Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

Located in the heart of Liwa Desert of the Empty Quarter, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara represents sustainable luxury and provides an incredible experience of being among the sprawling beauty of the largest unbroken sand desert in the world. This secluded oasis offers 140 rooms, 14 suites and 51 pool villas including exciting desert adventures like desert drives, archery, sand boarding and more. The palatial rustic-style decors of the resort combined with uninterrupted golden sand and wavy dunes provided the perfect setting to shoot our 2023 Collection lookbook.

Aiming to be the greenest desert resort in the world, this resort is self-sufficient with their own on-site greenhouse, which produces 150kg of organic produce which is used across their signature dishes. In their efforts to bring sustainability at the forefront, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara also launched a list of sustainable initiatives that build upon lowering energy usage and reducing carbon footprint. Some of the efforts include removing all plastic-based disposable packaging including plastic key cards and transitioning to wooden key cards. They are also one of the first resorts in the UAE to partner with Al-Ain Water to introduce new bio-degradable water bottles. All water in resort is recycled and re-used for irrigation. Click here to learn more on their vision to be the greenest desert resort in the world.

Despite the remote location, the resort offers great options for dining overlooking the magnificent dunes. From Mediterranean to true Bedouin style dining, choices are endless for culinary discoveries. For breakfast, discover flavoured Saj breads and Emirati pancakes at Al Waha and experience sunset cocktails and fine dining under the stars at Suhail’s rooftop terrace. Look for sanctuary and unwind in their dedicated spa and wellness centre with a variety of body treatments including Moroccan Hammam, massages and facial.

Get whisked away to unparalleled luxury amid the desert charm of Abu Dhabi’s Empty Quarter and uncover a unique resort experience at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara.