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The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

Al Mazraa, Wadi Khadija., Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

  • Four-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
  • 4.6/5Google rating2,918 reviews · 19 Aug 2026
  • 94.0/100La Liste19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • families
  • couples
  • wellness
  • privacy

About The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert features 109 private villas, each with its own terrace and pool, set within the natural desert landscape of Ras Al Khaimah. Guests have access to fine dining at Zuma, a Japanese restaurant, as well as a spa offering The Rainforest hydrothermal experience. The resort provides complimentary access to its sister property's beach, a kids club designed for young explorers, and activities such as horseback riding.

The property is recognised with a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating, a place on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List, and a La Liste score of 94/100. Amenities include a fitness centre, outdoor pool, 24-hour room service, valet parking, and concierge services.

Why it stands out

EMPTYJET lists The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert for its EMPTYJET Approved status, Forbes Four-Star rating, and inclusion on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Its 109 private pool villas, access to Zuma restaurant, and extensive spa and wellness offerings distinguish it in Ras Al Khaimah.

Key facts

Keys
109 rooms · 109 villas
Brand
The Ritz-Carlton
Check-in / out
15:00 / 12:00
Children
Ritz Kids designed to inspire young explorers
Type
Desert, Wellness, Family, Romantic

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Beach accessComplimentary guest access to its sister resort’s beach
  • Swimming poolJSON-LD amenityFeature: Outdoor Pool
  • Horse ridingJSON-LD amenityFeature: Horseback Riding

Dining

  • Fine diningJSON-LD amenityFeature: Restaurant On-Site
  • 24-hour room serviceJSON-LD amenityFeature: Room Service

Family

  • Kids clubevidence: Ritz Kids designed to inspire young explorers

Rooms

  • Rooms with private pool109 private villas with terraces and pools amongst the natural desert landscape

Services

  • ConciergeJSON-LD amenityFeature: Concierge
  • Valet parkingJSON-LD amenityFeature: Valet Dry Cleaning

Wellness

  • SpaThe extensive Spa and Wellness offerings that include The Rainforest
  • Fitness centreJSON-LD amenityFeature: Fitness Center

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
Zuma — Japanese

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Spa — The Rainforest, a rejuvenating hydrothermal experience

Beach

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Beach
Beach access

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFour-Star2026
  • Condé Nast TravelerGold List2026
  • La ListeTop 10002026

Location

25.5847, 55.8347
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