Discover Qasr Al Sarab's Most Restorative Wellness Experiences This Summer

August 21, 2025 - Hidden deep in the world’s largest uninterrupted sand desert, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offers a rare chance to reconnect with self and surroundings through a thoughtfully curated selection of wellness experiences this summer.

Framed by endless golden dunes and surrounded by silence, the resort is a sanctuary for rest, renewal, and reconnection. Just 2.5 hours from Abu Dhabi and 3.5 from Dubai, it blends opulence with local heritage, offering private pool villas, panoramic views, and award-winning dining, the perfect setting for immersing fully in the vast stillness of the desert.

At its heart lies the Anantara Spa, a serene space where Arabian rituals meet Thai wellness traditions. Floor-to-ceiling windows invite the desert in, setting the scene for slow, immersive therapies. From Moroccan hammam rituals to desert-inspired massages and facials by French brand Biologique Recherche (exclusive to the resort), the spa promises a journey into deep restoration.

Here are the top five wellness experiences to enjoy at the resort this summer:

1. Desert Ice Bath Experience: A refreshing counterpoint to the desert’s warmth, this guided cold immersion therapy is held within the resort’s serene Wellness Center. Expertly led, it’s designed to support muscle recovery, stimulate circulation, calm the nervous system, and revitalize the skin. An energising reset, grounded in nature.

2. Biologique Recherche Face Treatments: Soin Oxygénant VIP O2 Facial: A results-driven facial using Biologique Recherche’s favorite formulations. This oxygenating treatment delivers deep hydration and a radiant glow, ideal for desert-weary skin. Customized to each guest's needs, it leaves the complexion visibly lifted, smoothed, and revitalized.

3. Arabian Desert Rose Ritual: A four-hour journey of renewal for both body and spirit. This indulgent ritual begins with a desert sand body scrub to polish and prepare the skin, followed by a purifying rhassoul clay mask and a milky rose bath. A full-body massage and Biologique Recherche facial complete the experience, leaving guests with a profound sense of balance and inner calm.

4. Rub’ al Khali Healing Sand Bath: Inspired by Bedouin traditions, this therapeutic experience uses the natural heat and minerals of the Rub’ al Khali sands to soothe muscular and joint discomfort. As the body is gently cocooned in warm desert sands, tension melts away. A cooling mask completes the treatment, restoring harmony and inner stillness.

5. Qasr Al Sarab Royal Hammam: A signature ritual rooted in centuries of Moroccan wellness, the Royal Hammam is designed to purify, replenish, and heal from the inside out. This private experience begins with a deeply detoxifying steam to open pores and release built-up tension, followed by a traditional exfoliation to renew the skin’s texture. Mineral-rich clay is then applied to nourish the body, while a calming back massage enhances circulation and supports the lymphatic system. The treatment not only leaves the skin luminous and rebalanced but also promotes deep muscular relief and mental clarity.

The Dune Oasis Escape, starting from $300 USD, is perfect for those seeking a restorative retreat. This offer includes accommodation in a room or suite with daily breakfast, and guests benefit from an upgrade to the next room category, excluding suites and villas. Stays in rooms and suites include a $55 USD spa credit, while one-bedroom villas offer $55 USD in resort credit. Each villa booking comes with a complimentary 90-minute spa treatment, and guests in two- and three-bedroom villas also benefit from 50% off a second treatment. Early check-in from 12 noon and late check-out until 2 pm add extra flexibility to the experience. 

For more information or to make a reservation:

Visit: https://www.anantara.com/en/qasr-al-sarab-abu-dhabi

Contact: Anantara’s Central Reservations Office at +971 (0) 2 895 8700

A luxury hospitality brand for modern travelers, Anantara has connected guests to genuine places, people and stories in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations since 2001. Each Anantara embraces the surroundings and culture of its destination to create unforgettable memories for every guest. From city to sea and desert to jungle, Anantara delivers heartfelt, Thai-inspired hospitality at its over 50 hotels and resorts across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.

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