Guide to InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa
- Hotel Facilities
- Rooms and Suites
- Average Cost
- Cancellation Policy
- Getting Around
- Restaurants
- Major Landmarks
- FAQs
Surrounded by gorgeous scenic beauty, the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa celebrates the best of Middle Eastern hospitality, by offering guests an unmatched 5-star beachside experience. Set amidst the mountains and desert, on the coastline of the Arabian Sea – the hotel’s location makes it great for those seeking a luxurious getaway from city life.
ABOUT INTERCONTINENTAL RAS AL KHAIMAH MINA AL ARAB RESORT & SPA
One of the well-known InterContinental hotels in the UAE, this relaxing retreat offers a lengthy stretch of white sandy beach and lush green gardens. Guests can enjoy popular cuisines from around the world at the six in-house restaurants and bars and indulge in a variety of leisure activities available at the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah.
The hotel boasts luxury rooms with stunning views of the Arabian Gulf. Guests can choose to spend time at the beach or enjoy a swim at the infinity pool. The InterContinental Hotel spa and Turkish Hammam are excellent if you want to add a bit of self-care to your holiday!
Mina Al Arab is an upscale waterfront community in Ras Al Khaimah, particularly known for its luxury apartments and villas set amidst natural surroundings. The community is great for anyone who wants to live near the ocean with a variety retail facilities, dining and entertainment options nearby. Houses for rent in Mina Al Arab have prices starting from AED 65k per year, whereas the annual rent for apartments here start at AED 18k.
IN A NUTSHELL
- Type of building: 5-star hotel
- Location: Hayat Island, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah
- Unit types: Hotel suites, hotel rooms and villas
- Amenities: Fitness centre, infinity pool, restaurants, cafes, bars, covered parking, elevators, 24-hour security, meeting halls
- Opening date: March 2022
- Pet policy: Pets not allowed
- Parking: Complimentary valet parking available
INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL RAK SERVICES
- Concierge desk service
- Airport shuttle (separate charge)
- Private car service (separate charge)
- Valet parking
- Languages spoken by staff: English, Arabic, German, French and Russian
FACILITIES IN INTERCONTINENTAL MINA AL ARAB
EVENT SPACE
InterContinental Hotel RAK has two meeting rooms, one ballroom and one boardroom that are ideal for conferences, social gatherings, parties and business meets. The Juman Ballroom has the capacity to house 380 guests. The boardroom is designed to seat 20 people at a time, whereas the meeting rooms have combined capacity for 150 guests. For weddings and parties, the hotel also allows the use of its private beach, secret garden and the Levant & Nar Restaurant.
LEISURE AMENITIES
The InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa offers a bunch of activities for its guests. You can lounge on the private beach complete with daybeds and a beachside bar to elevate your experience.
The hotel’s infinity swimming pool is open for all, with a pool bar and competent staff to make sure you enjoy your time there.
The activity programme at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah also includes yoga on the beach, kayaking, paddleboarding and tennis.
The young guests can be enrolled into the hotel’s Planet Trekkers and Teens Club activities, which ensure they have a number of fun things to do throughout the day.
The hotel also offers destination packages for exploring the mountains, deserts, mangroves and pearl farming.
FITNESS AND WELLNESS FACILITIES
This 5-star hotel offers an array of fitness and relaxation options. The InterContinental Hotel spa offers luxury spa services and products aimed at rejuvenating your senses. You can visit the spa and avail their specially curated service packages for some much-deserved me time.
For extravagant levels of pampering, you can visit the hotel’s Turkish Hammam, where expert therapists will make sure you are treated to a bathing experience that leaves you feeling totally renewed.
The Health Club at InterContinental Mina Al Arab is designed with state-of-the-art equipment for you to keep up your fitness regime even when taking a break from your normal day-to-day lifestyle. The gym gets plenty of natural light and has a private fitness studio as well.
CONCIERGE AND GUEST SERVICES
The reception desk works round the clock and a 24-hour concierge service is available for all guests at the InterContinental RAK.
HOTEL SUITES AND ROOMS IN INTERCONTINENTAL RAS AL KHAIMAH MINA AL ARAB RESORT & SPA
The InterContinental Hotel RAK offers 351 sea view guest rooms and suites that are classified into the following categories:
- Classic and Panoramic Rooms
- One Bedroom Suite
- Garden Terrace Suite
- Presidential Suite
- Villas
The hotel also extends Club InterContinental privileges to members on all rooms and suites. These include access to the Club InterContinental Lounge, where you can enjoy facilities like a jacuzzi, a private pool and premium culinary delights all day.
Each room and suite at the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah comes with complimentary high-speed internet, central air-conditioning, an in-room safe box, a minibar, a coffee machine and a flat-screen TV with IPTV system. The rooms and suites also feature a seating area and an en-suite bathroom with high-quality amenities that include hairdryer, bathrobes, towels and slippers.
CLASSIC AND PANORAMIC ROOMS IN INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL RAK
The classic and panoramic sea view guest rooms span 45 sqm. and come in single king or two twin beds configurations. These rooms also have private balconies with day beds, where you can soak up the sun and enjoy stunning views of the Arabian Gulf. The panoramic rooms are located on the higher floors. The en-suite bathrooms here are installed with rain showers.
ONE BEDROOM SUITE IN INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL RAK
The one bedroom suites offer a 68 sqm. living space that includes a king size bed and a living room. The en-suite bathrooms come with a free standing bath tub and the terrace offers spectacular views of the sea.
