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Anantara World Islands Resort, Dubai

South America The World Islands, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (show on map)

Expert reviews

CN Traveler review:

“This is the first resort in the World Islands—but what does that mean, exactly? The development has been starting and stopping for years and is more of a curiosity than a destination…so far. With the hotel’s easy accessibility to Dubai and its sweeping view over the skyline, there’s nothing else like it: It feels like a tropical escape, but the skyline is close enough to touch. It’s the ultimate staycation.”

Featured in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2022 Hotlist.

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of Anantara World Islands Resort, Dubai. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.1 out of 5.0

Ranked 15th in Dubai

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What guests liked

All you need to know

It is the first resort on Dubai’s famous World Islands. The entire world awaits to witness these historic Islands’ brilliance. A stunning view of Dubai’s skyline and an ideal location in the heart of the Middle East makes it a unique spot for your next vacation. Equipped with modern architecture and stunning rooms, Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort brings you an experience unlike any other!

The resort has 70 exquisite rooms with tropical Thai/Indonesian influence to bring you a taste of Southeast Asian culture and heritage. There is a range of villas to choose from, including garden and beach pool villas.

The resort offers a plethora of luxury amenities, including multiple swimming pools, a spa, a fitness center, and various dining options. Many activities are available, including water sports, sightseeing tours, and cultural experiences. You can benefit from multiple accommodations, including villas with private pools and beachfront bungalows. The resort has a reputation for excellent service, with attentive and helpful staff.

Book Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort to endure a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend quality time with your loved ones. Thanks to its top-notch facilities and service standards, you get an unmatchable experience. Overall, the Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort is the perfect choice for travelers looking for a luxurious and unique vacation experience in Dubai.

 

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Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Hayk

27 March 2025

Exceptional

Mrs. Monika she was very professional in front desk. I was very happy how she handle all kind of question and she’s very professional.

4.0
Ngambi

26 March 2025

Relaxing and rejuvenating atmosphere.

I liked the quietness and tranquillity of the place

The food menu can be expanded, i felt like it wasn't varied enough

4.0
Frederic

24 March 2025

Beautiful views and nice atmosphere however poor standard of the hotel

Stunning views of Dubai Good service Quiet place

Quality of the room and in general of the hotel way below Anantara standard (outdated and noisy aircon, cheap furnitures, poor finishing) Stupid check in system to push you to take a higher end room at an expensive rate Overpriced for the standard of the hotel

4.5
Sónia

23 March 2025

Family escape

The peacefulness, the staff, the room and the animals around the island, especially the peacocks

The sofa bed for the kids, not comfortable and noisy

5.0
Adrienne

15 March 2025

Absolutely Lovely Getaway!

We had such a lovely stay at the Anantara World Islands Resort. The suite was decorated for our anniversary with complimentary little touches. It was spacious and had its on private pool and access straight to the beach just beyond. The Greek restaurant served lovely food and the walking track around the hotel was great for a little exercise. The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating and our host, Monica went above and beyond to ensure we had the best stay. Thank you!

Nothing.

4.0
Luca

10 March 2025

Relaxing experience in a peaceful island at 15 min from Dubai

It is a peaceful location 15 minutes from Dubai. The nature and quality of the island are great, considering it is artificial. The staff is smily, professional and welcoming. The room are very spacious.

The energy generator is located near the resort facility and produces a constant and quite loud noise that deeply compromises the experience.

5.0
Ali

13 February 2025

Nice

Nice

Nothing

5.0
Tha_rami

11 February 2025

Exceptional

Beautiful location, beautiful room. Staff is extremely communicative and handled stay from start to finish. Floating breakfast was silly but absolutely worth it.

We were hurried to boat schedules that we couldn't possibly make, only for staff to go above and beyond and get us a boat. That could've been less stressful.

5.0
Majid

2 February 2025

Exceptional

Everything was as expected

Some TV channels are not working

5.0
Mohamad

27 January 2025

My stay was very good.

Everything was great. Special thanks to Hydaia who's part of the customer service and Gerra who's working at Qamar restaurant.

Nothing.

4.5
Krishan

27 January 2025

It was fantastic stay.

everything was good

N/A

5.0
Musab

18 January 2025

Exceptional

Had a lovely time in Anantara world resort. Staff were super friendly and helpful. They were there for any of your needs. Perfect for a quiet relaxation break.

5.0
Tahan

27 December 2024

Wonderful experience

Clear, luxurious, and very cooperative staff. Especially Amer, Arve and water sports supervisor (Emad).

