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Reviews of Anantara Al Sahel Villa Resort

5 out of 5
Anantara Al Sahel Villa Resort
Sir Bani Yas Island, Sir Bani Yas Island

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neeraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great holiday. Loved it. Highly recommended.
Amazing trip. Great service and excellent overall ambience. Great effort by the team in providing an overall very close to nature experience. The Staff was equally amazing and I think the experience was greatly enhanced due to the smiling / service driving work attitude of these people. Amazing part of the stay was we could have our meals in any of the three property and still pay them centrally during checkout. Avin was a great safari guide. We really enjoy the safari trip with him. Amar is a great F&B manager who ensured the guests get what they needed in F&B and otherwise on overall level. Prashant in the Reception is another great asset to Al Sahel. It was great holiday and thank you Team Anantara.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Leo Nguyen | Front Office Manager on 9 Feb 2024
Dear Neeraj,It was a pleasure to have had you here and I am pleased that you have enjoyed your stay with us. We always want to ensure that all the guests who coming to visit us leave with fund memories of the island. Thank you for letting us be part of your journey and we look forward to welcome you back in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

inhwan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything were perfect and easy. Thank you very much for all resort staff which made our stay very special

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Response from Rachid Bakas on 17 May 2021
Thank you very much Elena . Regards Rachid

10/10 Excellent

Rhuddhesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Service and Amazing Atmosphere
The hotel island is a long drive from Dubai, but the moment you step on the island - it's all worth it. We had a villa in the middle of the forest where we were greeted by Peacocks, Gazelles, and Deers throughout the stay. peacocks were dancing and drinking water from the pond outside our villa. The whole 2 night stay helped us almost forgot the city life and enjoy the blissful tranquility in the midst of nature. All 3 hotels on the island are easily accessible to all guests. We did visit Italian restaurant in Al Yam beach villas (which was delightful BTW) We tried the African restaurant and the staff there was amazing - especially Tina and the chef on breakfast egg station (my apologies for forgetting his name) Their are a lot of activities to keep busy and we thoroughly enjoyed the Safari walk in the midst of wild animals. The most amazing experience was standing in the middle with a horde of about 20+ giraffes running past by us as q hands distance! Definitely deserves a repeat visit!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from Rachid Bakas on 13 May 2021
Thank you for taking the time to complete the review following your recent stay with us. We were delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you were particularly pleased by the hospitality and genuine service from our team. Your encouraging compliments are certainly appreciated and have been passed on to our team who were thrilled to learn about you great experience and appreciative comments. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. The team and I are very much looking forward to welcoming your return to Anantara Sir Bani Yas Resorts in the near future for another memorable experience. Sincerely, Rachid

10/10 Excellent

Omran

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
New experience
It was great we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from Rachid Bakas on 25 Mar 2021
Dear Omran , Thank you very much for your lovely review and we are looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards Rachid

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing paradise in the UAE
Fantastic. A must and great getaway for UAE residents. Special mention to Destiny and Ems, they went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Rachid on 14 June 2019
Thank you very much for taking your time to share your feedback and concerns which of course will help us to improve our services. We are looking forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Best Regards Rachid Bakas Director Of Rooms

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I stayed one night at the Al Sahel Villa. It was amazing! Animals right outside our back door. It was everything I expected and more from looking at pictures and reviews! We took a safari tour with Owen who gave us a wonderful experience seeing the wildlife on the island. The food and service was excellent, as was all the staff! My only disappointment was that we were only able to stay one night! This is a definite must see if you are in the UAE!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Rachid on 16 May 2019
Dear Valued Guest , Thank you so much for such a beautiful review and we are happy to know that you had a great time. Best Regards

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for a get away in the UAE
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Response from Rachid on 28 Sept 2018
Dear Jenny, Thank you very much for the great review. Regards Rachid Bakas Rooms Division Manager

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing slice of Africa in the Desert!
Amazingly re-created the feel of Africa, love the rooms with the thatched roofs, the small splash pool, which you can even request a change in temperature. The staff were amazing, all of them!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Bakas Rachid on 27 June 2018
Dear Karen, Warm Greetings from Anantara Sir Bani Yas Resorts, We would like to thank you for rewarding us with such a good review and for choosing us during your recent getaway. We are all looking forward to welcoming you back soon and I will be very happy to assist you with any further arrangements. Warm Regards Rachid Bakas Rooms Division Manager

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing better
Absolutely amazing trip. The hospitality was top notch and the villa was perfect in every way. I really thought we were a part of nature with all the sights and sounds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from Bakas Rachid on 26 May 2018
Dear Mr.Rick , Thank you very much for the beautiful review and rating . We are all looking forward to welcoming you back . Regards Rachid

