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Citron lobby lounge is modern and elegant
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Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort has opened in Ras Al Khaimah. Photos: Pawan Singh / The National
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The lobby is beautifully designed with Arabian and contemporary features
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The five-star resort is nestled in Al Hamra Village
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The low-rise hotel has four swimming pools and seven culinary outposts
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Guests check in at gold-brushed reception desks
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In-pool loungers at one of the resort's beachfront pools
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Children can enjoy the waterpark at the five-star resort
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Ample space is a given in each of the hotel's rooms and suites
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East all-day dining restaurant
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Guests have access to a fully-equipped fitness studio overlooking the water
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Citron lobby lounge is modern and elegant
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Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort has opened in Ras Al Khaimah. Photos: Pawan Singh / The National
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The lobby is beautifully designed with Arabian and contemporary features
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The five-star resort is nestled in Al Hamra Village
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The low-rise hotel has four swimming pools and seven culinary outposts
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Guests check in at gold-brushed reception desks
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In-pool loungers at one of the resort's beachfront pools
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Children can enjoy the waterpark at the five-star resort
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Ample space is a given in each of the hotel's rooms and suites
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East all-day dining restaurant
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Guests have access to a fully-equipped fitness studio overlooking the water
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Citron lobby lounge is modern and elegant
Inside Ras Al Khaimah's new Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
Five-star escape has four beachfront swimming pools, seven dining options and endless ocean views
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Hayley Skirka
15 May, 2024
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