Step in to a world of elegant historical beauty at Failaka Island, the most beautiful and admired island in the whole of Kuwait. This wondrous island combines history with an impressive offering of natural beauty presenting visitors with a magnificent destination to visit.

This remarkable island combines the most traditional past of Kuwait with structures dating all the way back to the Bronze Age Dilmun civilization with more ‘recent’ events such as the 17th century settlement of the Utubs.

Failaka Island was originally inhabited by the Greeks who knew the island as ‘Ikaros’ who ended up spending two hundred years on the island. Many of their structures are still intact here presenting an exciting journey of discovery. The island is littered with an impressive collection of ruins and other artifacts that are well worth a visit especially for lovers of archeology. Some of the items that can be found here include an impressive temple in addition to various items including coins, and seals which present ideal items for archeological lovers.

The island also offers crystal clear blue water in addition to a massive tourist complex that presents visitors with various swimming pools, restaurants, sports playgrounds and more. Some of the popular activities on offer here include fishing, water sports and boating.

Getting to the island is done by ferry from the main island of Kuwait. These run throughout the whole day so visitors will have plenty of opportunity to get across. Once on the island visitors will be ensured of a full days worth of activities to keep them occupied.

This island presents the perfect break from the hustle and bustle of Kuwait city and the perfect quiet getaway. With all this on offer it is no wonder that the island is the most visited tourist destination in the entire country.

Al Jahra Copthorne Hotel and Resort will be able to easily access this destination due to the hotels ideal location. Additionally as one of the luxury hotels in Kuwait, guests will enjoy a range of amenities during their stay.