Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

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Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi
Al Wathba South, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 00000·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Staff9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.4
Location9.1
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples40%
Groups10%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Staff9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.4
Location9.1
Who stays here
Families41%
Couples40%
Groups10%
Solo6%

5-star desert resort with private villas and plunge pools

Accommodations

Al Wathba offers 103 guest rooms and villas with timeless local details. Each villa includes a private plunge pool and a spacious terrace overlooking the desert. The Superior rooms feature resort views from a balcony, while the One Bedroom Villas provide a separate living area.

Dining

The resort has 6 restaurants, including Bait Al Hanine for local cuisine and Terra Secca for Italian dishes. Guests can also dine at the pool bar or enjoy specialty menus that are halal, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Breakfast is served as a buffet with a wide variety, and themed dinner nights are offered regularly.

Wellness

The Saray Spa covers 2200 m2 and offers traditional hammam, body scrubs, facials, and couple massages. Separate male and female facilities include a steam room, sauna, hot tub, and a Himalayan salt room. The fitness centre provides personal training, yoga classes, and a spa lounge for relaxation.

Activities

Guests can join a falconry show with a live expert, go horseback riding in the desert, or take a sunset camel ride. Archery, dune buggy tours, and desert walks are also available at the resort. Evening entertainment includes live music from a Colombian duo and a rooftop bar with desert views.

Family

Al Wathba has a kids' club, an indoor play area, and a children's playground with outdoor equipment. The pool complex includes a shallow end and a water slide for children, plus a separate kids' pool. Baby safety gates and board games are provided, and the staff arranges pony rides and feeding the animals.

  • Accommodations: 103 rooms and villas with private plunge pools and desert views
  • Dining: 6 restaurants including Bait Al Hanine and Terra Secca
  • Spa: 2200 m2 Saray Spa with hammam, sauna, and steam room
  • Activities: Falconry shows, horse riding, archery, and camel rides
  • Family: Kids' club, children's playground, and pony rides
  • Pools: Two outdoor pools, heated year-round, with water slide and pool bar
  • Location: 48 km from Zayed International Airport, in the Abu Dhabi desert
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Russian, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesian
Building
Number of rooms:88
Former name
Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort And Spa
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Rooms and availability

Classic One-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Two-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
One-Bedroom Villa
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's pool

Kids club

Children's buffet

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Archery
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Pool view
  • Landscape view
  • Resort view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
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Essential information about Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

💵 Lowest room price 152 £
📏 Distance to centre 50.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 54.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Bateen, AZI

Location

Al Wathba South, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 00000
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Al Wathba South, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 00000
  • City landmarks
  • Restaurants
Restaurant
Hayaakom
130 m
Restaurant
Terra Secca
140 m

Reviews of Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

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FAQ about Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

How far is the city centre from the 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?
The 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is located in a historic area.
What is the closest airport to the Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?
Bateen airport is located within a 59-minute drive (55 km) from the Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi.
Is there free parking in Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi hotel?
Yes, Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi hotel?
At the Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What room types does Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi comprise?
Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi offers such room types as Two-Bedroom Villa, One-Bedroom Villa, and Deluxe King Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?
Each room at the 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is thoughtfully equipped with an air conditioner to ensure an enjoyable stay. Guests' average rating for comfort is 9.6/10.
Is the 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi provides rooms with accessible facilities, accessible bathrooms, and wheelchair access to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Which facilities are provided in the Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi hotel?
Top locations of the Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi hotel include a restaurant and luggage storage, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
Does the 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi feature any spa facilities?
At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the 5-star Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty treatments, body wraps, and body scrub. Additionally, a Turkish steam room, a Turkish bath, and a treatment room are offered on-site.
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