Nothing

5.0
Aljasmi

26 December 2024

Delightful

Everything

Nothing

5.0
Matar

16 December 2024

Receptionist and reservations Mr. Aziz Summit in high-class dealings and ethics

Receptionist and reservations Mr. Aziz Summit in high-class dealings and ethics

5.0
Anastasiia

3 December 2024

Exquisite Getaway

It was a relaxing getaway, far from the hustle of town. A special thank you to Sonia, the Resort Manager, who arranged a truly memorable stay for me. Her attention to detail and dedication to guest satisfaction made all the difference. I also want to express my gratitude to Galina, the Spa Director and her team, for an exceptional wellness experience. Additionally, a big shoutout to the Tunisian team member in Restaurant Qamar for providing perfect service.

4.5
Ye

3 December 2024

It’s a very good destination for vacation.

The facilities are very good and service is great.

The pathway in the island need be improved.

4.0
Shehzad

2 December 2024

Very good

The location is great for a short break from city hustle bustle. Our villa host Aziz was exceptional and everything was just a call or msg away.

The construction quality was not at the level I was expecting specially price pool area. Quality of tiles used around pool area was very low and also the workmanship.

5.0
Tarajia

20 November 2024

A fantastic, relaxing getaway.

The villa that we stayed in was amazing but even more so the friendliness of the staff was beyond expectations. I was assigned a personal host, Aziza, who helped book restaurant reservations, spa appointments and any buggy transportation to get us around the island - she really made the stay special. Swe, who was working at the front desk, created some lovely sand art on the steps of our villa wishing my wife a happy birthday. Joseph was our buggy driver and helped us get around. All in all, every member of staff we encountered was great!

The restaurants could be a bit better

4.0
Sara

5 November 2024

great experience

The check-in process was easy. The room was clean, huge, and looked new. The location was good. The staff were welcoming and nice. The food quality exceeded expectations. The welcoming cake was fresh and tasty. Upon return, the luggage and cars were ready with the AC cooling, which was appreciated. Overall experience was positive, and the reviewer would return.

The spa was disappointing, not up to high standards, and felt overpriced. Bathrooms and locker areas were not clean. Delays during the boat ride back due to a large family, causing a late arrival without any apologies. Suggestion for large families (over 10 people) to have a separate boat to avoid delays for others. Unprofessional conduct from staff fighting in front of guests on the boat, which disrupted a peaceful departure from the island.

5.0
Rejin

27 October 2024

Exceptional

Rooms are big and clean. Staff is friendly and kind. The breakfast was excellent and has good variety.

5.0
Ahmed

27 October 2024

Exceptional

The staff specially Hedaya was amazing

5.0
Ahmed

27 October 2024

The boat trip and the stay was amazing

Calm, comfortable, and staff are very hosting

4.5
Frederic

25 October 2024

Excellent

I liked the environment and the staff

Too many ducks

5.0
Fitim

20 October 2024

Exceptional

Exellent team and staff and special Monika she was very helpful and profesional

5.0
Kam

8 October 2024

Stunning location beautiful rooms but expensive soft drinks

The room was huge and beautiful watersports were brilliant but slightly overpriced

The prices of the drinks

5.0
Izban

2 October 2024

10/10

I liked the location, which out of the city and so quite

Inside of apartment the floor get wet and if u are not have a look , probably fall down. I believe it’s because of weather

5.0
Majid23

25 September 2024

Exceptional

Nice and quiet place. Good service

5.0
Alina

24 September 2024

Excellent experience!

The breakfast was delicious and had a range of variety. Everything was great!

Cannot think of anything

5.0
Naima

14 September 2024

A cool place for stress relief:)

The resort is fantastic—immaculately clean, with friendly and professional staff. Karim and Hamada are especially pleasant and highly skilled. The food was good, and both the beach and pool were pristine. It’s the best resort in Dubai and well worth the price.

5.0
Saad

24 August 2024

perfectionism

Super Excellent

Nothing

5.0
Maryam

18 August 2024

Amazing

I like that the pool was private as photo

The boat was too hot

5.0
Sachin

18 August 2024

Exceptional

The location, view, facilities all were excellent

4.0
Daniel

12 August 2024

Beautiful island and massive rooms!

It was our anniversary and we were greeted with an ice cold bottle of bubbles in our room. Lovely staff and fantastic beach area and service.