GARDEN TERRACE SUITE IN INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL RAK
With a covered area of 100 sqm. the 1-bedroom garden terrace suites feature a separate living room and dining space. The highlights of these suites are the spacious terraces that open into a lush green garden. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a deep soaking tub.
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE IN INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL RAK
These ultra luxurious suites offer a 200sqm. living space, with direct beach access and an expansive outdoor space. The suite comes with a king bed and can be connected to an adjoining room to accommodate more people. The bathroom features a deep soaking bathtub to complete that luxury feel.
VILLAS IN INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL RAK
At the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah, you can choose from seafront villas and beachfront pool villas. As the names suggest, the seafront villas come with spacious terraces that offer unhindered views of the ocean. Covering a 100 sqm. area, this space is available in king size or two twin bed configurations and includes a large contemporary bedroom and a grand living and dining area.
The beachfront pool villas on the other hand come with a private swimming pool, direct beach access and spacious terraces.
AVERAGE COST
The average prices for a stay in InterContinental RAK are as follows:
- Classic Sea View: From AED 830 per night
- Classic Panoramic Sea View: From AED 970 per night
- 1 Bedroom Suite Sea View: From AED 1,220 per night
- Seafront Villas: From AED 1,390 per night
The rooms and suites with Club InterContinental Privileges have per night rates starting from AED 1,250.
*Please note that these prices are estimated as per InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa’s website and are subject to change based on the dates selected, the hotel’s policy, add-ons, limited time promotions, etc.
CANCELLATION POLICY AT INTERCONTINENTAL RAS AL KHAIMAH
Generally, the hotel allows for free cancellation until 24 hours before arrival. However, the cancellation policy is subject to the dates and accommodations you book. So it’s best to confirm this beforehand.
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMINGS AT INTERCONTINENTAL RAS AL KHAIMAH
Check-in at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah starts from 03:00 pm.
Check-out at InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah is until 12:00 pm.
Guests can speak to the hotel for early check-in timings and late check-out timings if applicable.
GETTING AROUND
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
The hotel does provide airport transfers for guests upon request. These transfers are subject to an additional charge.
AVAILABILITY OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Public transport in Ras Al Khaimah is limited, so it might not be possible to find a bus route that operates near the hotel. However, you can easily get taxis to and from the hotel.
RESTAURANTS & BARS AT THE INTERCONTINENTAL RAS AL KHAIMAH
If you’re looking for dining/drinking options in the InterContinental Hotel RAK, you can try out the following:
- Levant & Nar – Enjoy modern renditions of Levantine delicacies, with the option to dine al fresco on the restaurant’s terrace overlooking the sea.
- Saffar – This all-day dining restaurant offers cuisines from all over the world.
- NoHo Bar & Grill – This New York-inspired bar and grill offers a selection of wines and craft beers to be paired with delicious pub-grub.
- Amarbar – A library bar that serves a curated selection of gins and whiskeys from all over the world.
- Ramsa – For an afternoon treat you can enjoy organic tea and coffee with a variety of sweet and savoury delights.
- ShaSha Pool Bar – Take in the beautiful ocean views as you treat yourself to al fresco light bites and frozen cocktails at this buzzing, beach-side hub.
For more options, you can head to these restaurants near InterContinental Mina Al Arab:
- Shrimp Pot Seafood Restaurant
- Muse Cafe
- LaLuna
- Thekryat Lebanese Restaurant
All these eateries are located within a 6-minute drive of the hotel and offer a variety of food choices for you to explore.
MAJOR LANDMARKS
- Mina Al Arab Malibu Beach
- Mina Al Arab Granada Beach
- RAK Track
- Al Jazeera Diving & Swimming Center
- Al Hamra Mall
For beach lovers out there, the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa is ideally located. The Granada Beach and Malibu Beach on Mina Al Arab are within a 2km distance from this 5-star hotel. In addition, the Al Jazeera Beach and Flamingo Beach, which are categorised as some of the best beaches in RAK, are also located nearby.
For shopping, dining and entertainment options, you can head over to the Al Hamra Mall, which is located just 9 minutes’ drive away from the hotel. The variety of shops and restaurants in Al Hamra Mall will set you up for a day well spent.
Aside from the mall and the beaches, notable entertainment destinations in close proximity to the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah include the RAK Track and the Al Jazeera Diving and Swimming Center.
FAQs
WHAT TYPE OF ROOM CAN I BOOK AT INTERCONTINENTAL RAS AL KHAIMAH?
At the InterContinental hotel in RAK, you can book the Classic Sea View rooms or the Deluxe Sea View Rooms in double and/or twin configurations. You also have the option to book one-bedroom suites for an ultra luxurious experience.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO STAY AT INTERCONTINENTAL RAS AL KHAIMAH RESORT AND SPA?
Standard prices for a stay in this 5-star RAK hotel start at AED 830 per night. However, it is best to refer to the hotel website for current rates.
Please note: prices are subject to change depending on seasonal demand, availability of rooms and hotel policies.
WHAT IS THE NEAREST AIRPORT TO INTERCONTINENTAL RAK?
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) is nearest airport to the hotel, located a 40-minute drive away.
That’s all we have for you now. If you are looking for other lovely hotels in Ras Al Khaimah for a weekend getaway, you can also take a look at the hotels on Marjan Island. Value your privacy? There are a number of excellent hotels with private pools in RAK that offer the perfect mix of luxury and seclusion.
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Cover Image Courtesy: InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa website
