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

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 6 restaurants and a full-service spa

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (View)

  • 474 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Resort View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Villa, 1 Double Bed, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Royal Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (View)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Abu Dhabi

Located in Al Wathba, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is 11 mi (17.6 km) from Camel Race Track. This 5-star hotel has 103 rooms and welcomes guests with 6 restaurants, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - 46 min drive - 35.7 miles
  • Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi - 53 min drive - 44.5 miles
  • Yas Marina Circuit - 53 min drive - 43.0 miles
  • Ferrari World - 53 min drive - 43.4 miles
  • Yas Waterworld - 54 min drive - 44.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Terra Secca - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The middle of the desert - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Emarati Cafe - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Swag Food Truck - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Emarati21Cafe - ‬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
At Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi, guests enjoy a full-service spa, a children's pool, and a gym. A stay here includes free valet parking. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with access to locker space, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space.
LED TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies, iPads, and iPod docks. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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 crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 11 kids stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 325.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi on Jun 6, 2025 start from $353.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available.

Is a spa located at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

Al Wathba Spa is the hotel's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and aromatherapy.

Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi feature a casino?

No, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service and in-room massages as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi has 6 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi.

Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

The closest major airport to Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH), which is about 20.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

Yes, every guestroom at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi comes with a balcony with some featuring desert or pool views.

Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Elie

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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