Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa
Escape to the heart of the Arabian Desert
Deep within the desert landscape of Abu Dhabi, Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa is an intimate retreat suffused with natural beauty and serene tranquility. With a distinct Talise Spa as the hallmark of the hotel experience, guest can rebalance their equilibrium and embark on an individual wellness journey.
Inspired by classical dwellings, the boutique resort’s 103 guest rooms and villas feature timeless local details, traditional artwork, and Arabesque accessories, alongside a range of dining destinations showcasing the dunes to panoramic perfection. We invite you to step away from it all into an exclusive natural environment, with the space to reconnect and the freedom to lose yourself.
Inspired by classical dwellings, the boutique resort’s 103 guest rooms and villas feature timeless local details, traditional artwork, and Arabesque accessories, alongside a range of dining destinations showcasing the dunes to panoramic perfection. We invite you to step away from it all into an exclusive natural environment, with the space to reconnect and the freedom to lose yourself.
Features at a Glance
- 90 rooms and suites
- 13 villas with private plunge pools and panoramic views of the picturesque desert
- Six restaurants & bars
- A 1000 sqm swimming pool
- Fully equiped gym
- Talise Spa with 13 treatment rooms, individual male and female Hammam, saunas, hot tubs, Jacuzzi, steam room, crystal salt room, Cryo Treatment room and hot and cold plunge pools
- Talise Fitness set up with the latest Technogym
- Sinbad's Kids Club
ID Policy upon check-in:
Please be advised that all guests including children staying at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa are required to present valid identification upon check-in which may be either a passport or National ID. UAE Nationals can check-in with either a passport, National ID or a valid UAE driving license.
- CHECK-IN: 15:00
- CHECK-OUT: 12:00
- CANCELLATION/PREPAYMENT: Please refer to the Terms & Conditions of the required rate for the relevant cancellation & prepayment policy.
- CHILDREN AND EXTRA BEDS: Children should be under the age of 12 to qualify for this rate when booking. Additional cots can be provided on request.
- PETS: For the comfort and safety of all guests, pets are not permitted.
- SMOKING: Smoking in some rooms is permitted. Please request a smoking room at time of booking to ensure availability for your stay.
- GUESTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: We have a number of support services to assist guests with special needs. Please contact our Concierge for more details.
Rooms & Suites
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors.
EXPLORE ROOM
EXPLORE ROOM
Arabian Desert View Room
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors
One Bedroom Pool Villa
Step into a palatial desert hideaway with your own private pool.
EXPLORE ROOM
EXPLORE ROOM
One Bedroom Pool Villa
One Bedroom Pool Villa
The space and privacy with panoramic views of the Arabian Desert
Two Bedroom Suite
Enjoy added comfort in our Two Bedroom Suite, from breath-taking vistas and 230 square metres of space to unwind.
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors.
EXPLORE ROOM
EXPLORE ROOM
Arabian Desert View Room
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors
Arabian Deluxe Room
Comfort with Arabic inspired interiors
explore room
Arabian Deluxe Room
- 45 square metres
- Two adults and one child (below the age of 12)
- A king size bed or twin beds
- Serene views of the Arabian Desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary Wi Fi and cable broadband access in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sinbad's Kids Club for children and teenagers from 2 - 17 years old. Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing Talise Fitness.
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors.
explore room
Arabian Desert View Room
- 45 square metres
- Two adults and two children (below the age of 12)
- Twin beds
- Serene views of the Arabian desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary access to Wi Fi and cable broadband in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sinbad's Kids Club for children and teenagers from 2 - 17 years old. Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing Talise Fitness.
Arabian Desert View Room
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors
One Bedroom Pool Villa
Step into a palatial desert hideaway with your own private pool.
explore room
One Bedroom Pool Villa
- 125 square metres
- Two adults and two children (below the age of 12)
- A king size bed
- Serene views of the Arabian Desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary access to Wi Fi and cable broadband in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sindbad’s Kids Club for children and teenagers between 5 years to 16 years.
- Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing, Talise Spa.
One Bedroom Pool Villa
One Bedroom Pool Villa
The space and privacy with panoramic views of the Arabian Desert
One Bedroom Suite
Luxury and comfort of an Arabian inspired suite
explore room
One Bedroom Suite
- 95 square metres
- Three adults and two children (below the age of 12)
- A king size bed
- Serene views of the Arabian Desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time.
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary access to Wi Fi and cable broadband in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sinbad's Kids Club for children and teenagers from 2 - 17 years old. Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing Talise Fitness.
Two Bedroom Suite
Enjoy added comfort in our Two Bedroom Suite, from breath-taking vistas and 230 square metres of space to unwind.
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Two Bedroom Suite
- 230 square metres
- 4 Adults and 2 Children below 12 years
- 2 King Beds
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary access to Wi Fi and cable broadband in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sindbad’s Kids Club for children between 2 years to 16 years.
- Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing, Talise Spa.
Two Bedroom Pool Villa
Discover an idyllic desert villa with your own private pool.
explore room
Two Bedroom Pool Villa
- 250 square metres
- Four adults and two children (below the age of 12)
- Two King Size Beds
- Serene views of the Arabian Desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary access to Wi Fi and cable broadband in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sinbad's Kids Club for children and teenagers from 5 to 16 years old.
- Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of well-being Talise Fitness.
One Bedroom Suite
Luxury and comfort of an Arabian inspired suite
explore room
One Bedroom Suite
- 95 square metres
- Three adults and two children (below the age of 12)
- A king size bed
- Serene views of the Arabian Desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time.
