The best hotels in Ras Al Khaimah in 2026 include Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, Rixos Bab Al Bahr and DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island on Al Marjan Island, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah, and The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert in the desert.
Ras Al Khaimah is about a 45-minute drive from Dubai International Airport, and most of its beach resorts are on Al Marjan Island. A few desert resorts sit inland near the Al Wadi Nature Reserve. Rates are usually lower than in Dubai, especially in the shoulder season.
A luxury resort on Ras Al Khaimah's coast.
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah offers elegant rooms and suites, according to Hilton's page for the resort.
It suits couples and families who want a polished beach stay.
Good to know: Check Hilton's site for current offers.
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
An all-inclusive beach resort on Marjan Island.
Rixos Bab Al Bahr is an all-inclusive resort on Marjan Island, with a beach on white sands, according to its website.
It suits families and groups who want an all-inclusive stay.
Good to know: Ask exactly what the all-inclusive plan covers.
Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
A beachfront resort about 45 minutes from Dubai Airport.
Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah is a beachfront resort. Its site says it is a 45-minute drive from Dubai International Airport and 30 minutes from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.
It suits visitors who want a beach resort with easy airport access.
Good to know: Check transfer options when booking.
Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
A large family resort with a 650-meter private beach.
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island has a 650-meter private beach, 13 bars and restaurants and seven pools, including one indoor, according to Hilton's page.
It suits families who want choice on site.
Good to know: Check which restaurants are included in your rate.
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
A luxury desert resort in Ras Al Khaimah.
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is a luxury desert resort with elevated accommodations, according to the Ritz-Carlton site.
It suits couples who want a quiet desert escape.
Good to know: Ask what desert activities are included.
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah says it is about a 45-minute drive from Dubai International Airport.
Many are on Al Marjan Island, including Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Waldorf Astoria and DoubleTree by Hilton Marjan Island.
Yes. The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert is one example.
Rixos Bab Al Bahr describes itself as an all-inclusive resort. Check each hotel's current packages.