The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach feels like an isolated haven of luxury, overlooking sun-kissed sands and blue seas. The hotel combines signature Ritz-Carlton style with local Bedouin influences, evident in the white canvas, standalone Beach Villas (rather than high-rise blocks) and occasional patterned textile here or there. A communal infinity pool beckons you in, though so too will your private plunge pool – every single Beach Villa has one – while the semi-outdoor spa is ready and waiting to pamper and spoil. Shore House is the Ritz-Carlton Al Hamra Beach’s only restaurant but does a superb job in whipping up delectable dishes and drinks, with the chance to dine in the privacy of your villa or on the beach, too. What’s more, Al Hamra Beach’s sister hotel – Al Wadi Desert – is a free shuttle ride away, with a whole range of facilities at your disposal, including desert activities like falconry shows and archery. All this, but with the added benefit of staying right on the beach at Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach – lucky you.