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

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9.3/10 on 539 reviews

 

- 83 rooms - Resort - score: 9.3, from 539 review/s

 

 

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa: Luxury Retreat in the Abu Dhabi Desert

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa is a luxury retreat nestled in the Abu Dhabi desert, offering an experience that evokes the ancient atmosphere of Bedouin villages. The architecture and design celebrate the cultural heritage of the Emirates, creating an oasis of tranquility and opulence a short distance from the city.

Design Inspired by Bedouin Tradition

The resort is characterized by traditional design elements, such as internal courtyards, fountains, and carved wood decorations, which blend with modern luxury. The 99 rooms, suites, and villas are elegantly furnished, many featuring a private pool and terraces with views of the sand dunes, ensuring a stay in total privacy and intimacy.

Saray Spa: The Desert Wellness Sanctuary

The renowned Saray Spa is a wellness sanctuary, offering a wide range of holistic and traditional treatments. A distinctive feature is the ice cave, along with the infinity pool and hammam, which allow guests to regenerate and find balance in a unique environment, far from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Desert Adventures and Cultural Activities

The resort offers a rich selection of activities to explore the surrounding desert. Guests can participate in camel rides, falconry sessions, horse riding, and dune buggy adventures. These experiences offer a deep immersion into the traditions and nature of the Arabian Peninsula.

Signature Dining with Arabian Flavors

The culinary offering is diverse, with restaurants proposing traditional Arabian cuisine and international specialties, using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Open-air dinners under the stars, surrounded by the silence of the desert, create a magical and unforgettable atmosphere.

Facilities & Features Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

  • General:
  • Air conditioning,
  • Designated smoking area,
  • Elevator,
  • Facilities for disabled guests,
  • Family rooms,
  • Hypoallergenic room available,
  • Non-smoking rooms,
  • Room service,
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Activities:
  • Archery,
  • Bicycle rental,
  • Cycling,
  • Happy hour,
  • Hiking,
  • Horseback riding,
  • Kids' club,
  • Playground,
  • Themed dinners,
  • Tour or class about local culture,
  • Walking tours
  • Food & Drink:
  • Bar,
  • Breakfast in the room,
  • Coffee house on site,
  • Fruit,
  • Kid-friendly buffet,
  • Kids' meals,
  • Restaurant,
  • Special diet meals (on request),
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Internet:
  • Internet
  • Kitchen:
  • Coffee machine
  • Outdoors:
  • Balcony,
  • Outdoor furniture,
  • Sun deck,
  • Terrace
  • Parking:
  • Parking
  • Accessibility:
  • Bathroom emergency cord,
  • Lowered sink,
  • Raised toilet,
  • Toilet with grab rails,
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Pool and wellness:
  • Back massage,
  • Beach chairs/Loungers,
  • Beach umbrellas,
  • Beauty services,
  • Body scrub,
  • Body treatments,
  • Body wrap,
  • Couples' massage,
  • Facial treatments,
  • Fitness,
  • Fitness center,
  • Fitness classes,
  • Foot bath,
  • Foot massage,
  • Full-body massage,
  • Hand massage,
  • Head massage,
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi,
  • Kids' pool,
  • Locker rooms,
  • Manicure,
  • Massage,
  • Neck massage,
  • Pedicure,
  • Personal trainer,
  • Pool 1 – outdoor,
  • Sauna,
  • Spa,
  • Spa facilities,
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area,
  • Spa/Wellness packages,
  • Steam room,
  • Turkish/Steam Bath,
  • Waterslide,
  • Yoga classes
  • Reception services:
  • 24-hour front desk,
  • Baggage storage,
  • Concierge,
  • Currency exchange,
  • Invoice provided,
  • Lockers,
  • Private check-in/out,
  • Tour desk
  • Entertainment and family services:
  • Baby safety gates,
  • Board games/Puzzles,
  • Indoor play area,
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Cleaning services:
  • Daily housekeeping,
  • Dry cleaning,
  • Ironing service,
  • Laundry,
  • Suit press
  • Business facilities:
  • Business center,
  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Safety & security:
  • 24-hour security,
  • CCTV in common areas,
  • CCTV outside property,
  • Fire extinguishers,
  • Key access,
  • Key card access,
  • Safe,
  • Security alarm,
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety features:
  • Face masks for guests available,
  • First aid kits available,
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas,
  • Process in place to check health of guests,
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed,
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities,
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Physical distancing:
  • Cashless payment available,
  • Contactless check-in/out,
  • Mobile app for room service,
  • Physical distancing rules followed,
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cleanliness & disinfecting:
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays,
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning,
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay,
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines,
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Food & drink safety:
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized,
  • Breakfast to-go containers,
  • Delivered food covered securely,
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation,
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

 

The 45 sqm room offers desert landscape views and is decorated in neutral tones and Arabesque inspired accessories.


The 45 sqm room offers resort and courtyard views and is decorated in neutral tones and Arabesque inspired accessories.


Featuring resort and courtyard views and decorates in neutral tones and arabesque elements the room includes a separate rain shower, free standing bath and luxury bathroom amenities.


The room includes a separate rain shower, free standing bath and luxury bathroom amenities.


The 45 sqm room offers desert landscape views and is decorated in neutral tones and Arabesque inspired accessories.


The 45 sqm room offers desert landscape views and is decorated in neutral tones and Arabesque inspired accessories.


This double room features a private pool. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a coffee machine and a terrace. The unit offers 1 bed.


Guests will have a special experience as this double room provides a private pool. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine and a terrace. The unit offers 3 beds.


Terms and conditions of booking Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

Check In / Check Out

  • Check-in from 15:00
  • Check-in from 15:00

Transfers to / from Airport

The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra beds

Children of all ages are allowed.
1 child (up to and including 2 years old) stays for free when using available cribs.
Up to 4 children (up to and including 11 years old) stay for free when using existing beds.
1 child (from 6 years old to 12 years old) stays for AED 150 per child per night when using available extra beds.
The maximum number of extra beds is 1.
The maximum number of cribs is 1.
The maximum number of guests is 5.

Conditions and cancellation policy

Please select the arrival and departure date

 

Overall Impression 9.3

All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!

Score breakdown

Comfort 9.3 / 10

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Courtesy 9.3 / 10

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Leisure 9.3 / 10

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