RAK's most glamorous address — a spectacular man-made archipelago of four coral-shaped islands stretching 4.5km into the Arabian Gulf, home to the Wynn Al Marjan Island resort and the UAE's first legal casino
Flight Time
7h to Dubai + 1h transfer
Best Time
October to April
Country
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
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Al Marjan Island is the most glamorous and exciting destination in Ras Al Khaimah — the Rixos all-inclusive, the upcoming Wynn casino resort, beautiful island beaches and the waterfront promenade make it the best beach base in RAK. 45 minutes from Dubai Airport.
October to April is ideal. Great value compared to Dubai.
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Call 01282 960 460The Wynn resort, Rixos all-inclusive, beautiful island beaches and the waterfront promenade that make Al Marjan Island the most glamorous destination in Ras Al Khaimah.
The Wynn Al Marjan Island is the most anticipated resort opening in the UAE — a vast luxury resort at the tip of Al Marjan Island, featuring the UAE's first legal casino, a 1,500-room hotel, multiple pools, a private beach, world-class restaurants and entertainment venues. The resort is a joint venture between Wynn Resorts and RAK Hospitality Holding and represents a landmark moment for the UAE's tourism industry. The opening of the casino is expected to transform RAK into a major international tourism destination.
The Rixos Bab Al Bahr is the finest all-inclusive resort in Ras Al Khaimah — a beautiful beachfront resort with 499 rooms and suites, a private beach, multiple pools, an excellent spa, six restaurants and a full all-inclusive package including premium drinks and water sports. The resort is set on Al Marjan Island with extraordinary views of the Arabian Gulf and is the best choice for families and couples who want a hassle-free luxury beach holiday in RAK.
Al Marjan Island has the finest and most accessible beaches in Ras Al Khaimah — a series of beautiful sandy beaches along the four coral-shaped islands, with calm, warm Arabian Gulf water, excellent facilities and a pleasant, uncrowded atmosphere. The beaches are significantly less crowded than those of Dubai and have a more relaxed and exclusive feel. The water is warm year-round and the beaches are pleasant from October to May.
Al Marjan Island has an excellent waterfront dining scene — a string of restaurants and cafes along the island promenade serving fresh seafood, Lebanese mezze, Italian, Japanese and international cuisine, with beautiful views of the Arabian Gulf. The restaurants at the Rixos Bab Al Bahr and the DoubleTree by Hilton are the finest on the island. The waterfront promenade is the most pleasant evening destination in RAK.
Al Marjan Island has excellent water sports facilities — jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, banana boat rides and glass-bottom boat tours are all available from the island beaches. The calm, warm water of the Arabian Gulf is ideal for water sports and the island has several dedicated water sports centres. The snorkelling around the island is good, with a variety of reef fish and occasional sea turtles.
Al Marjan Island has the finest sunset views in Ras Al Khaimah — the island extends 4.5km into the Arabian Gulf and faces directly west, giving extraordinary panoramic views of the sunset over the water. The waterfront promenade and the hotel terraces are the finest places to watch the sunset in RAK. The views of the Hajar Mountains to the east and the Arabian Gulf to the west are extraordinary.
The Al Marjan Island Boulevard is the main commercial strip of the island — a pleasant waterfront promenade with shops, restaurants, cafes and leisure facilities. The boulevard is the most pleasant outdoor shopping and dining destination in RAK and is particularly lively in the evening. The promenade has good views of the Gulf and the island's hotel towers.
Al Marjan Island is 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport by taxi or transfer — significantly closer than Abu Dhabi and more affordable than Dubai. The island is connected to the RAK mainland by a causeway. Taxis and hotel shuttles are the main transport. October to April is the best time to visit. The summer heat (May to September) is extreme but the all-inclusive resorts are excellent value during this period.
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