Anantara Mina Al Arab Resort, SharjahAnantara Mina Al Arab Resort in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates has a corrected score of 4.2 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 3 of 44 hotels we score in Sharjah. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.0, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.3.Opened in 2023, Anantara Mina Al Arab is a five-star resort situated on a private peninsula in Ras Al Khaimah. The property sits alongside the Arabian Gulf and is surrounded by mangrove forests. It offers 174 accommodations, ranging from standard rooms and suites to overwater villas. Facilities include a private beach, an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, and three restaurants. The resort caters to families with a dedicated kids' club and various activities. It suits travellers looking for a coastal setting near mountain and desert landscapes. While the accommodation is modern, some guests have found the pool area to be underwhelming.What stands out

Private beach and lagoon access

Overwater villa options

Family friendly facilities

Mangrove surroundings

Watch out for

Small pool area

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