Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort United Arab Emirates
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort
Al Ruwais, Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi,
United Arab Emirates, P.O. Box 12452
www.sir-bani-yas-island.anantara.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Minors Hotel Group
Shareholders
Modon Properties
Date of Creation
19th Dec 2013
Hotel General Manager
Ms. Lilia Ivanova Koleva
Hotel Positioning
5 star luxury
Development strategy
N/A
ANANTARA SIR BANI YAS ISLAND AL SAHEL VILLA RESORT
History & Story
Nestled within the Arabian Wildlife Park on Sir Bani Yas Island, Al Sahel Villa Resort offers a luxurious safari-style escape surrounded by free-roaming wildlife. Inspired by African lodges, the resort blends nature, adventure, and five-star comfort in a tranquil setting. Rooted in the vision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, it embodies sustainability and conservation, providing guests with an exclusive eco-luxury experience in the heart of the UAE.
Date Renewal
30th Nov 2024
Date added extensions
N/A
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Unique Safari-Style Experience, Secluded & Exclusive Villas, Eco-Friendly Luxury, Wildlife & Conservation Focus, Wake Up to Wildlife, Authentic Savannah Ambiance, Outdoor & Private Dining.
Location
Al Dannah City 45 minutes’ drive
Abu Dhabi Airport 3 hrs drive
Key sites/activities in the area
Upon arrival at the arrival centre hotel, will be picked up with a water taxi based on the allocated time frame, which will take 30 20-minute ride to Sir Bani Yas Island.
Guests can enjoy a Nature and wildlife drive, Discover conservation, Archery, Mountain Biking, Nature Walk, Wadi Walk, Culture & History Tour, Falcon Show, Horse riding, Night Activity, Kayaking, Snorkelling, Mangrove Restoration, and Education.
Fun Facts
Sir Bani Yas Island is the largest island off the coast of Abu Dhabi and was the former private island of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the UAE. Thanks to decades of conservation work, it is now home to thousands of large free-roaming animals and several million trees and plants. A bird sanctuary as well as a wildlife reserve.
Children’s Corner
Al Sahel Villa Resort is a family-friendly retreat. Guests can enjoy access to the Kids Club at our sister property, Desert Islands Resort, which is available for children aged 4 to 11.99. Teens 12 years and above can enjoy our teen club in the Desert Island Resort.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: NA
• Number of Luxury rooms: 30 Villas
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 30 Keys
Savannah Pool Villa – 315 sqm, King or Twin Bed, max capacity 2 Adults + 1 Child (up to 11.99 yrs). The child can share the parent’s existing bedding. Private Pool, Outdoor dining area, Private Deck, Luxury Amenities
Wilderness Pool Villa- 415 sqm, King Bed, max capacity 2 Adults + 1 Child (up to 11.99 yrs). The child can share the parent’s existing bedding. Private Pool, Living and Dining Area, Standalone Tub, Private Deck, Outdoor Dining Area, Luxury Amenities
Anantara Two Bedroom Family Pool Villa- 573sqm, max Capacity 4 Adults + 2 Children (up to 11.99 yrs old) with Mandatory 1 Extra Bed) King and Twin Bed, Private Pool, Living and Dining Area, Standalone Tub, Private Deck, Outdoor Dining Area, Luxury Amenities
Restaurants & Bars
• Savannah Grill Restaurant, Authentic African Steak House, located in Al Sahel Villa Resort
• Up to Full Board and all inclusive (Dine Around)
• Dine-around restaurant options at our sister properties include Olio Restaurant, an authentic Italian restaurant, and Al Shams, a Mediterranean restaurant.
Wellness
• Private Pool in Villa and Main pool available in Al Sahel Villa Resort.
• Work out rooms are available at the resort. Facility from the sister property can be used by Al Sahel guests.
• Anantara Spa is in the Desert Island resort (Sister property), guests can book the transportation through the hotel reception desk, and they will arrange the transportation to the Desert Island Resort with a convenient time for the guests.
Corporate & Celebration Events
• Dhabi ballrooms 525sqm, Max Capacity 300 covers,
• 3 meeting rooms, Al Maha (78 sqm) – Max 20 covers, Al Ghizlan & Al Anood (85 sqm each) – Max 30 covers.
The Ballroom and all meeting rooms are in the Desert Island Resort.
Extra Notable Features
N/A
Hotel and restaurant Awards
N/A
Number of employees
240