The resort
Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa sits on a 900-metre private beach on the Al Raha Beach shoreline of the Arabian Gulf, roughly 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and about 45 minutes from Dubai. The property holds 278 rooms, suites and private villas, eight dining outlets and 24-hour in-room dining, a ballroom and five meeting rooms. Leisure facilities include an infinity pool with poolside cabanas, a separate infinity pool at the private villas beach, a dedicated kids' pool with water slides, an indoor pool in the spa, a 24-hour fitness centre with sea views, squash courts and a private marina. The High Waves Water Sports & Diving Centre runs water sports, boat cruises, fishing trips and diving courses, and the Gazelle Kids Club entertains children aged 4 to 12 indoors and out, with a five-hole mini golf course. Wellbeings Holistic Healing operates the spa, with a Moroccan hammam, infrared sauna, hydro massage pool, experience showers and seven treatment rooms.
The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Island & ocean
guests · 65 m²
Combining style with comfort, these rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, a cosy seating area, a functional work desk and an elegant marble bathroom. In-room amenities include coffee and tea-making facilities, a safety deposit box, minibar, hairdryer and ironing facilities.
Island & ocean
guests · 55 m²
A spacious room with king or double beds and magnificent views of the sea and the hotel pool from the balcony. The layout includes a seating area, a working desk and a marble bathroom, with coffee and tea-making facilities, a safety deposit box, minibar, hairdryer and ironing facilities.
Island & ocean
guests · 55 m²
Combining style and comfort with contemporary features and fine amenities, these rooms have high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling feature windows, making them equally suited to business or leisure stays. Coffee and tea-making facilities, a safety deposit box, minibar, hairdryer and ironing facilities are provided.
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A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
Rates are on request. Net B2B rates available on agent login.
An elegant all-day dining restaurant offering a well-balanced selection of international cuisines, live cooking stations and weekly culinary specialty nights. The restaurant looks out over the Arabian Gulf and has an outdoor terrace, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
A modern Mediterranean coastal concept inspired by Greek, French and Italian cooking, serving fresh, simply prepared dishes made with citrus and herbs. Azur blends the warmth of Greek cuisine, the simplicity of Italian coastal cooking and the elegance of French Riviera flavours, and opens for dinner.
The resort's signature bar, built around a translucent glass counter that is a work of art in itself. Intimate and relaxed, with views over the pool and the Arabian Gulf, it screens top football leagues alongside a wide variety of sporting events and serves into the early hours.
A lofty lounge cafe serving traditional daily English and colonial afternoon tea, with fresh pastries, warm scones with jam, finger sandwiches and a selection of fine teas and coffees. Freshly prepared sandwiches, salads and homemade bakery items are available to eat in or take away.
A shisha and dining lounge built around a true Arabian atmosphere, with a wide selection of Middle Eastern dishes, an extensive beverage range and flavoured shishas. The venue offers private dining areas for families and looks out over the pool and water fountains.
A beachfront and poolside outdoor restaurant lounge with stylish private gazebos, serving beers, wines, cocktails and mocktails alongside a selective range of shishas. It works equally well for a late breakfast, an afternoon snack or a full dinner, with entertainment through the day.
A relaxed lounge overlooking the Arabian Gulf, serving local and international dishes, appetisers, canapes and lunch favourites. It is the natural gathering point for long-stay residents and villa guests, and is open through the day into the early evening.
An authentically styled Arabic tent set up for themed events, group bookings and special occasions. It is a favourite for its unique location and elevated panoramic views over the waters of the Arabian Gulf, and is available for bookings at any time.
Plan your stay
Transfer details available on enquiry — ask our team for the best routing from Velana International Airport (MLE).
Concierge
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa room by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.
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Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa is located in Yas Island. Creek - Channel St - Al Rahah - RBW13 - Abu Dhabi
Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa offers 14 accommodation categories, including Superior Room, Gulf View Room, Deluxe Gulf View Room, Family Gulf View Room, Family Room with Kitchenette, Grand Gulf View Room and more.
Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa has 8 restaurants and bars, including Sevilla, Azur Grill, Black Pearl, Cafe Mozart, Wanasah, La Piscine Pool Bar & Restaurant and more. Cuisines span All-day dining, Mediterranean seafood, Bar, Cafe and afternoon tea.
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