Food in the restaurants was tasty but overpriced. Having to pay for a boat transfer could and should have been included in the price - 200AED additional

5.0
Saud

11 August 2024

Love it

In general everything was excellent

The AC system is really not helping the villa to get cold, I couldn’t sleep since it was really hot inside the villa

4.5
Mohammed

7 August 2024

Over all it’s perfect but a little bit pricey

Location is amazing

Privet pool isn’t completely private for beach villas

5.0
Khalifa

29 July 2024

Exceptional

Staff are very hosplitly and helpful 👍 Very clean villa and amazing pravit swimming pool

Nothing

5.0
Tsikirai

29 July 2024

Absolutely lovely.

Loved it all, the food, the service, our room 😍😍😍

Nothing! I could be richer is what, so that I spend more time there❣️

5.0
Adnan

27 July 2024

Amazing place and I’m high recommend people to visit it

Everything was awesome high recommend to be visit next time

Nothing was dis-liked , everything was super amazing

5.0
Almarashda

11 July 2024

Thank youonica for assessing us

Very nice place

Nothing

5.0
Mohamed

21 June 2024

Exceptional

Quiet and beautiful place, Feel the beauty of stunning nature and great staff and they serve with all their abilities

Restaurant prices are exaggerated

5.0
Maryam

20 June 2024

Best family staycation ever

Facilities

The speed of the transfer boat

4.0
Debjit

18 June 2024

Island resort minutes from Dubai

Well managed , clean and offering a resort island experience minutes from Dubai

There are only 2 restaurants and an empty bar .went during Eid where the prices were high and temperatures were over 40 making it difficult to enjoy the available activities..no bathtub in the junior suite .

4.5
Shadi

16 June 2024

Amazing escape from the busy life in Dubai!

The care you receive by the staff is amazing! Special thanks to Aziza and the rest of the staff we really had a joyful experience

Confirmation on having late check out would be great so that we know we can enjoy the sea and the pool instead of waiting in the room for the car to take us back to the lobby for checkout, while we were informed it’s not possible to have late check out we anyway got an hour and half waiting for the car, we could enjoy more instead ☺️

5.0
Maryum

2 June 2024

Staff was amazing and very friendly restaurants were yummy! Location felt like a dreammmmm

Everything was amazing

We loved everything

5.0
Ifthihan

1 June 2024

Excellent beach resort

Excellent location , I didn’t feel that I’m living in part of dubai , I feel like Maldives

Nothing to complain

5.0
Hamad

25 May 2024

Amazing

Everything

Nothing

5.0
Gayathri

24 May 2024

wonderful

everything is awesome

nothing

5.0
Anis

21 May 2024

genuine and very authentic

the provided privacy in the resort is exceptional, the idea of the separate islands is genuine and makes the experience so unique. the staff was super cool and welcoming, mentioning swe, nirmal, monica, the helios restaurant team. but most importantly the effort done by mr Chawki and all of the Qamar restaurant staff, which made our experience priceless and felt like a dream!

4.5
Fadi

11 May 2024

Fabulous

Location and view The short boat trip to reach it Staff and cleanliness

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Kid meals

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Barber/beauty shop
  • - Family rooms
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Air conditioning

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Currency exchange
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service

Activities

  • - Tennis court (additional charge)
  • - Sauna
  • - Fitness centre
  • - Fishing (additional charge)
  • - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
  • - Massage (additional charge)
  • - Children's playground
  • - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • - Snorkelling (additional charge)
  • - Mini golf (additional charge)
  • - Private beach area
  • - Water sport facilities on site (additional charge)
  • - Kids' club
  • - Beachfront
  • - Tennis equipment
  • - Beauty Services
  • - Facial treatments
  • - Waxing services
  • - Make up services
  • - Hair treatments
  • - Manicure
  • - Pedicure
  • - Hair cut
  • - Body treatments
  • - Body scrub
  • - Body wrap
  • - Spa facilities
  • - Steam room
  • - Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • - Spa/wellness packages
  • - Fitness
  • - Yoga classes
  • - Fitness classes
  • - Personal trainer
  • - Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • - Beach
  • - Movie nights (additional charge)
  • - Happy hour (additional charge)
  • - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
  • - Cooking class (additional charge)

Outdoors

  • - Garden
  • - Terrace
  • - Outdoor pool
  • - Outdoor pool (all year)

Entertainment and family services

  • - Babysitting/child services
  • - Indoor play area
  • - Kids' outdoor play equipment

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry
  • - Dry cleaning
  • - Ironing service
  • - Trouser press
  • - Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible

Pool and wellness

  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Sun umbrellas
  • - Kids' pool
  • - Swimming pool
  • - Swimming Pool

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key card access
  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Face masks for guests available
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