The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company L.L.C. is excited to announce the debut of The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach, the second luxury resort for The Ritz-Carlton brand inÊRas Al Khaimah, and the brand’s fifth property in theÊUnited Arab Emirates.
Located on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, just one hour away from the urban metropolis ofÊDubai, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach is the perfect getaway, seamlessly blending natural beauty and timeless luxury to create an intimate beach retreat. The resort features 32 luxurious tented villas, each with its own pool and direct beach access, offering comfort and privacy complemented by breathtaking views and indulgent amenities. Guests can choose from two types of villas. TheÊAl Naseem VillasÊfeature local design elements inspired by traditional Bedouin architecture and offer an elevated level of seclusion, while theÊAl Bahar VillasÊinclude open views and private beachfront access.
“We are seeing an increased desire from today’s luxury traveller for more high-end offerings and immersive escapes in emerging destinations, and The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach is perfectly suited to meet this need,” saidÊLisa Holladay, Global Brand leader for The Ritz-Carlton. “We look forward to welcoming guests to this stunning beachfront resort, which features the best of its destination together with the iconic Ritz-Carlton experience.”
Immersive programming gives guests the opportunity to exploreÊRas Al Khaimah’sÊkaleidoscope of experiences along the shores of the Al Hamra Beach. Resort guests can discover the natural beauty of the area with an afternoon of paddle boarding, a fishing trip on the coast ofÊRas Al Khaimah, a sunrise or sunset yoga experience overlooking the seashores, or simply enjoying the resort’s private beach. Meanwhile, young guests can explore the natural wonders and cultural traditions of the destination through theÊRitz Kids¨Êprogram, where they can explore the beachfront, gain a better understanding of the marine life through educating yet fun beach activities, or develop their inner artist with beach-inspired arts and crafts.
“We have been looking forward to the reopening of our beach resort under the management of The Ritz-Carlton and to giving guests truly memorable experiences,” saidÊFrederic Savoye, President of Hospitality Business, Al Hamra Group LLC. “We are thrilled to introduce the legendary Ritz-Carlton service, which combined with state-of-the-art facilities, elevated restaurants, and unique spa concepts, will offer the best in beachfront luxury to guests from all over the world.”
Resort guests can recharge at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, a seaside sanctuary offering holistic treatments in the comfort of dedicated treatment pavilions. This world-class spa offers a select menu of local, ocean-inspired treatments prepared with flowers and native spices. Two fitness centres are also available 24 hours for guests.
Fresh seafood and cuisine prepared with a local twist can be experienced while enjoying endless sea views from the resort’s signatureÊShore HouseÊrestaurant, which showcases gastronomic excellence with fresh catches from the sea and local produce. Meanwhile, exotic sundowners are served every day at sunset on the bar lounge. Those who want a more private dining experience can choose to dine on the beachfront, in a secluded beach cabana overlooking the crystal blue waters ofÊRas Al KhaimahÊor on the beachfront.
Additionally, guests wanting to explore The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert can do so easily with a daily shuttle bus travelling to and from the two resorts. Activities such as nature walk through the Al Wadi Nature Reserve, archery or wildlife entertainment with owl and falconry shows can be arranged for a day of desert exploration, truly offering something for everyone inÊRas Al Khaimah.
For more information, please visitÊhttp://www.ritzcarlton.com/alhamrabeach
