{"id":51513,"date":"2024-05-22T12:30:28","date_gmt":"2024-05-22T08:30:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=51513"},"modified":"2024-05-22T14:45:41","modified_gmt":"2024-05-22T10:45:41","slug":"6-private-luxury-resorts-in-the-uae","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/articles\/6-private-luxury-resorts-in-the-uae\/","title":{"rendered":"Hidden Getaways: The GRAZIA Guide To The Best Private Luxury Resorts In The UAE"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_51526\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-51526\" style=\"width: 822px\" class=\"wp-caption alignfull -width\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-51526 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna-822x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Zoe Witherspoon Laguna beach Taverna\" width=\"822\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna-822x1024.jpg 822w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna-768x957.jpg 768w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna-400x499.jpg 400w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna-155x193.jpg 155w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna-150x187.jpg 150w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Zoe-Witherspoon-Laguna-beach-Taverna.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 822px) 100vw, 822px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-51526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: @zozoewitherspoon Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Away from the towering skyscrapers and city lights, sometimes all you need is a little break from the hustle and bustle of city life and travel towards the serene dunes or oases of the UAE.<\/p>\n<p>While Dubai is known as the standard luxury getaway for all things exclusive, there are hidden getaway locations across the UAE waiting to be booked.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you&#8217;re looking for quiet and secluded summer staycations or a quick weekend retreat, these luxury resorts should be on your go-to list.<\/p>\n<p>From quiet escapes to the deserts, and man-made islands to Santorini-inspired retreats, GRAZIA brings you some of the most exclusive resorts in the UAE you need to check out right now.<\/p>\n<h3>Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51529\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-51529\" style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption alignfull -width\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-51529 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat-819x1024.png\" alt=\"Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat-400x500.png 400w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat-155x194.png 155w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat-150x188.png 150w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Anantara-Santorini-Abu-Dhabi-Retreat.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-51529\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: @anantarasantorini Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you can&#8217;t book a flight to the coastal oasis that is Greece, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/anantarasantorini\/?locale=fr\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"s1\">Anantara<\/span><\/a> recently launched this new Santorini-inspired resort that sits perfectly between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This intimate hideaway is all about highlighting a tranquil environment. From exclusive dining venues to private oceanside views, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anantara.com\/en\/santorini-abu-dhabi?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw_-GxBhC1ARIsADGgDjv5oUtIymhrHmoVFvoXUn7T9GOVwnilTFA_XPuRlnihG4QwWE75g4saAsHLEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"s1\">Anantara Santorini<\/span><\/a> sits at the top of our list.<\/p>\n<h3>Al Faya Retreat by Sharjah Collection<\/h3>\n        <blockquote class=\"instagram-media \" style=\"background: #ffffff;border: 0;margin: 1px;width: 100%;padding: 0;\"  data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CrdXpxELQbn\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\"><\/blockquote>\n<p>Sharjah&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/sharjahcollection.ae\/al-badayer-retreat\/\"style=\"background-color: #ffffff\"  target=\"_blank\">Al Faya Retreat<\/a> offers a unique blend of industrial chic and desert luxury. With concrete interiors set against mountainous desert landscapes, this retreat features a brutalist chic swimming area and spa rooms. Experience tropical bathrooms, salt pools, and herbal rooms\u2014a perfect weekend escape in the dunes.<\/p>\n<h3>Bab Al Shams Desert Resort<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51528\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-51528\" style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption alignfull -width\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-51528 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Bab Al Shams Desert Resort\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort-155x194.jpg 155w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort-150x188.jpg 150w, https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2024\/05\/Bab-Al-Shams-Desert-Resort.