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Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Google Logo 4.6 Google reviews (1332)
Best Price From £1069pp
Dec 2025
£1639 pp
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Jan 2026
£1459 pp
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Feb 2026
£1679 pp
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Mar 2026
£1589 pp
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Apr 2026
£1609 pp
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May 2026
£1099 pp
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Jun 2026
£1069 pp
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Jul 2026
£1249 pp
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Aug 2026
£1309 pp
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Sep 2026
£1209 pp
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Oct 2026
£1749 pp
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Nov 2026
£1809 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 - 31/10/2026.

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 (1332)
Youssef EH
I wasn’t sure about staying in a hotel in the middle of the desert… until I got there. From the moment we arrived, I was captivated by the beauty of the place and the wonderful atmosphere. I would like to thank every single member of the staff for their kindness and professionalism. A very special thank you to Abdelhakim Fenzar for his warm welcome — he took the time to explain everything about our stay with patience and care. He is a truly wonderful person, and I sincerely appreciate him. I also want to thank the front desk team, the restaurant staff, and everyone involved in the activities (horse riding was sensational). They all contributed to making our experience unforgettable. The quality of the food, the cleanliness of the pool, and the attention to detail are truly outstanding. I highly recommend this place if you want to enjoy a genuine 5-star experience in the heart of a stunning desert. You won’t regret it. P.S.: They even helped us refuel our car, which was greatly appreciated. Thank you to the cart drivers!
smliquorish
Absolutely loved our stay. Benny and Suresh made sure we had the perfect, comfy day by the pool. Dinner at the Italian restaurant was incredible — Faris and Eva were wonderful, and feeding the horses apples afterwards was such a sweet touch. Don’t miss the falcon show with Irfan — amazing photos and videos — and the sunset horse ride with Ahmed and Magdy, which was just beautiful. Such a special place — can’t wait to go back. 🌅🐎🦅
Glen Stollery
I'll be honest. Coming into this stay we had no expectations. Not for any reason other than we didn't know anyone else who had stayed and knew very little about the resort other than it was in the desert! First of all I have to make a special shout out the the staff. From the check in experience to every meal the service was IMPECCABLE. I've stayed in five star hotels all over the world and I could not fault the service it was absolutely amazing. Special mention to Yodger in the Italian restaurant who was a star to Badri who was one of the managers who seemed to anticipate our every need even before we knew we needed it. We were lucky enough to be upgraded to a desert view which I HIGHLY recommend, looking at the resort view rooms there is a big difference there. The resort is impeccable, it's clean, the pools are perfect and food is amazing. If I had to make any criticism it's that there is only two restaurants, the main buffet and the Italian. As we were only staying two nights this wasn't an issue but for longer stays might get boring. That being said every meal was amazing so perhaps that criticism is unjustified. All in all compared to other desert resorts this is incredible value. We loved our stay and will definitely be back. Appreciate receiving our EV back fully charged too! All in all 10/10.
Kamonwan Kingston (Maya)
A wonderful stay at Al Wathba Luxury Resort! The service and staff were exceptional — attentive, friendly, and always paying attention to details. The resort is very clean, beautifully maintained, and truly family-friendly. The food was excellent with plenty of variety, and there are so many great activities for both adults and kids. Perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy a touch of desert luxury. Highly recommend! 🌅✨
Yousra El Kerek
Our stay at Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we arrived, every single staff member made us feel genuinely welcome, smiles and kindness at every corner of the hotel. A special mention goes to Sapna at Terra Secca, who made our dining experience exceptional with her warmth, attention to detail, and fantastic recommendations, truly elevating our evening. Also, a huge thank you to Iko, our bell person, who went above and beyond helping us with our luggage and ensuring we were comfortable from check-in to check-out. The resort itself is stunning, a perfect blend of tranquility, luxury, and authentic desert charm. Every detail, from the rooms to the pool and spa, reflects the highest standards of hospitality. We left feeling completely relaxed and pampered. Can’t wait to return!
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£1069pp
Dec 2025
£1639pp
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Jan 2026
£1459pp
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Feb 2026
£1679pp
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£1589pp
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Apr 2026
£1609pp
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£1069pp
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£1249pp
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