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Resort with pool surrounded by lush greenery near a long sandy beach.
Terrace with set tables overlooking a green landscape under a clear sky.
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Bedroom with canopy bed and pool view through glass door in a hotel courtyard setting.
Modern hotel with pool and lounge chairs under umbrellas on a clear day.
Romantic outdoor dining with fires and tables in a desert-like landscape at sunset.
Outdoor dining area with multiple set tables and a fire pit at dusk.
Brightly lit restaurant with high ceilings, open access to terrace and natural scenery outside.
Luxurious bedroom with canopy bed and terrace in a safari lodge.
Elegant bathroom with brown accents, wooden sinks, and a freestanding bathtub.
Spacious hotel room with canopy bed, modern wooden decor, and access to a terrace with chairs.
Cozy living room with sofa, chairs, and warm wooden accents in a bright space.
Modern outdoor area with pool and cozy lounge chairs under a sunshade.
Vereinigte Arabische Emirate ∙ Region Abu Dhabi ∙ Sir Bani Yas Island

Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort *****

AUH058
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Location

The 5-star Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort is located on Sir Bani Yas Island.
The beautiful island, located off the coast of Abu Dhabi, is also a nature reserve and home to many free-roaming animals, inviting for mindful exploration. In addition to animal observation tours, there are also ancient ruins and rock formations to discover.
Please note: Transfer is to Sir Bani Yas Island ferry terminal, from there it's a 15 to 20-minute water taxi ride to the hotel island (4 times daily at 12 PM, 3 PM, 6 PM, and 11 PM).

Facilities

Welcome to the luxury resort Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort, which blends in with the lush savannah of the nature reserve with its 30 luxurious villas.
With 5 first-class restaurants in the Dine-Around program (spread across the 3 island resorts), each offering a unique panoramic view of the wildlife, the chefs create exquisite dishes from local and international ingredients.
In the cozy outdoor area, you can relax by the pool and observe gazelles grazing in the beauty of nature or peacocks strutting by.
The facilities of the partner resorts Desert Island (AUH057) and Al Yamm (AUH059) can also be used.
Modern hotel with pool and lounge chairs under umbrellas on a clear day.
Romantic outdoor dining with fires and tables in a desert-like landscape at sunset.
Outdoor dining area with multiple set tables and a fire pit at dusk.
Brightly lit restaurant with high ceilings, open access to terrace and natural scenery outside.
Terrace with set tables overlooking a green landscape under a clear sky.

Accommodation

Luxurious bedroom with canopy bed and terrace in a safari lodge.
Elegant bathroom with brown accents, wooden sinks, and a freestanding bathtub.

Savannah Pool Villa

The 65 m² renovated, detached Savannah villas (V12/V11) are furnished in an African style and blend harmoniously into the savannah. Further amenities include a bathroom with a freestanding bathtub and rain shower, hairdryer, bathrobe/slippers, Anantara Spa toiletries, air conditioning, Wi-Fi (included), minibar (for a fee), Nespresso coffee machine, and a terrace.
Please note that your booked room has a private pool and there is no dedicated lifeguard for it.
If booking with children or non-swimmers, you are responsible for supervision.

Wilderness Pool Villa

The renovated and luxurious Wilderness Pool Villas (2PV/1PV) have the same amenities as the other villas but measure 100 m² and feature a private pool accessible from the terrace.
Please note that your booked room has a private pool and there is no dedicated lifeguard for it.
If booking with children or non-swimmers, you are responsible for supervision.

Spacious hotel room with canopy bed, modern wooden decor, and access to a terrace with chairs.
Cozy living room with sofa, chairs, and warm wooden accents in a bright space.
Elegant bathroom with brown accents, wooden sinks, and a freestanding bathtub.
Modern outdoor area with pool and cozy lounge chairs under a sunshade.

Board

Breakfast

Rich breakfast buffet in the all-day-dining restaurant.

Half Board

If Half Board Plus is booked, lunch or dinner is also included in the Dine Around program at participating restaurants. Water is included during meals.
December 31st: Breakfast + Gala Dinner.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive (Dine Around)

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the All Day Dining restaurant. Alternatively, lunch and dinner can be taken within the Dine Around program at participating restaurants. Transfer time approx. 10-20 minutes.
The Palm Restaurants at Desert Island Resort & Spa: International & Middle Eastern main restaurant
Al Shams Restaurant at Desert Island Resort & Spa: International favourites with Arabic twist
Olio Restaurant at Yamm Villa Resort: Italian-inspired Mediterranean restaurant
Savannah Grill Restaurant at Al Sahel Villa Resort: African flavours & western favorites
Non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (house beer, house wine, and selected spirits) included from 11 AM to 10 PM.
December 31st: Breakfast + Gala Dinner

Inclusive Sports

Modern fitness room with cardio and strength equipment at partner resort Desert Island (AUH057).

Sports for a Fee

Nature and wildlife observation tours, kayaking trips.

Wellness

Relax with a spa experience at one of the partner resorts Desert Island (AUH057) or Al Yamm (AUH059) (for a fee).

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Deposit: A credit card or cash deposit may be required upon check-in for incidental charges.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Luxury Holidaymakers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Romance & Honeymooners
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Sandy Beach
  • Spa
  • Sports & Active Holidaymakers

Note

For your international round-trip flight to/from Abu Dhabi, please observe the transfer times of the boat shuttle for hotel bookings at the Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort.
Boat shuttle departure from terminal to hotel: 12 PM - 11 PM.
Boat shuttle departure from hotel to terminal: 9 AM - 8 PM.
The boat shuttle runs 4 times a day in each direction.
If you cannot reach the boat shuttle due to your booked flight times, please book an overnight stay and intermediate transfers in Abu Dhabi through your travel agent.
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In the UAE, most rooms are equipped with a King Size bed or two Queen Size beds or 2 twin beds. For an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 child, the accommodation will be with 1 King Size bed and, depending on availability, an extra bed/sofa bed (partially for a fee). For 2 adults and 2 children, accommodation will be with 2 Queen Size beds or 1 King Size bed and 1 or 2 extra/sofa beds (depending on availability and room size, and partially for a fee).
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Please note that check-in at this hotel is possible from the age of 18. Alcoholic beverages are served only from the age of 21.
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Group bookings (from 10 rooms) are only bookable on request.
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For flights departing between 12 AM and 4 AM, the hotel overnight stay ends at 12 PM the day before. Late check-out available for a fee on site.
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Note on Climate Resilience Contribution

In the United Arab Emirates, ongoing growth leads to various construction projects.
This may result in visual and acoustic disturbances in some areas. These construction activities are part of the country's continuous development and modernization.

Seasonal Note

During the holy month of Ramadan, there may be restrictions in hotel operations. Additionally, hotels use this time for maintenance and minor renovations, during which disruptions may occur. Furthermore, some restaurants may be closed as meals are not served everywhere. The entertainment program is limited or cancelled.

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