Sir Bani Yas Island, United Arab Emirates
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort
Savannah wildlife outpost
Sir Bani Yas Island, United Arab Emirates
Price
$$$$
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Resort Design LuxeOutside the door
The house
AnantaraSavannah wildlife outpost
Thatched safari lodges sit directly within the wildlife reserve, where peacocks, gazelles, and Arabian oryx roam past shaded verandas.
“30 safari-style villas with shady canopies are hidden among native ghaf trees and date palms.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Daily nature drives, equestrian trail rides, archery, and mangrove kayaking span the island reserve.
Notable
Thatched safari-style lodges incorporate traditional fishing-village textures, earthy palettes, shaded canopies, and barasti screening.
Notable
Private pool villas deliver secluded island service, deep bathtubs, and safari breakfasts surrounded by free-roaming wildlife.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
The hotel’s 30 villas are set across the savannah in the style of a traditional fishing village and come with complete privacy…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Guided open-top safari drives explore the island sanctuary, alongside mangrove kayaking, archery, and horseback trails through the rugged landscape.
The rooms
Each of the thirty thatched villas features a private plunge pool, deep soaking tub, and open terrace facing the savannah grasslands.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The curved outdoor swimming pool looks straight across open grasslands where wild gazelles graze beneath acacia trees.
Restaurant
Savannah Grill & Lounge
Wood-fired Josper grills prepare prime cuts and game meats in a dining room hung with African shields.
At the table
Evenings bring open-air dining around a burning fire pit, set on a gravel terrace overlooking the savannah.
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Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.