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

5.0 star property

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Pool
Rooftop bar, pool views, open daily
Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar
Reception

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Al Wathba District, Abu Dhabi
  • Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Yas Marina Circuit
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Ferrari World
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds (View)

  • 44 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Pool

Villa, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

  • 45 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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LED TV, iPad, iPod dock, MP3 dock

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pool

Villa, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Resort View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Resort View

  • 45 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Villa, 1 Double Bed, Pool View, Poolside

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Villa, 1 Double Bed, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Royal Villa, 3 Bedrooms | Property amenity

Royal Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Double Bed | Pool

Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (View)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (View)

  • 45 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

  • 45 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Abu Dhabi

With a stay at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi (Al Wathba), you'll be 32.2 mi (51.8 km) from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 11 mi (17.6 km) from Camel Race Track. .This family-friendly hotel is 19.9 mi (32.1 km) from Bawabat Al Sharq Mall and 24.6 mi (39.6 km) from Abu Dhabi University.

What's nearby

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - 46 min drive - 57.4 km
  • Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi - 53 min drive - 71.5 km
  • Yas Marina Circuit - 53 min drive - 69.1 km
  • Ferrari World - 53 min drive - 69.9 km
  • Yas Waterworld - 54 min drive - 71.9 km

Getting around

  • Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terra Secca - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The middle of the desert - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Adnoc - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Emarati Cafe - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Swag Food Truck - ‬29 min drive

About this property

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

Luxury hotel with 6 restaurants and a full-service spa
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi offers 103 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPads and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Espresso makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club and a children's pool.
Al Wathba Spa has 13 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 103 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPads and LED televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Digital programming and iPod docking stations are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Hayaakom, one of the hotel's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Hayaakom - This coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Bait Al Hanine - Overlooking the pool, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Terra Secca - This theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Al Mesayan - Overlooking the pool, this rooftop bar specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Panache - This poolside restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Afrikaans, Arabic, English, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AED 150 per person
  • 6 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Al Mesayan
  • Bait Al Hanine
  • Hayaakom
  • Panache
  • Terra Secca

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 13 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2018
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPad
  • IPod dock
  • LED TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in. Valid passport or GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) ID are accepted.
This property enforces a strict dress code in the restaurants and public areas.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
11 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 325.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AED 150 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 325.0 per night
  • Bed sheets fee: AED 0 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Jumeirah Desert Resort
Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort Spa
Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort Spa
Al Wathba a Luxury Collection Hotel Abu Dhabi

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahssan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outstanding if you want to get away
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely desert retreat close to Abu Dhabi

Quite relaxing desert resort. Fantastic getaway from Abu dhabi
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

dusan

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kahye

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect vacation in paradise
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stay. Perfect mix of quiet and things to do. Staff could not be more polite and helpful. Dinner was fantastic every night. Incredibly good value for money resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience all together.Beautiful rooms,service,food. Lots of things to do.Really romantic .It was our second time there, I’m looking forward to go back. Beautiful place to relax from the city life.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb stay. All Staff Brilliant.

Without question the best of the rest. All the Staff were superb and the facilities too. We will leave a full review in due course. Thank you Marriott and your Al Waftha team. Brilliant xx As I said on an earlier review.. photos don't upload in the App. Will post on TA in due course.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chun Lok

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service with amazing environment. Staff were nice and helpful. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linghe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mabu is extremely helpful and kind to us when we are staying at Al Wathba Hotel! I arrived late and had to leave early. He gave up many helpful tips to catch the sunrise and made our trip extra awesome. I would come back again to this hotel if there’s a chance!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful venue with excellent service

We stayed for two nights and had an excellent stay. Service was very attentive yet discreet. Pool area is beautiful and the concierge goes out of his way to make the stay a memorable experience. Spa area is good and so is the gym. Only negative is the food which was a bit disappointing, we tried both restaurants and although OK, they did not leave any impression compared to other restaurants in Abu Dhabi.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was peaceful, tranquil and away from it all but still close enough to taxi back and forth to Abu Dhabi for our Formula 1 event. The workout and spa facilities were amazing and we used them every day. The sunrise camel ride in the desert was absolutely a must do and provided us a beautiful experience. We witnessed a 120 on horse raise that was in progress. Truly an amazing and unique experience. I cannot say enough about the staff and management team. Thank you so much and we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

sedat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANGELICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Resort in desert surroundings, the room and property were well maintained, and everything looks brand new. The Italian restaurant is excellent, the pool is beautiful and the staff are all very attentive, the gym and spa are great. Overall a really good choice for a quiet and relaxing rest in a desert oasis.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful weekend in the desert. Very nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mostafa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Surpassed my expectations, across 750+ hotel nights around the globe (400+ of them within Marriott Group), I have enjoyed one of our best stays ever. Despite it was a one-night stay, celebrating a family occasion, we needed it to be perfect and memorable, and it was, Thanks to the diligence, enthusiasm, and exceptional teamwork of the entire resort team, I witnessed a fantastic team spirit to make us feel comfortable and well cared for, it was exceeding the highest hospitality & quality standards I have experienced before
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vk

Service in the facility from all staff was amazing they went out of their way to accommodate to make sure we’re enjoying every moments. The place is perfect in its location it’s design cleanness it’s just perfect. The resort was the highlight of my trip. Well recommend. Guest hospitality manager abdulhakim surprised us with exceptional cheese platter as a compliment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022