10/10 Excellent

Kamel, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Unique "Wildlife" Experience
Great location, in the middle of the savanna, where you are greeted by peacocks, deers, antilopes, rabbits, and other friendly wild animals.. The villas are extremely well designed and furnished. The resort has a boutique-ish feel to it, with wonderful staff going the extra mile for your comfort. For someone living in the UAE, this is a no-brainer get-away destination. Will definitely come back again for a total disconnection experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from Rachid on 30 Apr 2018
Dear Mr.Kamel, Warm Greetings from Anantara Sir Bani Yas Resorts, We would like to thank you for rewarding us with such a great review and for choosing us during your recent getaway. Whole team is very happy to know that you had a perfect stay and an amazing experience. We are all looking forward to welcoming you back soon and I will be very happy to assist you with any further arrangements. Warm Regards Rachid Bakas Rooms Division Manager

10/10 Excellent

Roshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Holidays
It was amazing, the staff and property both are very nice
Response from Rachid on 30 Apr 2018
Dear Mr.Roshan, Warm Greetings from Anantara Sir Bani Yas Resorts, We would like to thank you for rewarding us with such a great review and for choosing us during your recent getaway. Whole team is very happy to know that you had a perfect stay and an amazing experience. We are all looking forward to welcoming you back soon and I will be very happy to assist you with any further arrangements. Warm Regards Rachid Bakas Rooms Division Manager

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely weekend stay
Great stay if you love animals and nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Csimoes on 20 Mar 2018
Dear Valued Guest Warm Greetings from Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts. Thank you very much for your good review. We are very happy to know you had a great stay and loved the animals. We are all looking forward to welcome you again in our sunny island. Warm Regards, Catarina Simoes Al Yamm Villas Manager

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from CSimoes on 20 Mar 2018
Dear Valued Guest Greetings from Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts Thank you for your great review and we hope to welcome you back soon in our lovely island. Warm Regards, Catarina Simoes Al Yamm Villas Manager

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful weekend getaway destination
Everything was great, the rooms, the service, the atmosphere. Highly recommend staying in the villas rather than the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Response from Rachid on 9 Feb 2018
Dear Maya, Thank you so much for the lovely review. Best Regards Al Sahel team

10/10 Excellent

Abdul Rahman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anantara al sahil
Amazing Nature
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place in UAE
Wonderful family experience

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed, Saudi Arabia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just amazing
Everything was great

6/10 Okay

CATHERINE, Dubai

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Sir Bani Yas - weekend get away
too many annoying things happened for the weekend to be called a success for a 5 star rated hotel. staff are far to obsequious, and won't take no for an answer, hotel had applied the full room rate to my credit card before I had even arrived -- I had selected hotels.com as the basis of the reservation was PAY at HOTEL -- and I was paying with CASH....your woman at check in was pushy in describing extras and insisting on our making a dinner reservation; On the other hand the young gentlemen, Daniel, who checked us out had exactly the correct demeanor and attitude.

10/10 Excellent

MohamedRoshan, Sharjah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exotic resort but way too expensive
Great experience even though it was way too expensive than my budget. Food spa and safari was great but all cost me almost the double amount of my room rates. Being in an island we are left with no choice..
Response from sonja on 3 Jan 2015
Dear Mohamed Thank you for posting your response on Expedia's review page. We are delighted that you had such a memorable stay with us, and certainly look forward to welcoming you back in the future. With all good wishes Christoph

10/10 Excellent

Amir, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Holidays
Nice resort out of dubai busy life just 4 hours drive. The theme of the hotel is very is nice African. Good holidays sopy for couples and familes.
Response from Sonja on 1 Oct 2014
Dear Amir Thank you very much for taking the time to share this with review, we are very pleased to learn you had such a wonderful time. We note your comments about wanting to experience additional restaurants and it seems you are not aware that as an Anantara guest you are welcome to experience all of the other restaurants, 6 in total amongst our 3 resorts on Sir Bani Yas island. We hope that you will return and try some of them on your next trip. Thank you and Best regards Mark Eletr Cluster General Manager Anantara Sir Bani Yas

10/10 Excellent

Shamsa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from Rachid Bakas on 13 May 2021
Thank you for taking the time to complete the review following your recent stay with us. We were delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you were particularly pleased by the hospitality and genuine service from our team. Your encouraging compliments are certainly appreciated and have been passed on to our team who were thrilled to learn about you great experience and appreciative comments. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. The team and I are very much looking forward to welcoming your return to Anantara Sir Bani Yas Resorts in the near future for another memorable experience. Sincerely, Rachid

10/10 Excellent

THAMER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Yaser, السعودية

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
تجربه جميله جداً
تجربه جميله جداً ، انصح بالسفر في فصل الشتاء خاصه ، يعيبه ان (الضواطير -البراعصه - الوزغ ) تكثر فالغرفه (اتمنى ايجاد حل) ، قبل الوصول انصح بالاتصال بهم وارسال شخص للكشف عنها وتفتيش الغرفه كامله ، الحد الاقصى 3 إلى 4 ليالي للاستجمام. ينفع للمتزوجين فقط ، شكراً لكل موظف تعاملة معه ، تعاملهم رائع جداً وخدماتهم مميزه

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

saleh, Saudi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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