The Ritz Carlton Residences, Al Wadi Desert
The Ritz Carlton Residences sits inside Al Wadi Desert, a nature reserve in Ras Al Khaimah. RAK Hospitality Holding is the developer. This is not a conventional off-plan residential launch. The project pairs Ritz Carlton branding with desert reserve terrain, positioning villas within a protected natural setting away from the urban residential mainstream.
10% gets you in. At the prices here, that entry rate shapes the initial cash commitment before construction draws the rest.
A Desert Reserve, One Hour North of Dubai
Al Wadi Desert sits in the interior of Ras Al Khaimah, north of the urban centre. The drive to Dubai takes roughly an hour. For a primary residence with a daily Dubai commute, that distance is a real factor in daily life. For a second home, a family retreat, or an investment targeting the high-end visitor market in Ras Al Khaimah, the location reads differently. The address is about distance from urban density and access to a preserved natural environment.
Ras Al Khaimah is reachable from Dubai International Airport in under two hours, and the northern Emirates are closer. The Al Wadi reserve means residents live within a protected natural zone rather than next to development corridors. That insularity is central to what this address offers.
Three Bedroom Sizes, AED 15.7M to AED 23.2M
All units are villas, in three configurations:
| Configuration | Area | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom villa | 5,670 sq ft | AED 15,700,000 |
| 4-bedroom villa | 7,026 sq ft | AED 19,200,000 |
| 5-bedroom villa | 8,342 sq ft | AED 23,200,000 |
The AED 7.5M spread from bottom to top is driven entirely by size. Each step adds roughly 1,300 to 1,400 sq ft. The price-per-square-foot holds consistent: approximately AED 2,770 for the 3BR, AED 2,732 for the 4BR, and AED 2,781 for the 5BR. Buyers are choosing footprint. The Ritz Carlton name and the Al Wadi Desert setting are constant across the range.
A 3BR at AED 15.7M is the entry point for a buyer who wants the branded environment at the project's lower threshold. A 5BR at AED 23.2M targets someone who needs 8,300 sq ft and commits accordingly.
What the Amenities Say About the Target Resident
| Category | Amenity |
|---|---|
| Wellness | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoors | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Dining | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
On-site restaurants in a residential project are uncommon. Their presence here signals that residents are expected to live within the development's orbit, with meals, fitness, and leisure available on the grounds. A children's play area alongside the gym and pool points at family occupiers rather than single investors or rental units. Landscaped gardens within a desert reserve require active irrigation and upkeep, which signals the service intensity built into this project from day one.
Completion in March 2027
Construction broke ground in January 2025. Expected handover is March 2027, approximately 20 months from now. An off-plan buyer entering today joins mid-construction, with an active build already underway. This is not an early-stage launch.
Getting In for 10%
| Stage | Payment |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 10% |
| During construction | 50% |
| On handover | 40% |
10% down on a 3BR at AED 15.7M means an initial commitment of approximately AED 1,570,000. On a 5BR at AED 23.2M, the same rate puts entry at AED 2,320,000. The 50% during construction spreads across the build period running to March 2027. The 40% at handover is the largest single tranche, paid in full at key handover.