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Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Google Logo 4.6 Google reviews (1497)
Best Price From £959pp
Jul 2026
£1069 pp
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Aug 2026
£1019 pp
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Sep 2026
£959 pp
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Oct 2026
£1509 pp
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Nov 2026
£1589 pp
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Dec 2026
£1509 pp
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Jan 2027
£1579 pp
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Feb 2027
£1629 pp
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Up to 20% Off
Overview
Accommodation
Facilities
Dining
Meal Plans
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Overview

Overview

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa in Abu Dhabi is a five-star retreat set amid the serene dunes about 40 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Designed as an elegant desert escape, the resort combines traditional Arabian ...

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa in Abu Dhabi is a five-star retreat set amid the serene dunes about 40 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Designed as an elegant desert escape, the resort combines traditional Arabian style with modern comforts across 99 rooms and villas, many featuring private pools. Guests can unwind at the expansive Saray Spa with hammams, steam rooms, plunge pools and a snow cave, or relax by the infinity pool while enjoying sweeping desert views. Five on-site restaurants offer a mix of Mediterranean, Levantine and international cuisines, complemented by rooftop bars and poolside dining. The property also provides a wellness area, children’s facilities and desert activities such as camel rides, making it ideal for both couples and families seeking privacy, wellness and a taste of authentic Arabia

How far is the nearest beach?

Whilst this resort is not partically a beach getaway the desert sands and bliss swimming pools provide a sublime oasis in the Abu Dhabi Natural habitat.

Distance from the airport

The nearest is Abu Dhabi Airport what is approximately 58km away.
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Accommodation
Superior King
  • Air-conditioning
  • non-smoking
  • Sitting area
  • Study
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Iron
  • Safe
Superior Twin
  • Air-conditioning
  • non-smoking
  • Sitting area
  • Study
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Iron
  • Safe
Deluxe King
  • Air-conditioning
  • non-smoking
  • Sitting area
  • Study
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Iron
  • Safe
Deluxe Pool View
  • Air-conditioning
  • non-smoking
  • Sitting area
  • Study
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Iron
  • Safe
Deluxe Desert View
  • Air-conditioning
  • non-smoking
  • Sitting area
  • Study
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Iron
  • Safe
Deluxe Desert View Twin
  • Air-conditioning
  • non-smoking
  • Sitting area
  • Study
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Iron
  • Safe
One Bedroom Suite Pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • non-smoking
  • Sitting area
  • Study
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Iron
  • Safe
Facilities

Facilities

  • 5 Restaurants On-Site
  • Swimming Pools
  • Meeting Space
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Wi-Fi
  • Room Service
  • Housekeeping Services
Dining

Dining

Bait Al Hanine

  • Serves lunch and dinner, buffet style

Al Mabeet - Seasonal

  • Bedouin-inspired tent set up. Serves iftar

Terra Secca

  • Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, A la carte style

Al Mesayan

  • Serves small plates & bites in the evenings

Panache

  • Serves poolside snacks, all buffet style
Meal Plans

Meal Plans

Half Board

Bait Al Hanine (all-day dining)

  • Inclusions:
  • Breakfast and lunch, or dinner
  • Beverages: water, tea, and coffee
  • Exclusions (available at an additional charge as per the menu upon request):
  • Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
  • Room service and minibar items
  • Special events or themed dining, which may incur additional charges

Full Board

Bait Al Hanine (all-day dining)

  • Inclusions:
  • Breakfast and lunch & dinner
  • Beverages: water, tea, and coffee
  • Exclusions (available at an additional charge as per the menu upon request):
  • Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
  • Room service and minibar items
  • Special events or themed dining, which may incur additional charges

Dine Around Credit

*Available upon request at the time of the booking, and subject to availability

Should guests booked on Half Board/Full board wish to dine at other restaurants, the hotel will extend a credit equal to the Meal Plan Policy supplements at the following restaurants:

Bait Al Hanine (all-day dining)

  • Inclusions:
  • Breakfast and lunch & dinner
  • Beverages: water, tea, and coffee

Panache: Poolside Dining (À la Carte)

  • Inclusions:
  • Breakfast and lunch & dinner
  • Beverages: water, tea, and coffee

Al Mesayan: À la Carte

  • Inclusions:
  • Serves dinner
  • Beverages: water, tea, and coffee

Terra Secca: À la Carte

  • Inclusions:
  • Late lunch & dinner
  • Beverages: water, tea, and coffee

The open buffet is applicable only at the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, Bait Al Hanine.

Half Board/Full Board bookings on Christmas Eve (24 December) and New Year’s Eve (31 December) are valid for lunch only.

Half Board/Full Board must be taken for the full duration of the stay and by all guests booked under the plan.

