Desert landscapes surround this luxury resort with a stunning pool area creating a calm oasis from city life. The Italian restaurant Terra Secca serves excellent cuisine with high-quality products. Guests can unwind in the comprehensive spa facilities featuring sauna, hammam, and hot tub treatments.
Located in Al Wathba, a neighborhood in Abu Dhabi, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is in a regional park. Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital is one of the area's local attractions and travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Bawabat Al Sharq Mall and Dalma Mall. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Abu Dhabi travel guide
Al Wathba District, Abu Dhabi
What's nearby
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
50 min drive - 57.2 km
Ferrari World
55 min drive - 72.9 km
Yas Marina Circuit
55 min drive - 71.2 km
Camel Race Track
24 min drive - 22.0 km
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
54 min drive - 72.3 km
Getting around
Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)
44 min drive
Restaurants
Terra Secca
2 min walk
Al Mesayan
2 min walk
Oasis Adnoc
7 min drive
Panache
1 min walk
emarati cafe
29 min drive
About this property
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi
Luxury family-friendly hotel in the historical district
A rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi. Indulge in a body treatment, a body scrub, and a deep-tissue massage at Al Wathba Spa, the onsite spa. At the 6 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Italian cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
A children's pool along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
Free self parking and valet parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
Supervised childcare (surcharge), a gift shop, and massage treatment rooms
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 103 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like iPads and laptop-compatible safes.
Other amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and down comforters
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
LED TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and recycling
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
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
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
Built in 2018
Comprehensive food waste policy
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Double-glazed windows
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Rooftop garden
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Waste recycling policy
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 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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
11 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 325.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
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
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
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
Frequently asked questions
Does Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi have a pool?
Yes, this property has a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?
As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi on Aug 19, 2026 start from ₩229,424, 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.
Is Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.
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. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi located?
This family-friendly Abu Dhabi hotel is located in the historical district, 11 mi (17.6 km) from Camel Race Track, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Bawabat Al Sharq Mall and Abu Dhabi University. Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque are also within 32 mi (52 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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