Ras Al Khaimah that houses so many luxury resorts of the international chains is getting one more addition in The Intercontinental RAK Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa. Inspired by the exquisite landscapes and hospitality of modern Arabia, the luxurious resort and spa promise to be the next vacation hotspot with its iconic architecture and distinctive features.
The new resort will operate under the luxury portfolio of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) with rooms, suites, and villas offering views of the Arabian Sea while the project will introduce the first Club InterContinental Experience in Ras Al Khaimah.
The InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa will have amenities such as two swimming pools, a gym, Planet Trekkers kid’s and teens club, and a tennis court as well as various global culinary experiences.
Mohammed Al Tair, acting chief officer of RAK Properties, said: “We are excited to open the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort and Spa which will be an icon of luxury hospitality in the Northern Emirates, and a first-class destination for tourists and visitors who want to enjoy idyllic island life and an unforgettable holiday experience.”
More than AED5 billion has been allocated for investment to develop projects on the Hayat island Ras Al Khaimah. It will form the new community and entertainment centre in Ras Al Khaimah. It features a mixture of recreation and entertainment elements as well as hotels and resorts, villas and furnished apartments, a shopping mall and a beach.
Guests staying at the hotel can book a room, suite or villa, with each category offering spacious accommodation and a private balcony or terrace. For those seeking utmost privacy, private pools and family villas are surrounded by well-manicured gardens and are located only a few steps from the white sandy beach.
For travellers staying in premium rooms, there will be complimentary access to the Club InterContinental Experience. Housed in a separate building, this exclusive club offers a dedicated premium check-in area, a private pool and bespoke food and beverages served throughout the day.
The hotel is also offering a plethora of day trips to some of Ras Al Khaimah’s most interesting spots including visits to the Suwaidi Pearl Farm, dhow cruises through the mangroves and desert safari excursions.
Rooms start from Dh1,007 excluding taxes. To celebrate the launch, the advance saver rate offers a 15 per cent discount on best available rates plus complimentary breakfast to guests who are among the first to stay at the new luxury resort.
7 Dining Restaurants at Intercontinental RAK
Saffar: All Day Dining. International Cuisine. 244 Seat. indoor and outdoor
Levant & Nar: Speciality Restaurant. Levantine cuisine. The restaurant will be at the tip of the peninsula with stunning sea views. Turkish, Lebanese and Levantine Cuisine. 180 seats indoor and outdoor
Noho: Speciality Restaurant and Bar. 122 seats indoor and outdoor
Ramsa Lounge: Pastry and Drinks. 62 seats indoor
Club Intercontinental: 137 seats indoor and outdoor. private pool
Amarbar: Drinks and snacks. Canapes, lite bites. 38 seats indoor
Shasha: Drinks and Snacks. 48 seats outdoor
Other details about Intercontinental RAK Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa
Total number of rooms: 351
Check-in & Check-out Time: 3:00 Pm and 12:00PM respectively
Swimming pool: Yes two outdoor pools
Gym: Yes State of the art fitness center
Other outdoor activities: Tennis Court and Kids club
Business centre: Yes
Conference Hall: Yes
Pet friendly: No
Valet Available: Yes
Accepting Reservations: Yes, 25th Feb 2022 onwards
Contact and Location
0800 556 5565
Address: Intercontinental RAK Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa, Hayat Island, Ras Al Khaimah
Maldives inspired Anantara Mina Al Arab is coming next year
Meanwhile, Anantara Mina Al Arab remains on track for a 2022 opening in Ras Al Khaimah. The property is inspired by resorts in the Maldives. It will have 306 guest rooms, suites and overwater villas (a first of its kind in the emirate). It will overlook a mangrove-lined eco-reserve and will feature a discovery and eco learning centre. The hotel’s F&B will include an Asian restaurant and a seafood grill, as well as a beach and pool bar.
About InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is a luxury hotel brand created in 1946 by Pan Am’s founder Juan Trippe. It has been part of InterContinental Hotels Group since 1998. As of November 2020, there were 210 InterContinental hotels featuring over 71,045 rooms worldwide. Intercontinental Hotels opened its first property in the Middle East in 1961, the Phoenicia Intercontinental Beirut. The chain became one of the first to operate in Eastern Europe when it signed a contract to manage the Esplanade Zagreb Hotel in 1964.