Half Board/Full Board cannot be booked for individual days only.

Guests will not be refunded for any unconsumed meals. Lunch or dinner cannot be swapped between arrival and departure or accumulated.

Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the all-inclusive programme on arrival at the hotel.

Offer Details

Up to 20% Off

Up to 20% Off
Up to 20% Off when travelling between 14/10/2025 - 31/10/2027.

All discounts, offers and upgrades are already applied to the applicable prices, rooms and boards shown, please ensure you select your required room type or board basis at the time of booking. For example, if there is a board upgrade from 'Half Board' to 'Half Board Dine Around' available for your selected dates, please select 'Half Board Dine Around' as your chosen board basis. **Blackout Dates Apply
Hotel Reviews
Google Logo 4.6 Google reviews (1497)
Suciani Arta
Love everything about this hotel. Beautifully design building, you can just walk around the entire resort and get a different angle of the structure. The swimming pool is large and they have a wave pool as well. There's also archery board for resort activity. I believe there are more if you request it to the concierge. The Saray Spa was heavenly too. Everything was perfect. During breakfast, the staff was super sweet and gave me a complimentary cake with "thank you for staying with us" written on it. It was so cute.
Lisa Matthews
We are currently staying here to catch the Lyrid meteor shower and absolutely love it so far. The room is beautiful, the bed and pillows are soft and the overall atmosphere is calm and serene. The staff have been warm and welcoming throughout. The buggy service is quick and efficient, and we had a lovely dinner at Al Mesayan restaurant this evening. Everything has felt easy and well taken care of. Even being by and in the pool felt effortless with staff willing to go the extra mile. Given the current regional situation, it feels quieter than usual, but as a UAE resident and Bonvoy member, I’m genuinely happy to support special properties like this so the team continues to thrive. It’s places like these and the people behind them that make the experience memorable. A small personal highlight; I was delighted to see Byredo amenities in the room which I personally have always loved. The only downside for me has been the mosquitoes so I would recommend bringing patches or repellent just in case. It just comes with the territory and no doubt the resort does try to do pest-control but mozzies are just a part of life that I rather do without. Highly recommended for anyone in Abu Dhabi or visiting the UAE. Definitely worth experiencing!
Martha Armitage
I’ve just spent two weeks at this beautiful hotel with 15 other ladies and from the moment I arrived until the moment I left, everything was absolutely perfect. The food is incredible, the grounds are gorgeous, and the pool area is such a lovely place to relax. The rooms are super spacious and very comfortable, I slept so well throughout my stay. The staff truly made the experience exceptional. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and always happy to help. A special mention to Samakshya, who was especially lovely and incredibly helpful throughout my stay. She, along with the rest of the team, made me feel really well looked after. The hotel is slightly out of the way, so having a car is definitely useful, but it’s 100% worth the trip. I would absolutely come back and would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a peaceful and beautiful getaway.
Mohammad Alnawaji
I had a great one-night stay. The room was very clean, the atmosphere was amazing, and the bed was very comfortable. We stayed in a very large suite with two bathrooms, a living room, a dining room, and a master bedroom. We also enjoyed the swimming pool and jacuzzi, which were clean and relaxing. Everything was spacious, comfortable, and well maintained. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The reception staff welcomed us warmly and made everything easy. Whatever we asked for was provided quickly. Special thanks to the room service staff for their excellent service. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay, and I will definitely come back again with my family.
Érika Juliana
A great desert hotel with wonderful service!! I’m only giving it 4 stars because we had a small issue with wasps and hornets around the outdoor area of our room (and in other parts of the hotel too), which unfortunately kept us from enjoying the place to the fullest, because the property itself is really great. Like I said, the service here is amazing, definitely one of the hotel’s strongest points. From the moment we arrived, we felt very welcome! The pool staff, the team at Terra Secca restaurant, the reception staff, even the guy who came to spray the outdoor area of our room, everyone was super friendly and helpful. We stayed during the week and the hotel was very empty, which felt a little strange. But for obvious reasons, the political instability in the region and the beginning of summer have kept visitors away. On one hand, it was nice because everything felt peaceful and quiet, but on the other hand, it was odd being almost alone in such a large hotel. We barely saw other guests… Still, the hotel is really good, with excellent facilities, outstanding service and a restaurant serving delicious food. So we truly wish them all the best! Maybe one day we’ll come back, that would be lovely :)
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£959pp
Jul 2026
£1069pp
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Aug 2026
£1019pp
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Sep 2026
£959pp
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Oct 2026
£1509pp
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Nov 2026
£1589pp
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£1509pp
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£1579pp
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£1629pp
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