DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island

Overview

Sitting proudly on a gorgeous private white-sand beach on Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, DoubleTree by Hilton delivers that full five-star UAE luxury experience at surprisingly decent prices. Seven temperature-controlled pools (including an indoor one) give you options beyond the Arabian Sea, and there's a floating sea pool with panoramic views that will fill up your phone storage even faster than the attentive staff will fill your coffee cup over breakfast.

When it comes to things to do, the Pirate Boat Aqua Zone keeps kids entertained with water slides, sprinklers, and buckets, whilst Chuckles Kids Club has everything from climbing walls and ball pits to supervised activities – plus there's an arcade for older ones. Adults who still want to play get the Tarzan boat (largest in the Middle East, apparently) with 14-foot high diving boards, water slides, and a rope swing for when you're feeling adventurous.

Thirteen bars and restaurants serve everything from all-day buffet dining at Al Marjan to Asian fusion at Sanchaya with a live DJ. The spa is the perfect place to unwind (and get rubbed down - why not?) after you've smashed the Technogym, or the padel tennis courts. DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island proves Ras Al Khaimah does family beach holidays brilliantly, twenty-five minutes from RAK Airport so you're poolside before you know it.

Hotel Highlights

• 13 bars and restaurants (yep, you’ll need a holiday from choosing where to eat)

• Private sandy beach that rolls right out from the hotel

• Eight pools – not seven – including an aqua zone, floating sea pool, and a water trampoline

• Swanky spa with massages, facials, hot stones and a sauna (closed daily 13:00–14:00 for cleaning)

• Chuckles Kids’ Club and a pirate-ship splash zone? 10/10 for family vibes

• On-site gym with 9th floor sea views (flexing with style)

• Just over an hour from Dubai Airport – easy peasy jollies

Location

• Right on a private sandy beach (literally, toes-in-the-sand)

• 1 hr 10 mins from Dubai Airport by car

• 30 mins from Ras Al Khaimah Airport by car

• 8 mins from Al Hamra Mall (shopping + snacks = sorted)

• 1 hr 10 mins from Jebel Jais mountain for those summit selfies

Rooms

From Twin Guest Rooms to Bay Club Suites and family-sized beach villas, all rooms are seriously stylish and come packed with lush touches. Deluxe, Bay Club, Junior, and One Bedroom Suites all offer upgraded views and direct access options.

• Balcony or direct access to beach, pool or gardens

• Large HDTV

• Air con with individual controls

• Free high-speed Wi-Fi

• Hairdryer, robes and slippers

• Bathroom amenities

• Minibar (extra charge)

• Coffee maker and tea facilities

• Safety deposit box

• Telephone and black-out curtains

• Night light and iron

• Suites also feature living areas, kitchenettes or even a private pool (in the 3-bed villa)

Just FYI – kids share existing beds, and extra beds are available on request (charges apply). Minibar and room service are also extra, no matter your board basis.

Food & Drink

Ready to eat your way around the world? With 13 venues including restaurants, bars, lounges and cafés, you won’t be going hungry:

• Al Marjan & Bay Club – All-day buffet with live cooking stations and themed nights

• Brasserie – Elegant French dishes and vino pairings to make you feel très fancy

• Meze – Turkish sharing plates, grilled meats and swoon-worthy sunset terrace

• Sanchaya – Sushi, wok dishes, and fiery Asian flavours with Gulf views

• Vespa – Italian staples like antipasti and tiramisu (don’t skip the daily specials board!)

• The Anchor – British sports bar with pub classics and pool tables

• ShoFee Rooftop Lounge – Arabian bites, cocktails and shisha under the stars

• Islanders Coffee House – Caffeine and pastries, beach-side or indoors

• Lobby Lounge – 24/7 drinks and snacks (no judgement if you’re raiding it at 3am)

• Boardwalk Pool Bar & Beach Bar – For poolside and seaside sipping

All Inclusive Perks

• Buffet meals at Al Marjan only (breakfast 07:00–11:00, lunch 12:30–15:00, dinner 18:00–22:00)

• Drinks (including alcohol) from 12:00–00:00

• Snacks: 16:00–17:00 | Ice lollies: 15:00–17:00

• All other venues are chargeable, but you get 25% off at speciality restaurants

Sports & Entertainment

You’ll run out of energy before you run out of things to do.

• 8 Outdoor Pools – including kids' splash zones, floating sea pool, and indoor spa pool

• Tarzan Boat – water trampoline, slides, rope swing – chaos in the best way

• Pirate Ship Aqua Zone – tipping buckets, fountains, slides – the dream

• Inflatable climbing wall + bouncy castle – yep, it’s a party

• Chuckles Kids’ Club – dance-offs, arcade games, crafts and chaos for kiddos

• Beach sports – volleyball, kayaking, parasailing, snorkelling and jet skiing

• Fitness Centre – gym workouts with beach views or the jungle gym by the sand

• Jouri Spa (18+) – facials, massages, body wraps, sauna and serenity

• Evening Vibes – DJ sets at the beach bar, acoustic tunes, and chilled-out shows

• Meeting & Event Facilities – ballroom and boardrooms with swish tech if you’re mixing business with beach

There is also construction activity happening near to Nikki Beach, a new property is being built and a new casino is under construction. This will have minimal impact on the guests' stay.