Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara on Sir Bani Yas Island, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The resort is so calm, peaceful, and beautifully maintained..It’s perfect place for a romantic getaway. Everything was exceptionally clean and well organized. The food was absolutely delicious, with great quality and variety that made our celebration even more special. A heartfelt thank you to Sahan, David and Thilina for their outstanding hospitality. They were incredibly kind, attentive, and professional. Their warm service made us feel valued and truly cared for during our special occasion. Thank you for making our wedding anniversary so memorable. We will definitely visit again! ❤️

I had an excellent massage experience at this place. Honestly, the level of professionalism, cleanliness, and reception was very high. I would like to give special thanks to Pema for her outstanding work and attention to detail. She made sure to ask about the areas of pain and focused on them, and the massage pressure was perfectly balanced and comfortable from start to finish. It’s clear that she works with dedication and truly cares about her job. My experience with her was one of the best massage experiences I’ve ever had. I sincerely thank her for her effort and wish her all the best

We had fun during our stay, vila was spacious with swimming pool temperature just perfect. Lot of space for kids to run around. Staff is very courteous and polite only suggestion is to add few more options for vegetarian in restaurants and in room dining staff Harish was very helpful in check-in and out

We stayed at Desert Islands Resort for one night from 11–12 November. Although our stay was short, it was absolutely lovely. All of the staff were friendly and helpful, with a special mention to Sasandi, who checked us in and immediately made us feel right at home. The room was spacious and comfortable, and breakfast the following morning was excellent, with a great selection. The chefs kept the buffet well stocked and spotless, making for a very pleasant dining experience. We would also like to thank Gerard for driving us between the resorts and back to the ferry terminal. Thank you for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Exceptional stay with top notch hospitality. The staff was extremely courteous and hospitable specially Harish and Sahan, both were extremely cordial and went above and beyond to facilitate us. Jonhatan made our Safri ride informative n engaging. Food options were limited and overpriced. The only improvement that needs to be made is regarding variation in menu and prices need to be a bit more affordable.

I would like to write about Ladda and the excellent work she does. From the moment I experienced her massage service, I immediately felt that she is truly professional and passionate about what she does. Her skills are outstanding, and the quality of her work reflects years of knowledge and dedication. She does not simply provide a massage; she delivers a complete experience of comfort, relaxation, and care. Ladda’s massage techniques are exceptional. She understands the body very well and knows exactly how to relieve tension and stress. Every movement feels intentional and precise. She pays close attention to pressure, rhythm, and the specific needs of each client. Because of her deep understanding of massage therapy, the session feels both therapeutic and relaxing at the same time. What impressed me the most is how much I learned from her. Through observing her techniques and listening to her explanations, I gained valuable knowledge about massage. She clearly has strong expertise and experience in this field. Her understanding of muscles, pressure points, and relaxation methods shows that she is highly trained and very knowledgeable. In addition, her level of care and attention is remarkable. She makes sure that the client feels comfortable at all times. Her professionalism, kindness, and dedication create a very positive atmosphere. Ladda is truly an expert in massage therapy, and her work is of the highest quality. I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a professional and exceptional massage experience.

Relaxing Holiday on a beautiful Island. Very nice atmosphere. Wild animals wondering around the gardens. The Safari program is perfect for families. Huge Thanks to Jonathan our deisgnated guide, he really makes a great job, huge knowledge and dedication for the nature. Kids Club with super friendly staff, thanks to Happy and Mia. Breakfast buffet with huge variety and allways smiling staff, thanks to Sofia. Reception also very kind and helpful thanks to Redno and Emanuel. Overall a very nice stay

Our recent stay at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island was extremely disappointing compared to our previous visits. The service quality has clearly declined and no longer reflects Anantara’s standards. When we contacted reception to inform them we were visiting another property on the island, staff questioned us unnecessarily about our reasons and plans, making a simple request feel uncomfortable and overly complicated. This is a clear downgrade from the professionalism and smooth service we experienced before. At Olio Restaurant, we were forced to choose a full or half board just to be able to order food, with no prior clarification. The prices paid were unjustifiably high and completely mismatched the quality and value of the food. Overall, the experience was not worth the cost, which is very disappointing given our previous positive stays.