The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert and The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach invite guests to indulge in a range of evening experiences under the stars whilst enjoying cooler evening temperatures.
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
This breathtaking desert retreat offers a range of al-fresco dining experiences and nature activities which are perfect for those seeking to explore and unwind. With its majestic desert landscape as a backdrop, guests can enjoy Moroccan-inspired rooftop evening dinners, twilight nature interactions and private pools during an evening dip.
Dining offerings
Farmhouse
The hotel’s signature restaurant Farmhouse offers laid back afresco dining, allowing guests to soak up their rustic surroundings. The venue specializes in wild meats, prime cuts, homegrown vegetables, and other delicious fresh ingredients. The warm destination is rich in earthy tones, wood, black metal and textured red brick walls all work together to provide a natural open space, setting up a chic farm dining experience. Throughout the month of November, Farmhouse will also be offering a decadent sharing platter, with Wagyu brisket, USDA short ribs and delicious meat sausages, accompanied with two sides, for an indulgent sharing experience with friends and family for just AED 390.
Moorish
Moorish is a cozy yet elegant venue which plays homage to the sun-soaked exotic flavors of Andalucía merged with influences from the Arabic world. The punchy flavors of the Mediterranean cost seamlessly marry together with the zest and Moorish spices of Arabia, to bring you a menu that is a glorious fusion of impeccable cuisine. The destination will now be offering an all new Ziryab discovery set menu to give you a traditional and authentic culinary journey rife with delicious flavor, as a tribute to the Poet of Cordoba, designed by The Ritz-Carlton Al Wadi Desert’s, Chef Osama.
Moon Bar
Guests can while away the evening whilst gazing upon the glistening desert skies at Moon Bar – the resort’s rooftop bar, offering an array of beverages inspired by the beautiful nights sky. With a vibrant yet mellow atmosphere, it is the ideal spot for sundowners overlooking and light bites the expansive property. From 20th November, Moon Bar will now also be broadcasting the Qatar sporting spectacle, offering football fans a one-of-a-kind open air intimate roof top setting overlooking the desert dunes, under a star studded night, for a unique viewing experience. With this, there will be special happy hour offerings and sports themed promotions.
Activities
Interactive Falcon & Owl Show
Just an hour before sunset this exquisite show takes place on the Falcon Deck just an hour before sunset, offering in-house guests an experience to watch and learn about local birdlife. The live falconry show is a complimentary on site activity to be enjoyed by all guests.
Falconry Experience
For a more immersive falconry experience, guests have the opportunity to interact with these awe-inspiring birds, and further delve into the history of the falcon and why it is so central to Arabian culture, being one of the most notable elements of desert landscapes in the UAE.
The interactive falconry experience is priced at: AED 170 per adult / AED 310 per couple / AED 85 per child.
Night walk
As the sun sets behind the desert horizon, a vast array of creatures begin to emerge. Adventure seekers can enjoy a 45-minute guided exploration of this magical location, led by an experienced guide, for an enlightening desert wildlife experience. The walk takes place beneath the starry sky and offers a chance to spot reptiles, birds, rabbits and herbivores.
Price: AED 310 net/couple, AED 190 net/adult and AED 125 net/child
Note: closed shoes and long trousers to be worn during the activity.
Full Moon Camel Ride
In-house guests can indulge in a 30 minute, magnificent camel ride under the beaming moonlight, whilst looking out at sand dunes and desert wildlife, with the desert tundra lit up by the stars and the moon.
Price: AED 310 net/couple, AED 190 net/adult and AED 135 net/child
Note: Long trousers and proper closed footwear are required for the activity.
Sunset Yoga
Guests can enjoy an outdoor yoga lesson at Falcon’s Deck which merges breathing practice with intense exercises. This experience enables guests to stretch, balance the body and focus the mind as they enjoy the glorious sunrise.
Price: AED 150
Stargazing
Guests can soak up the sky while experiencing true serenity under the desert starlight, whilst learning about the planets in our solar system and how stars were used for navigation. With the resort’s astronomy experts, guests will be able to discover stars, constellations, visible planets and galaxies.
Price: AED 250 per adult / AED 375 per couple / AED 190 per child
Advance reservations are required and subject to availability.
For more information or to make a reservation, please call +971 7206 7777 or email reservation.rakdesert@marriott-service.com
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach
The island-inspired resort is the perfect escape away from the bustling city to completely unwind. With private, moonlit dining experiences, relaxing day-to-night spa pursuits and decadent, in-room personal pools. The secluded property has numerous romantic locations throughout, including the Al Shamal Villas with a private deck, perfect for small weddings or engagement parties, offering the utmost privacy.
Dining offerings
Sunset rituals at Shore House
Sophisticated yet casual, the resort’s signature Shore House Restaurant offers 50% off selected beverages and menu items whilst enjoying the spectacular sunset and opulent views of the Arabian Gulf. Available daily from 4-6pm, guests can sit on the restaurant’s outdoor deck, overlooking the sandy beach and azure blue waters while listening to chilled electronic sounds and sipping freshly poured beverages.
Beach Deck
The Beach Deck is the ideal spot for the outdoor season, offering a decadent menu of premium seafood dishes, refreshing cocktails and Shisha, making it the ideal location for guests and local residents to enjoy a relaxed alfresco dining experience. The venue is an ideal venue from sunset with beverage promotions and the chefs on hand to tailor dishes to guests exacting expectations. From seafood towers to fresh oysters the sea inspired fair is the ideal venue to escape city life.
Destination Dining
Unique dining experiences are available throughout the resort with the option of a beachfront setting or in-room dining offering, whereby guests can choose to enjoy a bespoke dining experience at sunset or under the sparkling night sky. Guests can enjoy this experience on the shore side, jetty or marina, making for an extremely romantic experience creating memorable moments for guests.
Starting from AED 425
Wellness
Spa afternoons
With an uninterrupted view of the Arabian Gulf from the luxurious treatment rooms offering a true sense of peace, late afternoons spent with a massage or treatment are perfect to be enjoyed at sunset. Private, waterside pavilions are the setting for locally inspired treatments prepared with flowers, native spices and other natural ingredients and facials harnessing the strength of products from luxury brands ESPA and Natura Bissé.
Reserve any 90-minute body massage from our menu and enjoy a 30-minute deep cleanse express facial with our compliments.
Price: AED 799 net/head.
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