The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach opens

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC has debuted The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach, marking the second luxury resort for The Ritz-Carlton brand in Ras Al Khaimah, and the brand’s fifth property in the United Arab Emirates.

The resort features 32 tented villas, each with its own pool and direct beach access. Guests can choose from two types of villas: the Al Naseem Villas featuring local design elements inspired by traditional Bedouin architecture, and the Al Bahar Villas, which include open views and private beachfront access. 

Guests can take advantage of paddle boarding, go on a fishing trip on the coast of Ras Al Khaimah, undertake a sunrise or sunset yoga experience overlooking the seashores, or enjoy the resort’s private beach. The resort also offers the Ritz Kids programme where young guests can explore the beachfront, gain a better understanding of the marine life, or undergo beach-inspired arts and crafts.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa is located on the seaside, offering holistic treatments in dedicated treatment pavilions. The spa offers a menu of local, ocean inspired treatments prepared with flowers and native spices. Two fitness centres are also available 24 hours for guests.    

The F&B offering includes the resort’s signature Shore House restaurant, which showcases fresh catches from the sea and local produce. Sundowners are served every day at sunset on the bar lounge. Guests can also choose to dine on the beachfront, in a beach cabana overlooking the water or on the beachfront.    

Guests wanting to explore The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert can do so with a daily shuttle bus traveling to and from the two resorts. Activities such as nature walks through the Al Wadi Nature Reserve, archery or wildlife entertainment with owl and falconry shows can be arranged for a day of desert exploration.