Dubai-based Ennismore is at it again. This year, it’s bringing SO/ Ras Al Khaimah, its first all-inclusive resort outside Europe and debut lifestyle property in the emirate. And let’s face it, the spot is stunning. Desert dunes, mangroves, mountains, and the sea all in one place? You might pinch yourself.
Ennismore Opens SO/ Ras Al Khaimah, A Lifestyle Escape You Didn’t Know You Needed
Throw open the window and suddenly, wow. Endless Arabian Sea, rugged desert ridges, and mountains stretching into the distance. All 257 rooms and suites deliver that “wait, is this really happening?” kind of feeling. The colours pull straight from nature: sunset oranges, deep ocean teal, sandy neutrals, and leafy greens. Mix in walnut wood, sandstone joinery, and hints of bronze, and suddenly the space feels warm, lived-in, and welcoming, not some cold, overly polished luxury showroom.
Food That Actually Makes You Forget the Time
Dining here isn’t just eating. It’s a full-on experience. You’ve got:
- The Market – casual bites, all day, every day
- Chiano – Italian Mediterranean that doesn’t try too hard
- Hadaba – Levantine dishes for a fancy night out
- Floating World – Japanese and Pan-Asian Surprises
- Savant – rooftop cocktails with live tunes
Pool bars, Cabini, and Bungalow (adults only), plus a beach club, make sure drinks and small plates are never far away. And if you’re planning an event, the function hall fits 345 guests, with smaller breakout rooms if you’re thinking intimate.
Wellness, Adventure, And Slightly Excessive Luxury
Spa? Check. Sauna? Cold water pool? Yep. Gym? Free classes included. Prefer outdoors? Sunrise dune walks, kayaking, horse riding, seven nearby golf courses, take your pick. Come on, who doesn’t love a little activity after too many cocktails?
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Culture, Nightlife And Everything In Between
SO/ Perches right at the gateway to Al Marjan Island, surrounded by designer boutiques, quirky museums, top-notch dining, and yes, the emirate’s very first casino. Ras Al Khaimah is on the rise, having welcomed 1.28 million overnight visitors in 2024, with eyes on 3.5 million by 2030. Sure, resorts like Rixos Bab Al Bahr have already shown the region’s potential, but SO/ brings a fresh, playful twist to the all-inclusive luxury game.
Why SO/ Ras Al Khaimah Feels Different
At the end of the day, SO/ isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about style, food, adventure, and memories that actually stick. If you want a lifestyle escape that feels effortless, indulgent, and just a touch daring, this is the one to bookmark.
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