Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort, Resort in Al Dhafra, United Arab Emirates
Anantara Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort is a resort in Al Dhafra, United Arab Emirates. It sits within the Liwa Desert and offers rooms, suites, and villas with desert views and hand-crafted furnishings.
Qasr Al Sarab was raised in the Liwa Desert of Al Dhafra, about 90 minutes' drive from Abu Dhabi, as a fort-style desert retreat modelled on the Empty Quarter's historic forts. Its name means "castle of the mirage". The property is operated by Anantara and stands in the Murīr area, near the edge of the Rub' al Khali.
Rooms, suites and villas are fitted with locally hand-crafted furnishings in warm, earthy tones. Evening theme nights bring local performance artists to the resort, presenting regional culture to guests. The property stands in the Liwa Desert, part of the Empty Quarter, and its name, Qasr Al Sarab, means palace of the mirage.
The resort is about 90 minutes from Abu Dhabi, so plan for a drive through the desert. Once there, you can easily walk to the main areas, and staff can help you arrange activities.
The resort's remote location means you can see stars without light pollution. Also, the architecture mimics a desert fort, which surprises many visitors.
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