Sometimes all you need is to get away from it all. And when those times come, Al Wathba is the perfect place to soak up the peace and tranquillity of the Abu Dhabi desert. Al Wathba is just 85 minutes from Dubai Marina and 55 minutes from the Emirates Palace end of Abu Dhabi Corniche, making it an ideal spot if you’re looking for a desert escape within easy access of the UAE’s two major hubs.
The boutique resort has 103 guest rooms and villas that boast an Arabesque theme, while the location in the middle of the desert really makes it special. Rooms range from superior rooms to one- or two-bedroom villas, while there’s also the three-bedroom Royal Villa if you’re looking to push the boat out.
Peckish? There’s Bait Al Hanine that serves up Middle Eastern dishes, while Al Mabeet specialises in Emirati cuisine. Terra Secca’s where you need to head for Italian food, while you can grab a drink at pool bar Panache or Al Mesayan – which is pretty special come sunset.
Chill out at the massive infinity pool, or check yourself into Saray Spa – a beautiful spa spread over 2,200 sq m, housing 11 treatment rooms, saunas, steam room, plunge pools and even snow caves. Snow in the desert? What more could you want?
Al Wathba South, marriott.com/hotels/travel/auhlc-al-wathba-a-luxury-collection-desert-resort-and-spa-abu-dhabi (+971 2 204 4444) .
