FROM DESERT TO LUSH SAVANNAH
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort
HIGHLIGHTS
- 30 pool villas opening onto savannah
- Signature Southern African grill and lounge
- Main pool and small gym
- Further facilities with sister resort at Desert Islands, including a full gym, spa, kids’ club and kids play area
- Island facilities include an archery range, stables, water sports centre and tennis court
- Technogym workouts
Complimentary WiFi
Al Sahel Villa Resort brings the glamour of safari to the desert, with 30 pool villas spread across lush savannah. Wake to the sight of grazing gazelles. Embark on 4x4 drives through the island’s wildlife sanctuary. Explore the flavours of Southern Africa, inspired by our unique surrounds at one of the best Abu Dhabi luxury hotels.
Sir Bani Yas Island is a protected reserve just off the coast of Abu Dhabi, founded by His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and shared with sister resorts Desert Islands Resort and Spa by Anantara and Anantara Al Yamm Villa Resort. Home to free-roaming wildlife, including the near extinct Arabian oryx, the island offers a surreal escape from the everyday.
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ACCOMMODATION
CHOOSE YOUR SANCTUARY
ACCOMMODATION
Reminiscent of Africa’s tented safari camps, our 30 villas have been constructed from natural materials, blending into the landscape. The villas open to the savannah view with expansive outdoor space complete with a private pool, sunbeds and outdoor shower. Inside your pool villa in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, unwinding takes the form of sinking into your copper bathtub and soaking the day’s adventures away.
HOW TO ARRIVE
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort
P.O. Box 12452, Al Ruwais, Sir Bani Yas Island
GPS:
24.325659146242703,52.57184425493233
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BY CAR
Our resort is an easy two-and-a-half-hour drive from Abu Dhabi, and three and a half hours from Dubai, along the E11 to our private jetty at Jebel Dhanna. We would be pleased to arrange a limousine pick-up for you.
BY WATER TAXI
From the jetty, it is 30 minutes to the island via our complimentary water taxi. These journeys are scheduled and subject to advance reservation and weather conditions.
SPECIAL OFFERS
Anantara Al Sahel Advance Purchase Special
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Book in advance to save up to 15% and receive daily breakfast for two.
Anantara Al Sahel Stay Longer Special
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The longer you stay, the more you save. Extend your journey and luxuriate in savings of up to 20%.
GALLERY
FACILITIES & SERVICES
LUXURY AMIDST THE WILDERNESS
FACILITIES & SERVICES
Hidden away in lush savannah, Al Sahel shares Sir Bani Yas Island with our sister resorts, and guests are welcome to use the facilities of both. These include pools at each, a gym, tennis court and kids’ club. Across the island are also stables and a water sports centre. And magnificent adventures take place in the wildlife reserve, home to free-roaming giraffes and Arabian oryxes.
DINING
THE FLAVOURS OF SAFARI
DINING
Savannah Grill & Lounge presents authentic, contemporary flavours from South Africa’s wilderness. Feast on prime beef, lamb and venison grilled on the flaming braai then drizzled with exotic spices. Guests also enjoy access to the restaurants at our sister resorts - The Palm and Al Shams at Desert Island Resort & Spa and Olio at Al Yamm Villa Resort.
SPA & WELLNESS
NATURE HEALS
SPA & WELLNESS
Explore healing inspired by Arabia and Anantara’s Thai roots, as well as ancient wellness rituals and the latest in beauty. Guests may also enjoy their treatments at the Desert Islands Resort & Spa across the island, where treatment rooms with al fresco relaxation area await your pleasure.
WEDDINGS
WEDDINGS IN THE WILD
WEDDINGS
A savannah wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime affair, one that your guests are sure to remember and cherish. Exchange vows surrounded by your loved ones, as well as free-roaming gazelles and peacocks, celebrating afterwards with Champagne toasts and a braai banquet illuminated by torchlight. Every detail will be seen to by your wedding planner and the events team, with moments of pure magic yours to conjure up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort located?
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort is located on a private island just off the coast of Abu Dhabi.
How far is Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort from Abu Dhabi?
To reach Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort, it is a 250 km drive from Abu Dhabi followed by a water taxi ride to the island. The total journey time will be approximately three hours.
How far is Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort from Dubai?
To reach Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort, it is a 350 km drive from Dubai followed by a water taxi ride to the island. The total journey time will be approximately 4 hours.
How do I get from the mainland to Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort?
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort offers a complimentary water taxi from the private jetty at Jebel Dhanna, where you may leave your car. There are 4-5 scheduled crossings a day, and advance reservation is required. The journey is approximately 30 minutes, and we request that guests limit their luggage to 30 kg, with one additional piece of 7 kg hand luggage.
Does Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort have restaurants at the jetty?
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort’s restaurant is located on the island only.
How many restaurants are there at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort?
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort has one main restaurant. Guests can also enjoy private dining, in-room dining, and dining at three further restaurants across the island.
Does Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort allow alcoholic beverages?
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort requests that you do not bring any alcohol onto the island. Guests may, however, order alcoholic beverages within the restaurant.
Does Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort allow drones?
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort requests that you do not bring drones onto the island out of respect for our guests’ privacy.
What activities are there at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort?
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort offers an array of activities, from nature drives, wadi treks and mountain biking to falconry, archery and land sailing.
Is there a spa at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort?
There is a spa cabana at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort, and guests may also access the Anantara Spa at Desert Islands.
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