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Reviews of Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Al Wathba South, 56620 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

#2 of 146 hotels in Abu Dhabi

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 368 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    9.9

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  • Reviewed: March 7, 2024

    10
    Amazing experience combined with max comfort and tranquil setting in the desert
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really.

    The design of the hotel gives you a really comfortable and luxurious experience of staying in the desert. Staffs are super friendly and attentive.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's far out from the city and the hotel doesn't have their own transportation. You have to wait for over an hour for a transfer service so book ahead of time. Rent your own car if possible.

    Amazing, amazing, amazing. Definitely now pffica one of my favorite hotels.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Totally amazing experience. A luxury place inside the desert. Most courteous staff. Beautiful pool. Exciting activities in desert.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2024

    10
    Outstanding experience. You pay for quality and you get it.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I don't have anything bad to say about this place. It was perfect.

    INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE. Pleasant and relaxing swimming pool in the middle of the desert. The breakfast is outstanding, as so is the dinner and drinks. The bedrooms are impeccable, spacious, and luxurious. Sauna and steam room included in the price. I hope I'll return some day.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    10
    Great Desert Location, Food and Overall Experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    - I would encourage more thorough cleaning of public areas after birds - It is stated that they have EV charging station, however, output is limited to 1,6KW which is less than in regular home socket - would be great for technical team to update system and provide at least 10KW+ charging capabilities

    - Great location "in the middle of a desert" - Nice design with Arabic vibes, but not too overwhelming and pretty much minimalistic - Really liked buffet options for dinner - Nice, quiet and cosy environment

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    8.0
    A great escape in the desert.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One Bedroom Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Desert view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stables area were dirty and not well maintained which was disappointing.

    The facilities and accommodation were excellent. Design and architecture were very well done. The buffet breakfast was one of the best

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2024

    10
    Relax place feels the amazing nature above what I want
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Non

    Every thing it’s amazing

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2024

    9.0
    Very nice NYE stay-the pool is nice and kids pool/pool area is nice as well. Lots of activities to do also. Spacious
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pool and facilities as well as restaurants-all great!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 25, 2023

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Resort view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fact that we left :(

    Everything. Specially the butler Mr. Asanka was super nice and helped us during our stay and surprised us with lot of nice things. Definitely will come back again.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    10
    Amazing hotel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Amazing rooms, extremely clean, super nice and friendly people. Was an impressive stay and I would really recommend to go there if you´re happy outside of AbuDhabi. It´s an almost 1h drive into the city, which is for sure the biggest disadvantage if you have to work, but same time the biggest advantage to just be by the pool, relax and enjoy the quietness and the peace of the desert. I really liked the design, the comfy beds, tub, pool. Everything on a very high level. Really great stay. I loved it.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Resort view
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Fantastic service, beautiful facilities and delicious food.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2023

    10
    It was excellent, so great, will be back for sure next year
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Resort view
    • Stayed 5 nights

    breakfast, poll is the best, staff so polite and smiling

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2023

    10
    Perfect hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything is great! Stuff super friendly and caring, great service, room and hotel. We’ll back for sure

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2023

    8.0
    Nice place, in the middle of no where so choice for food other than the Hotels restaurants which would be fine but the m
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Expensive with a lack of food choice. Has a few restaurants but massively over priced. Be cautious going to restaurants without payment cards. I was told all restaurants on the property can put bills on your room but this isn’t the case. I was marched to my room to pay for my food despite leaving a £400 deposit on my room for the exact scenario

    Nice hotel, Spa was lovely apart from a couple things being broken

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2023

    9.0
    Had a wonderful time at the Desert Resort and really loved the pool and desert activities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing much. We had a wonderful stay at the resort.

    The room was spacious. It had all the amenities and included a coffee machine. There was also a lovely balcony. Breakfast was absolutely delicious and there was a lot of choice. Especially loved the French Toast with Mascarpone. Loved the infinity pool, where we spent most of our time. Loved walking through the desert and seeing the beautiful landscape especially at sunset.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 24, 2023

    10
    Unforgettable relaxing desert hideaway - such a treat. Can't wait to go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    No complaints.

    Everything was fantastic. The rooms, beds, verandah, bathrooms, extra touches, pool, facilities, staff, service, food, spa.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 15, 2023

    10
    Fantastic family staycation in true luxury with staff who cannot do enough to make you feel important and welcomed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Desert view
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only thing we never like is leaving! It’s a real place of peace and tranquility above all. Thank you

    As always when we visit Al Wathba, we are given a truly special welcome by the staff and made to feel relaxed and comfortable from check in to check out

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 4, 2023

    8.0
    Luxurious and Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Resort view
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hotel was very secluded and far from the city. Taxis had to be ordered in advance. The rooftop bar was closed during our 3 night stay. We were told that there was a private event but didn’t see any events going on. Would have been nice to have some evening entertainment as the hotel is very secluded and far from everything so after dinner there was nothing to do.

    The hospitality was second to none. There was nothing that the staff said no to, very accommodating. Felt like a little palace with royal treatment. Gym 24hrs and spa was very tranquil and relaxing. Staff were friendly, relaxed and happy, no complaints at all. Breakfast and bbq buffet dinner was amazing. Pool was stunning and so was the sunset. Rooms and amenities were high quality. Will definitely return.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2023

    10
    Perfect place to unwind and relax away from the crowds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s a very beautiful property far far away from the hustle bustle of the city.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2023

    10
    Reinvigorating desert paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Incredibly relaxing vibe, the most helpful staff we’ve ever experienced at a hotel and the spa facilities are absolutely world class.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Snow room was closed for repair while we were there so didn't get to see it.

    Room was beautiful - bed was super comfy. Bathroom is amazing with both a separate shower and bathtub. Balcony area for sitting outside. Main pool is lovely with a swim up bar. Breakfast next day was amazing.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2023

    10
    Wonderful modern desert spa retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing I didn’t enjoy but if you want to get out in to the big sand dunes, you probably need to go further into the desert

    Beautiful hotel with a great modern Arabic style. Fantastic staff and service with loads of great amenities. Loved the spa. Really recommend

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2023

    10
    Love to come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    We love everything: the room, the enviroment, the food, the SPA facility, the customer service.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 23, 2023

    9.0
    Excellent stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior, Guest room, 1 King, Resort view, Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Excellent facilities and staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2023

    10
    Fantastic accommodation/resort , highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Pool view, Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only gripe is that I wish it was an adult only resort.

    Absolutely everything!

    Stayed in October 2023

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