Ras Al Khaimah is in the midst of a major transformation, with Al Marjan Island at the centre of its rapid development. A growing number of hotels and residential projects have already opened, with more on the way.
One of the latest additions is SO/ Ras Al Khaimah, which opened in mid-November. One of fewer than 15 properties worldwide from the brand, it is currently the only one of its resorts outside of Europe to operate on an all-inclusive basis.
Set against the emirate's coastline, the property offers 257 rooms and suites, all with uninterrupted sea views.
The welcome
The drive through Ras Al Khaimah can be confusing at times, with road closures and ongoing construction often leading to unexpected reroutes. Despite getting lost and ending up at the wrong location twice, I still manage to reach the hotel from Abu Dhabi in just under three hours.
The hotel lobby makes a strong first impression. Photo: SO/ Ras Al Khaimah
The lobby makes a strong first impression. The tall windows offer stunning views of the blue waters while flooding the space with natural light, which lands on warm wood tones, and colourful art adds a playful edge. Plush seating areas invite guests to linger, giving the lobby the feel of a sophisticated living space rather than a traditional hotel arrival area.
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