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-51528\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: @babalshamshotel Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>To truly immerse yourself in the essence of Arabia, look no further than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.babalshams.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bab Al Shams Desert Resort.<\/a> Renowned for its picturesque Arabian architecture and embraced by palm trees, this haven seamlessly blends luxury with cultural authenticity. From its meticulously designed interiors to its array of heritage activities and desert adventures, Bab Al Shams offers a quintessential Arabian experience like no other\u2014a captivating fusion of tradition and indulgence.<\/p>\n<h3>Oberoi Al Zorah<\/h3>\n        <blockquote class=\"instagram-media \" style=\"background: #ffffff;border: 0;margin: 1px;width: 100%;padding: 0;\"  data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CxK-QJLrLJB\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\"><\/blockquote>\n<p>Nestled amidst natural mangroves, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oberoihotels.com\/hotels-in-al-zorah-ajman\/?utm_source=affilired&amp;utm_medium=aff&amp;utm_campaign=gbl-affmkt&amp;_affclk=adn:3817::Cj0KCQjw_-GxBhC1ARIsADGgDjtp3OTwc-DPG-xOF1X3cXeBH3TrOEKj6lemR255AI-_VqXiXbRZM5gaAsLEEALw_wcB:8002y1&amp;gad_source=1&amp;utm_source=affilired&amp;utm_medium=aff&amp;utm_campaign=gbl-affmkt&amp;_affclk=adn:3817::Cj0KCQjw_-GxBhC1ARIsADGgDjtp3OTwc-DPG-xOF1X3cXeBH3TrOEKj6lemR255AI-_VqXiXbRZM5gaAsLEEALw_wcB:8002y1:www_google_com\" target=\"_blank\">Oberoi beach resort<\/a> is the premier destination for those seeking a harmonious connection with nature. Renowned for its expansive design and outstanding hospitality, this 5-star retreat effortlessly elevates exclusivity to its pinnacle. Offering luxurious beachside villas with private pools and expansive verdant spaces, the resort caters exclusively to the discerning elite.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C03w4-nxxB0\/\" target=\"_blank\">AnaNtara Sir Banyas Island<\/a><\/h3>\n        <blockquote class=\"instagram-media \" style=\"background: #ffffff;border: 0;margin: 1px;width: 100%;padding: 0;\"  data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C1_shABp8Dn\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\"><\/blockquote>\n<p>Anantara isn&#8217;t new to the ultimate luxe getaway. If you&#8217;re opting to get away from the city and welcome the starry night sky of Abu Dhabi, then Anantara Sir Banyas Island is your next stop. This private island features only 30 villa compounds by the coast of Abu Dhabi, surrounded by lustrous waters and a wide span of natural reserves.<\/p>\n<h3>One&amp;Only The Palm<\/h3>\n        <blockquote class=\"instagram-media \" style=\"background: #ffffff;border: 0;margin: 1px;width: 100%;padding: 0;\"  data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C27ghHLOBIf\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\"><\/blockquote>\n<p>Are you really experiencing luxury without the taste of a full Arabian lifestyle? Basking on the sandy island of the Palm, One&amp;Only never neglects its goers. Choosing to elevate the summer luxury destination, stayers can enjoy and unwind with a private beachfront villa partnered up with a serene view of the crystal waters of Dubai.<\/p>\n<h3>Al Wathba Desert Resort &amp; Spa<\/h3>\n        <blockquote class=\"instagram-media \" style=\"background: #ffffff;border: 0;margin: 1px;width: 100%;padding: 0;\"  data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C03w4-nxxB0\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\"><\/blockquote>\n<p>Known to be the top-of-the-class, Al Wathba Desert Resort &amp; Spa offers a peaceful private vacation that transforms your stay into an idyllic experience at the heart of the Arabian desert. Nestling under the blanket of stars isn&#8217;t the only reason why this should be on your list. Taking a spin on traditional local luxury with their signature villas, the open desert right at the next footstep elevates your stay with the pleasant vista of UAE&#8217;s natural beauty.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42726,"featured_media":51530,"template":"","format":"standard","categories":[796,260,35,273],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v18.5 (Yoast SEO v20.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>UAE: The Private Luxury Resorts You Need To Book ASAP<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you&#039;re looking for quiet and secluded staycations for summer, here are six private luxury resorts that should be on your go-to list.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/articles\/6-private-luxury-resorts-in-the-uae\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" 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