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

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A pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a clear blue sky.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, surrounded by a wooden pergola and a bamboo fence.
A spacious lobby with a large central pool, elegant chandeliers, and a reception desk.
A desert resort with a red carpet leading to a building with arches and palm trees.
A modern hotel entrance with a palm tree, outdoor seating, and a well-lit pathway leading to the entrance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Al Wathba District, Abu Dhabi
  • Place, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Ferrari World
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Yas Marina Circuit
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a small table, and a view through a sliding door.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A balcony with wooden furniture and a view of palm trees and buildings.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a decorative wall panel.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (View)

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (View)

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

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

A balcony with wooden furniture and a view of palm trees and buildings.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A spacious living area with a sofa, ottomans, a coffee table, and a view through a sliding glass door to an outdoor patio.

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Villa, 1 King Bed

A pool area with a view of a desert landscape, wooden pergola, and lounge chairs.

Villa, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A dining area with a round wooden table, black chairs, and a vase with flowers. There are decorative screens on the walls and a kitchen area in the background.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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A pool area with a view of a desert landscape, wooden pergola, and lounge chairs.

Villa, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

Villa, 1 Double Bed, Pool View, Poolside

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed

A hot tub under a wooden pergola with a view of the desert.

Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden pergolas, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Desert view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, surrounded by a wooden pergola and a bamboo fence.

Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Royal Villa, 3 Bedrooms

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wooden table, and a pergola structure.

Royal Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE RESORT VIEW

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Abu Dhabi

Al Wathba stay.With a stay at this Al Wathba hotel, you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Camel Race Track and 25 miles (40 km) of Bawabat Al Sharq Mall. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Abu Dhabi University are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Camel Race Track - 24 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - 50 min drive - 57.2 km
  • Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi - 54 min drive - 72.3 km
  • Ferrari World - 55 min drive - 72.9 km
  • Yas Marina Circuit - 55 min drive - 71.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bait Al Hanine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Terra Secca - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Al Mesayan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Adnoc - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The middle of the desert - ‬17 min drive

About this property

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

Family-friendly upscale hotel with 6 restaurants
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi offers its guests a full-service spa, a health club, and a children's pool. There are 6 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Abu Dhabi hotel.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • 6 dining venues
  • Built in 2018
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
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 minibars. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Abu Dhabi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 valet and self 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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPad
  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock

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

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 used
  • 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 11 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 325.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 11 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the 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

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

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is 31.9 mi (44-min drive) away from the Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sept 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi on Sept 14, 2026 start from CA $273, 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.

Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi.

Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AED 150 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

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

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi features a children's pool.

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

There are 6 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining.

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

Pamper yourself with a day at Al Wathba Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, mani/pedis, and deep-tissue massages.

How close is Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi to downtown Abu Dhabi?

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is 33.7 mi away from Abu Dhabi.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anzelika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Good breakfast. Spa and some parts of hotel needs a bit of renovation. Receptionist ladies were not too welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georges

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. The pool is the best pool ive been to so far. Great for children but also adults. Staff are friendly and very unqiue layout. Not ultra luxury - more refined.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kahye

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

10/10 Excellent

Jens

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has friendly staff and an outstanding service culture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the interior.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tor

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

10/10 Excellent

Chun Lok

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All amazing, will be back! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

yi ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linghe

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!
Verified review

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
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10/10 Excellent

Mostafa

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent seven nights at Al Wathba Desert Resort, and while the property and service were truly exceptional, the value of the half-board package was a major disappointment. The staff were outstanding, some of the best service I've ever experienced, and made my birthday incredibly special with thoughtful touches, personalized desserts, and warm wishes throughout the day. Special thanks to Asanka, Samikshya, and Ishak for going above and beyond. The resort itself is peaceful, luxurious, and beautifully maintained, and housekeeping kept the room spotless and welcoming. However, the half-board package cost $628 USD per person for seven nights (over $1,250 for two), which felt like very poor value. We essentially paid close to $100 daily for a single meal from a half-board menu that was much more limited than the regular menu, and the inconsistent food quality often resulted in us not finishing our dishes. In-room dining and the standard menu meals tasted significantly better but were not included, so we still spent 100s more in additional meals. There was also frequent confusion among staff about what the package covered, which became frustrating. If I return, I would absolutely not choose this package again. I also had some sanitation concerns with the breakfast buffet, as one section of uncovered food had multiple flies around it and staff nearby didn't intervene. Overall, I had a relaxing and memorable stay, but the dining issues keep this from being a 5-star experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tudo perfeito
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yasuki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
スタッフの対応が丁寧で非常に良かった
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025