A beautifully landscaped entrance featuring palm trees, decorative pots, and a shaded walkway leading to an elegant building.

Insider Spotlight: Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Surrounded by natural beauty and serene tranquillity

Step into a stunning Arabian-inspired boutique resort, Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa boasts timeless local details, traditional artwork, and attention to detail in every corner you look. 

If you need to switch off and relax, this relaxing resort is for you! 

A desert oasis

Located 60 minutes from the centre of Abu Dhabi, Al Wathba is set deep within the desert and surrounded by stunning mountain dunes. This means the entire resort is completely peaceful and serene - an absolute win if you’re looking to switch off for the day. 

Panoramic dune views

Not quite your average poolside view, guests at Al Wathba are treated to incredible views of the desert and beyond as they bask in the sunshine. The impressive pool is also home to a large jacuzzi and a swim-up pool bar, Panache, serving light snacks and refreshing drinks.

If you're bringing the family, kids will love the shaded kids' pool that has its very own play area!

A serene pool area lined with palm trees and large decorative pots, leading to a view of the sea in the distance.
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

A dining destination

Privilee Members get an exclusive discount of 20% across all of the resort's restaurants; Bait Al Hanine, Al Mabeet, Terra Secca, Al Mesayan and Panache. Indulge in mouth watering Italian dishes at Terra Secca or head to Bat Al Hanine for homemade food inspired by the Arabian Gulf and Lebanon. If you want to enjoy breathtaking sunset views and sip on signature cocktails, Al Mesayan is waiting. 

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables, cushioned seating, and a decorative pot at the center, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene atmosphere.
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Fun desert activities!

Of course, the resort is perfect if all you want to do is chill out with a book or podcast, but if you’d like to try something new or get active when you visit, you have many options! 

Experience surfing in the Arabian desert with ‘Desert Waves’ or learn all about archery and perfect your aim with the guidance of an expert trainer. Thrill seekers, get ready for a ‘Sand-Wheel Adventure’, biking through the desert dunes!

Privilee Members save 20% on Archery, Desert Walks, Sand Wheel Adventure and Desert Waves. 

A bow and colorful arrows in front of an archery target on a sandy area, surrounded by greenery.
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

A tranquil spa

If you’re looking to totally relax and pamper yourself, Saray Spa can help you! Boasting 11 treatment rooms, plus indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, saunas, steam rooms, plunge pools, salt rooms, snow caves, an ice cold bucket room, a traditional Turkish hammam and a whirlpool, the facilities and treatments are truly incredible. After all, there aren't many places in the desert where you can escape to a snow cave!

Privilee Members save 10% on all spa treatments

A serene spa room with massage tables, ambient lighting, and decorative lanterns.
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

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