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The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates · Ritz-Carlton · Grand Luxury
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach has 32 private pool villas on the Gulf shore at Al Hamra Village, each drawn from Bedouin tents, with interiors by Kristina Zanic Consultants, and the Hajar Mountains rise to the east. It began as Banyan Tree Ras Al Khaimah Beach and reopened under Ritz-Carlton in 2021. Peter Harradine's Al Hamra Golf Club adjoins it, and the airport is about 22 kilometres away.
- 32 rooms
- Opened 2021
- Neighborhood: Al Hamra
- Architect: Peter Harradine
- Interiors: Kristina Zanic Consultants
About The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach
- The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach has 32 private pool villas on the Arabian Gulf shore, and it reopened in 2021 after being Banyan Tree Ras Al Khaimah Beach.
- Each villa draws on Bedouin tented architecture, with interiors by Kristina Zanic Consultants.
- The Al Hamra Golf Club, designed by Peter Harradine, adjoins the precinct, and the Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village is nearby.
- Sea views are framed to the east by the Hajar Mountains, and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is about 22 kilometres away.
History
Formerly Banyan Tree Ras Al Khaimah Beach, rebranded and refurbished as Ritz-Carlton, opened in 2021. Nestled on a private stretch of white sandy beach along the Arabian Gulf in Al Hamra Village, the resort features 32 tented villas inspired by Bedouin architecture blending naturally with the coastal landscape.
The setting
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach occupies a private coastal setting in Al Hamra, with 32 pool villas beside the Arabian Gulf. The surrounding area combines resort frontage, a marina and Al Hamra Golf Club. Al Jazeera Al Hamra’s historic pearling village offers a separate heritage outing nearby.
Restaurants and bars
- Shore House — Restaurant · Seafood
- Beach Deck — Poolside · Seafood
Experiences
- Ritz Kids — Daily children's programme with shelter-making, nature-inspired crafts, treasure hunts along the shore, games, arts sessions, and kids' fitness or Zumba.
- Destination Dining — Bespoke dining with personalized menus at beachfront settings or secluded private locations, served 6:00 PM-10:30 PM.
- In Villa Experiences — Curated meals served in the guest's own villa, tailored to their preferences.
- Flavors of the Arabian Gulf — Relaxed coastal dining with chilled seafood platters and sunset al fresco settings by the poolside or beach deck.
- The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Al Hamra Beach — Private spa pavilions offering holistic coastal-inspired treatments made with native flowers, spices and natural ingredients.
- Beach yoga and sound-healing sessions — Beachfront yoga, sound-healing sessions and tranquil wellness rituals by the sea.
Amenities
- private beach
- spa
- infinity pools
- fitness center
- Ritz Kids
- snorkeling
- kayaking
- beach club experiences
- Kids club
- EV charging
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
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