarter together.

Movie nights

As the sun sets over the desert, families can enjoy movie nights in a cinema setting – a magical way to end a day of adventure together.

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