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Anantara Desert Islands Spa: Arabian Hammam Ritual

Surrender to the ancient Ottoman hammam ritual at the Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa — one of the most acclaimed luxury spas in the Arabian Gulf, set amid the island's untouched natural landscape. The ultimate shore-day restoration.

What to expect

The Anantara Spa's hammam suite draws on traditional Ottoman and Arabian bathing culture, beginning with aromatic steam to open the pores, followed by a vigorous kessa scrub with black olive soap, and finishing with a nourishing pearl-infused mask and relaxation tea. Therapists are trained in the ceremonial as well as the physical elements of the ritual, making it genuinely immersive. The resort's architecture — low-rise, sand-toned, opening onto the Gulf — makes the arrival itself a pleasure. Pool and beach access may be combined with a spa booking.

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Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa
AED 550–750 per person (approx.) — signature Arabian Hammam ritual (60–90 min)
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Good to know

Pre-book directly via the Anantara spa link above — spa appointments are in high demand on island port days and last-minute availability is rare. Allow transfer time from the cruise pier to the resort (approximately 10–15 minutes by island shuttle). Confirm all-aboard time with your ship and build in comfortable return time. Arrive 20 minutes before your treatment.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Sir Bani Yas Island — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Regent · Seven Seas Voyager
21 nights · calls at Sir Bani Yas Island
from $15,050
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MSC Cruises · MSC World Europa
7 nights · calls at Sir Bani Yas Island
from $921
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