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

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Al Wathba South, 56620

9.5Rating
ExceptionalRated by Guests
723Reviews

What to expect

Pros

  • 🌟Exceptional staff with world-class service
  • 🏝️Beautiful desert location and serene surroundings
  • 🏊‍♂️Luxurious pool villas with private pools
  • 👩‍🍳Delicious and exquisite dining experiences
  • 🌺Attentive and thoughtful staff making special occasions memorable
  • 🐎Exciting activities like horse riding and dune buggy rides
  • 🍹Fantastic poolside service and relaxing ambience
  • 💆‍♂️Complimentary spa facilities with a wide range of amenities
  • 🎂Personalized attention for special events like birthdays and anniversaries
  • 🌅Breathtaking desert sunset views and magical desert experience

Cons

  • 🦟Possibility of insects and birds around pool villas in the desert
  • 🍽️High cost of evening meals and expensive activities
  • 🌡️AC issues with airflow direction in some rooms
  • 🚧Gardening noise in the mornings disrupting quiet ambiance
  • 🛏️Some rooms may require stronger AC for comfort during hot nights
  • 📺Limited TV/movie options and kids club activities
  • 🦋Insects and birds near pool villas in the desert during summer
  • 🕊️Limited cuisine options and activities for children
  • 🌆Not located near iconic sand dunes for a traditional desert experience
  • 🎥Broken TV affecting planned movie night activities

What this place has to offer

Things to do and ways to relaxBody scrub, Body wrap, Fitness center, Foot bath, Game room, Hammam, Hiking, Horseback riding, Hot tub, Massage, On-site entertainment, Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Tours, Yoga room
Services and conveniencesConcierge, Contactless check-in/out, Daily housekeeping, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Laundry service, Luggage storage
Dining, drinking, and snackingRoom service [24-hour]
Internet accessFree Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Wi-Fi in public areas
Languages spokenEnglish, German, Hindi, Italian, Arabic, Russian, Indonesian

Where you'll be sleeping

One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 1
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 2
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 3
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 4
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 5
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 6
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 7
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 8
One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view image 9
125 m²

One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view

1 king bed

Classic One Bedroom Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Balcony image 1
Classic One Bedroom Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Balcony image 2
Classic One Bedroom Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Balcony image 3
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Classic One Bedroom Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Balcony image 6
Classic One Bedroom Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Balcony image 7
95 m²

Classic One Bedroom Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Balcony

1 king bed

Two Bedroom Villa, 2 Bedroom Villa, Desert view, Plunge pool image 1
Two Bedroom Villa, 2 Bedroom Villa, Desert view, Plunge pool image 2
Two Bedroom Villa, 2 Bedroom Villa, Desert view, Plunge pool image 3
Two Bedroom Villa, 2 Bedroom Villa, Desert view, Plunge pool image 4
Two Bedroom Villa, 2 Bedroom Villa, Desert view, Plunge pool image 5
230 m²

Two Bedroom Villa, 2 Bedroom Villa, Desert view, Plunge pool

2 single beds and 1 queen bed

Superior King Room, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 1
Superior King Room, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 2
Superior King Room, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 3
Superior King Room, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 4
Superior King Room, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 5
45 m²

Superior King Room, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony

1 king bed

Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Desert view, Balcony image 1
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Desert view, Balcony image 2
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Desert view, Balcony image 3
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Desert view, Balcony image 4
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Desert view, Balcony image 5
45 m²

Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Desert view, Balcony

1 king bed

Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 1
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 2
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 3
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 4
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony image 5
45 m²

Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony

1 king bed

Superior Twin Room, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 1
Superior Twin Room, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 2
Superior Twin Room, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 3
Superior Twin Room, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 4
45 m²

Superior Twin Room, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s)

2 single beds

Deluxe Desert View Twin, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 1
Deluxe Desert View Twin, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 2
Deluxe Desert View Twin, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 3
Deluxe Desert View Twin, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s) image 4
45 m²

Deluxe Desert View Twin, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s)

2 single beds

Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony image 1
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony image 2
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony image 3
Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony image 4
45 m²

Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony

1 king bed

Deluxe Room,2 Twin Beds,View image 1
Deluxe Room,2 Twin Beds,View image 2
Deluxe Room,2 Twin Beds,View image 3
Deluxe Room,2 Twin Beds,View image 4
44 m²

Deluxe Room,2 Twin Beds,View

2 single beds

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Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu DhabiAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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