Al Wathba South, 56620 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
#2 of 146 hotels in Abu Dhabi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 368 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 7, 2024
Shuai
United KingdomNothing 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
Danai
South AfricaIt'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
Dr
PakistanTotally 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
Elena
NetherlandsI 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
Sandzhar
United Arab Emirates- 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
Tim
United KingdomThe 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
Talal
United Arab EmiratesNon
Every thing it’s amazing
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Melissa
United Arab EmiratesThe pool and facilities as well as restaurants-all great!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 25, 2023
Sultan
Saudi ArabiaThe 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
Christian
GermanyAmazing 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
Holli
United Arab EmiratesNothing
Fantastic service, beautiful facilities and delicious food.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 12, 2023
Danijel
Croatiabreakfast, poll is the best, staff so polite and smiling
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 11, 2023
Evgeniya
United Arab EmiratesNothing
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
Christopher
United KingdomExpensive 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
Justin
South AfricaNothing 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
Teresa
IrelandNo 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
Jon
United Arab EmiratesOnly 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
Sushma
United KingdomHotel 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
Akul
United Arab EmiratesIt’s a very beautiful property far far away from the hustle bustle of the city.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 1, 2023
Andrew
United KingdomIncredibly 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
Laurenbaddeley
United KingdomSnow 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
Joanna
United KingdomNothing 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
Yulan
Chinanothing
We love everything: the room, the enviroment, the food, the SPA facility, the customer service.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: October 23, 2023
Ahmed
United Arab EmiratesNothing.
Excellent facilities and staff
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 22, 2023
Nicola
United Arab EmiratesOnly gripe is that I wish it was an adult only resort.
Absolutely everything!
Stayed in October 2023
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