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary access to Wi Fi and cable broadband in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sinbad's Kids Club for children and teenagers from 2 - 17 years old. Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing Talise Fitness.
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors.
explore room
Arabian Desert View Room
- 45 square metres
- Two adults and two children (below the age of 12)
- Twin beds
- Serene views of the Arabian desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary access to Wi Fi and cable broadband in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sinbad's Kids Club for children and teenagers from 2 - 17 years old. Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing Talise Fitness.
Arabian Desert View Room
Arabian Desert View Room
Unwind in your own desert sanctuary and enjoy impeccable comfort with Arabic inspired interiors
Arabian Deluxe Room
Comfort with Arabic inspired interiors
explore room
Arabian Deluxe Room
- 45 square metres
- Two adults and one child (below the age of 12)
- A king size bed or twin beds
- Serene views of the Arabian Desert in the cultural setting of a place away from time
- Separate rain shower and free standing bath with twin wash basins including luxury bathroom amenities.
- Complimentary Wi Fi and cable broadband access in the room and around the resort.
- Widescreen Interactive HD LCD TV, iPod/iPhone docking station and connectivity to TV.
- Complimentary access to Sinbad's Kids Club for children and teenagers from 2 - 17 years old. Access to Dubai’s ultimate destination of wellbeing Talise Fitness.
Offers
Exclusive Opening Offer
Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa
Enjoy 20% saving on stays, restaurants and spa
Exclusive UAE Residents Offer
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Book now and enjoy up to 15% off on Best Available Rates along with a host of other benefits that come with our compliments.
Restaurants
Al Mesayan
The desert comes to life at Al Mesayan, a rooftop bar with stunning views of the dunes
Panache
The true life of the resort, Panache is responsible for the refreshing and soothing energy that comes from a 1000 square feet pool, expanding into intimate inlets, coves, and a dreamy pool bar.
Hayaakom
Hayaakom is the lobby lounge at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa. Meaning ‘welcome’ in Arabic, Hayaakom sets guests up for a great arrival at the resort, one that is just like the entry hall of an intimate yet luxurious family desert house.
Bait Al Hanine
Bait Al Hanine at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa is the resort’s gathering place, emulating old Bedouin traditions of eating and sharing food together as a tribe.
Terra Secca
Terra Secca is an upscale Trattoria set in the midst of a boutique desert resort. Full of Italian charm and warmth, it has a beautiful and sophisticated atmosphere.
Al Mabeet
A high-end interpretation of nomadic living, and a reverent homage to the Bedouin spirit of the United Arab Emirates.
Wellness
Activities
Horse Riding
Take a journey of traditions and techniques inspired by the Emirati passion for horse riding.
Nocturnal Animal Hike
See the desert from a new perspective during this nocturnal animal hike.
Fatbike Dune and Fossil Exploration
Enjoy a ride around the special fossil desert formation and get an in-depth knowledge of the wildlife in this region
Experiences
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Family
10 Things to do at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa
Set in the heart of Abu Dhabi’s gorgeous desert, Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa has been enchanting guests since it opened last year. Here, the natural beauty of the Abu Dhabi landscape is combined with the warm hospitality of the Jumeirah team, creating an intimate experience in one of the Gulf’s most exclusive, stunning environments. So, if you’re planning a break with a difference here our favourite things to do while relaxing at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa.
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Wanderlust
The world’s most incredible hotel swimming pools
Dive into the azure waters of The Terrace, cool off in one of the largest temperature controlled pools in Dubai or relax in the therapeutic floatation pool at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, (said to be as good as eight hours’ sleep.) Whatever your preference, here’s a round-up of the most amazing swimming pools Jumeirah has to offer.
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Romance
Wellness holidays: Why you need to visit Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort and Spa
Set deep within the mesmerizing desert landscape of Abu Dhabi, lies Talise Spa, the luxurious wellness retreat at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa – here we explain why this is the perfect place to escape the city.
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Wanderlust
9 Ways For The Best Sleep Ever On Your Next Holiday
The future is shaped by your dreams, so stop wasting time and get to sleep! Here are eight ways to guarantee the best night’s sleep ever on your next holiday. Sweet dreams…
Family
10 Things to do at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa
Set in the heart of Abu Dhabi’s gorgeous desert, Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa has been enchanting guests since it opened last year. Here, the natural beauty of the Abu Dhabi landscape is combined with the warm hospitality of the Jumeirah team, creating an intimate experience in one of the Gulf’s most exclusive, stunning environments. So, if you’re planning a break with a difference here our favourite things to do while relaxing at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa.
Wanderlust
The world’s most incredible hotel swimming pools
Dive into the azure waters of The Terrace, cool off in one of the largest temperature controlled pools in Dubai or relax in the therapeutic floatation pool at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, (said to be as good as eight hours’ sleep.) Whatever your preference, here’s a round-up of the most amazing swimming pools Jumeirah has to offer.
Romance
Wellness holidays: Why you need to visit Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort and Spa
Set deep within the mesmerizing desert landscape of Abu Dhabi, lies Talise Spa, the luxurious wellness retreat at Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa – here we explain why this is the perfect place to escape the city.
Wanderlust
9 Ways For The Best Sleep Ever On Your Next Holiday
The future is shaped by your dreams, so stop wasting time and get to sleep! Here are eight ways to guarantee the best night’s sleep ever on your next holiday. Sweet dreams…