• InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa will open in February. All photos: IHG
    InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa will open in February. All photos: IHG
  • The family-friendly resort is spread over two peninsulas on Hayat Island.
    The family-friendly resort is spread over two peninsulas on Hayat Island.
  • There are two temperature-controlled swimming pools, with views to the ocean.
    There are two temperature-controlled swimming pools, with views to the ocean.
  • Fresh coconuts will be served by the pool at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah.
    Fresh coconuts will be served by the pool at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah.
  • A pool villa terrace at Ras Al Khaimah's newest hotel.
    A pool villa terrace at Ras Al Khaimah's newest hotel.
  • Al-fresco dining at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa.
    Al-fresco dining at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa.
  • Levant & Nar will serve Lebanese and Turkish cuisine.
    Levant & Nar will serve Lebanese and Turkish cuisine.
  • Rooms at the property overlook the Hajar mountains or the ocean.
    Rooms at the property overlook the Hajar mountains or the ocean.
  • Saffar is the all-day dining restaurant.
    Saffar is the all-day dining restaurant.
  • The lobby at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa.
    The lobby at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa.
  • Set on Hayat Island, the hotel offers waterside views and beachside living.
    Set on Hayat Island, the hotel offers waterside views and beachside living.
  • The hotel has six restaurants and bars.
    The hotel has six restaurants and bars.
  • Rooms are spacious and come with terraces or balconies.
    Rooms are spacious and come with terraces or balconies.
  • New York-inspired Noho Bar.
    New York-inspired Noho Bar.
  • Al-fresco dining at Shasha.
    Al-fresco dining at Shasha.
  • Guests can upgrade to Club InterContinental for access to a private pool, exclusive check-in area and other perks.
    Guests can upgrade to Club InterContinental for access to a private pool, exclusive check-in area and other perks.
  • Ramsa is the hotel's lobby lounge.
    Ramsa is the hotel's lobby lounge.

InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa to open in February


Hayley Skirka
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Ras Al Khaimah's newest hotel will open in the northern emirate before the end of this month.

The InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa is less than three weeks away from opening its doors on Hayat Island.

The 351-room resort is Ras Al Khaimah's first InterContinental hotel and is set right on the beachfront with views of the Arabian Sea and the Hajar mountains.

Six new dining and drinking spots will open at the hotel including New York-inspired Noho Bar and Turkish and Lebanese fusion spot Levant & Nar. Sunset drinks around the fire pit at Shasha will undoubtedly be popular, with the al fresco venue offering awesome views over the ocean as well as poolside dining.

Click through the gallery above for a sneak peek of what to expect at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa.

InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort and Spa will have six new restaurants and bars. Photo: IHG
InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort and Spa will have six new restaurants and bars. Photo: IHG

Guests staying at the hotel can book a room, suite or villa, with each category offering spacious accommodation and a private balcony or terrace. For those seeking utmost privacy, private pools and family villas are surrounded by well-manicured gardens and located only a few steps from the white sandy beach.

For travellers staying in premium rooms, there will be complimentary access to the Club InterContinental Experience. Housed in a separate building, this exclusive club offers a dedicated premium check-in area, a private pool and bespoke food and beverages served throughout the day.

The hotel has plenty to keep the whole family entertained with two temperature-controlled swimming pools, a fitness suite and a luxury spa with a Turkish hammam and 10 treatment rooms.

A deluxe sea-view room at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort and Spa. Photo: IHG
A deluxe sea-view room at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort and Spa. Photo: IHG

Children will be entertained and educated at Planet Trekkers, IHG's signature club that specialises in creating adventures for children to allow them to find out more about the world through hands-on activities. Older children will be happy at the Teens Club.

The hotel is also offering a plethora of day trips to some of Ras Al Khaimah's most interesting spots including visits to the Suwaidi Pearl Farm, dhow cruises through the mangroves and desert safari excursions.

Rooms start from Dh1,007 excluding taxes. To celebrate the launch, the advance saver rate offers a 15 per cent discount on best available rates plus complimentary breakfast to guests who are among the first to stay at the new luxury resort.

InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa, Al Raffa, Ras Al Khaimah; ihg.com

Update: This article previously stated an opening date but this has been changed due to incorrect information provided.

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