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The view from the infinity pool overlooks Snoopy Island.
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The National spent a night at Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort, one of the oldest coastal resort in the UAE. All images courtesy Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort
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Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort first opened in 1978 as a place where scuba divers would rent a chalet after a day exploring the waves along the east coast.
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Hammocks and palm trees at Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort.
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Snoopy Island is visible from almost anywhere in the resort.
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The vibe is relaxed.
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Sunset in the gardens at Sandy Beach Hotel and Resort.
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The new infinity swimming pool and children's Splash Pad at Sandy Beach make it worth the drive for family-friendly staycations.
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Sandy Beach ticks the boxes if you're looking for a family-friendly, rustic beachside break.
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Splash Pad water park at Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort in Fujairah.
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Hotel accommodation is basic, but adequate. The lower levels come with private terraces and the upper floors have the best views.
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The view from the infinity pool overlooks Snoopy Island.
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The National spent a night at Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort, one of the oldest coastal resort in the UAE. All images courtesy Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort
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Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort first opened in 1978 as a place where scuba divers would rent a chalet after a day exploring the waves along the east coast.
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/BNKSZ5ABODDF3ZAMMU2IJKRF2Y.jpg?smart=true&auth=61df318f27e7f230ffdb72be4552526ff054154a6da45b7d3288e5e091346e42&width=400&height=225)
Hammocks and palm trees at Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort.
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Snoopy Island is visible from almost anywhere in the resort.
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The vibe is relaxed.
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Sunset in the gardens at Sandy Beach Hotel and Resort.
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The new infinity swimming pool and children's Splash Pad at Sandy Beach make it worth the drive for family-friendly staycations.
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/QNNY44UF3TOP2MUTDHSPPPTKAI.jpg?smart=true&auth=802a7b15728fe20f3884dfc75a2ddbac7e31fe251739228c9bd0fe5d9cf68274&width=400&height=225)
Sandy Beach ticks the boxes if you're looking for a family-friendly, rustic beachside break.
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Splash Pad water park at Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort in Fujairah.
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Hotel accommodation is basic, but adequate. The lower levels come with private terraces and the upper floors have the best views.
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The view from the infinity pool overlooks Snoopy Island.
Fujairah's Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort review – Hotel Insider
One of the oldest coastal resorts in the UAE remains a family-friendly favourite for rustic getaways on the east coast
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Hayley Skirka
28 March, 2021
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