Ras Al Khaimah is in the middle of the most aggressive hotel expansion in its history. The emirate’s tourism authority has set a target of 3.5 million annual visitors by 2030 (up from 1.35 million in 2025) and the hotel pipeline is the lever that gets them there. More than a dozen new properties are under construction or have just opened across the four major zones, from Al Marjan Island to the Jebel Jais slopes.
Here is the verified 2026 to 2027 opening pipeline. For our current ranking of the best hotels already operating in RAK, see our best hotels and resorts pillar.
The headline 2027 opening: Wynn Al Marjan Island
The single most-anticipated UAE hotel opening of the decade. Wynn Al Marjan will be the country’s first fully integrated resort, with the UAE’s first regulated casino floor as the anchor. The numbers are large: 1,530 rooms (including 313 suites), 22 restaurants and lounges, a beach club, a nightclub, a theatre, a spa and a 98-berth marina. Confirmed F&B includes Alain Ducasse’s French-American steakhouse and Delilah, the Las Vegas-born supper club.
The tower topped out in 2025. Opening is scheduled for spring 2027, with Wynn acknowledging a possible modest delay due to regional supply chain timelines.
Wynn Al Marjan Island
The UAE’s first integrated resort, opening spring 2027 on Al Marjan Island.
Area: Southern tip of Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah
Website: wynnalmarjanisland.com
Rooms: 1,530 including 313 suites
Opening: Spring 2027 (with possible modest delay)
Map: Open in Maps
2026 openings
Saij Mountain Lodge by Mantis (Q2 2026)
The first proper mountain lodge in the UAE. Saij is a 70-key luxury eco-lodge built into the Jebel Jais slope, designed in collaboration with Accor’s Mantis brand which specialises in eco-positioned properties. The lodge has been built to integrate with the mountain topography, with rammed-earth construction, infinity views over the Hajar peaks and a focus on outdoor and adventure activities.
Saij Mountain Lodge by Mantis
A 70-key eco-lodge on Jebel Jais, opening Q2 2026.
Area: Jebel Jais slopes, near the summit, Ras Al Khaimah
Brand: Mantis (part of Accor)
Opening: Q2 2026
Best for: Mountain stays, adventure travellers, sustainability-focused luxury
Map: Open in Maps
Rotana Ras Al Khaimah: The Mangroves (2026)
Rotana’s RAK property sits at the edge of the Mina Al Arab mangroves, offering a beach-and-lagoon dual frontage. Mangrove kayaking access, two restaurants and a spa. Read our dedicated piece at Rotana Ras Al Khaimah: The Mangroves.
NH Collection Al Marjan Island (2026)
The first NH Collection property in the UAE. Mid-luxury European-style hotel on the Al Marjan Island boulevard, targeting business and leisure travellers. Around 250 rooms expected.
Pullman Al Marjan Island (already operating, expanded 2026)
The existing Pullman is expanding its room inventory and event spaces through 2026. The added wing brings it to one of the larger conference and leisure resorts on the island.
2027 openings (other than Wynn)
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Ras Al Khaimah at Mina
The Four Seasons takes the prime beachfront plot at Mina Al Arab. Targeting 2027 opening with around 200 rooms plus branded residences. Beach club, multiple restaurants, spa, full Four Seasons service standard.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Ras Al Khaimah at Mina
Luxury beachfront resort and branded residences, opening 2027 at Mina Al Arab.
Area: Mina Al Arab beachfront, Ras Al Khaimah
Brand: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Opening: 2027
Map: Open in Maps
Fairmont Al Marjan Island
Accor’s premium Fairmont brand lands on Al Marjan Island in 2027. A large mixed-use property combining hotel keys with branded residences, in keeping with the post-Wynn island strategy.
Taj Wellington Mews Ras Al Khaimah
The Taj brand makes its RAK debut with a serviced apartment offer targeted at long-stay business and leisure visitors. Indian luxury hospitality standards combined with apartment-style accommodation.
Roof Al Marjan
A boutique design hotel concept opening on the Al Marjan boulevard, intended as a smaller and more design-led alternative to the large resort blocks dominating the island.
What this pipeline means for RAK
- Total new keys 2026-2027: Approximately 3,500 to 4,000 across the pipeline, with Wynn alone accounting for 1,530
- Zones gaining the most: Al Marjan Island (Wynn, NH Collection, Fairmont, Roof) and Mina Al Arab (Four Seasons, Rotana Mangroves)
- New positioning: RAK is shifting decisively upmarket, from mid-tier beach resorts toward luxury and integrated-resort tier
- Pricing impact: Expect average daily rates to lift across all zones as the new luxury keys absorb the premium end of demand
- Booking strategy: Book existing properties early for 2026 weekends; new properties typically have soft-opening rates worth catching
WOW-RAK Expert Tip: The best deals on new hotels are typically the first three to six months after opening, when properties run promotional rates to build occupancy. Set price alerts on Booking.com for Saij Mountain Lodge from Q1 2026 and for Wynn Al Marjan from Q4 2026 to catch the pre-launch and soft-opening windows.
Frequently asked questions
The headline 2026 openings are Saij Mountain Lodge by Mantis on Jebel Jais (Q2 2026), Rotana Ras Al Khaimah: The Mangroves at Mina Al Arab, NH Collection on Al Marjan Island and the expanded Pullman Al Marjan. Around 800 to 1,000 new keys come online across these properties.
Wynn Al Marjan Island is scheduled to open in spring 2027. Wynn has acknowledged a possible modest delay due to regional supply chain timelines. The tower topped out in 2025 and the property will offer 1,530 rooms, 22 restaurants and lounges, a beach club, nightclub, theatre, spa and the UAE’s first regulated casino.
More than a dozen new hotels are in active construction or final fit-out across RAK for the 2026 to 2027 window. Approximately 3,500 to 4,000 new rooms come online, anchored by Wynn Al Marjan (1,530 rooms in 2027) and supported by Saij Mountain Lodge, Four Seasons Mina, Fairmont Al Marjan, NH Collection, Rotana The Mangroves, Taj Wellington Mews and Roof Al Marjan.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Ras Al Khaimah at Mina is taking the prime beachfront plot at Mina Al Arab. Opening targeted for 2027 with around 200 hotel rooms plus branded residences, beach club, multiple restaurants and a spa.
Saij Mountain Lodge by Mantis is targeting Q2 2026 for opening. The 70-key eco-lodge sits high on the Jebel Jais slope and uses rammed-earth construction designed to integrate with the mountain. It will be the first proper mountain lodge product in the UAE.
The bottom line
Between Q2 2026 and the end of 2027, RAK will add more new luxury hotel keys than in any previous five-year period of its history. Wynn Al Marjan is the headline. Saij Mountain Lodge is the most unique product. Four Seasons and Fairmont bring the international luxury rankings. For a current-day stay before the new openings, see our best hotels and resorts pillar.
This guide is refreshed annually. If you spot an updated opening date or a new property entering the pipeline, message us at info@wow-rak.com or Instagram @wow.rak.
