Located along the pristine waters of the Arabian Gulf in Ajman, The Oberoi is a sanctuary for discerning individuals just a 60-minute journey from Downtown Dubai.

The boutique resort, designed by an Italian architect Pierro Lissoni in a contemporary style, offers a wide range of accommodation options, from Premier Rooms with private gardens to three bedroom villas, each designed to reflect the beauty and tranquility of the surrounding environment with nurturing living spaces that encourage guests to relax. Floor to ceiling windows invite in stunning views, and every villa boasts a private pool and idyllic location – the ultimate in barefoot luxury.

For a complete island indulgence, The Lux Traveller recommends a stay in one of the sublime two-bedroom beach villas. At 262-square-metres, the sprawling villas have been designed to provide generous light- filled living indoors and out. A welcoming living room opens onto a terrace with day beds, private 12-metre infinity pool and the turquoise ocean. Beach villa guests will enjoy state-of-the-art features, the finest in-room amenities, superb in-villa dining or garden barbecue on request and a dedicated butler service.

Food lovers will enjoy an excellent selection of incredible cuisines. There’s international elegant fare

at Vinesse, a sophisticated glass restaurant that appears to float on the surrounding waters and coastal cuisine at Aquario, a beachside restaurant where shaded pergola in the daytime that turns into an elegant candlelit space in the evening. Aquario is famous for its exquisite seafood and for in-house Fish Sommelier.

For something completely different, grab a board game or a book and relax in The Library, a sophisticated space that feels like home with woolen rugs and handpicked artifacts.

The resort has its own private stretch of white sand beach, watersports and a longest heated swimming pool in Ajman. 85-square meter infinity pool is lined with palm trees and comfortable lounge chairs and offers bespoke pool service.

Children will love the activities at the Kids Club, while adults enjoy the offerings of the resort’s Oberoi Spa where treatment rooms feature open air showers and private hammams. With a menu of contemporary and holistic treatments, it’s just the place to find balance and calm.