An oasis of hospitality..

Majestically situated on the rise that overlooks the Rub Al Khali Desert, surrounded by some of the highest sand dunes in the world and overlooking a verdant oasis, the imposing Liwa Hotel graciously beckons. The Liwa Hotel is a family resort hotel located on the edge of the Rub al Khali desert (also known as the Empty Quarter) 236 kilometres from Abu Dhabi. It was originally constructed as a Palace for a local Sheikh and was then converted into a hotel. It occupies an isolated position on top of a hill with views over the desert and also towards a neighbouring hill on which the sheikh’s new palace has been built. The hotel provides Standard Twin or Double Rooms and also Junior and Executive Suites.

There are also three separate Villas located to one side of the hotel with each one having its own private swimming pool. For dining there are five restaurants and bars which all serve dishes from the same International menu. The leisure and sports facilities include a family swimming pool with swim up bar, a children’s pool, children’s playground and four floodlit tennis courts together with a volleyball court. There is also a dedicated health and fitness centre with a gym, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. The hotel gardens also have arabian fantasy tents and an area for barbecues. The hotel is primarily a leisure resort and there are no business facilities, there is however one function room which can be used for meetings and banquets. Despite its isolated position the Liwa Hotel is an ideal base for exploring the area and half or full day desert safaris are highly recommended.

The Liwa Hotel sits in isolation on top of a hill in the Rub al Khali desert. It is a modern hotel built in the shape of a crescent with accommodation arranged over two floors. There are also three separate villa’s situated to one side of the hotel. The large open plan lobby extends from the entrance to the rear of the hotel where you will find the main restaurant and café. From here you can exit the hotel and walk through the terrace to the swimming pool. Beyond the pool are gardens containing the children’s playground and arabian fantasy tents together with the tennis and volleyball courts. To the left of the swimming pool is the fitness and health centre which contains the gym, sauna and steam room. The Al Misyal bar is located on the first floor at the far right hand side of the building.

Room and Accommodation

The Liwa Hotel has four types of accommodation. These comprise Standard Twin/Double Rooms, Junior and Executive Suites and separateThree Bedroom Villa’s. The Twin/Double Rooms have either a terrace or balcony and the Suites are all on the first floor with a balcony. The Suites also have a satellite TV in each room and all rooms have views of the desert. The Villa’s are separate from the hotel and have a greater level of privacy and each has its own private swimming pool. All rooms also benefit from having bathrobes and slippers and a large complimentary fruit basket on arrival.

Guest Rooms

Guest rooms, including single and double adjoining rooms, executive and presidential suites, all with controlled air conditioning, satellite TV, mini-fridges, direct-dial telephones and balconies.

Villas

For and added touch of space and privacy, our luxury villas are a popular choice, these fully furnished, self contained 3 bedroom residential quarters are magnificiently decorated and are equipped with a fully functional kitchen.

every villas offers a striking view of the giant sand dunes from the spacious veranda, directly overlooking a private swimming pool.

Dining

The Liwa Hotel offers guests a choice of five dining areas. The main restaurant is Mezoon which is located at the rear of the lobby on the left hand side and serves food from a large international menu. Directly opposite is Al Rawaq coffee shop which is also where breakfast is served. Outside the hotel is the Terrace which is an informal dining area and offers meals from the main menu. Next to the swimming pool is Nakheel which has a swim up bar and serves snacks and light meals. Back in the hotel on the first floor is Al Misyal Bar which also serves food from the main menu.

• Al Rawaq Coffee Shop Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner from an extensive a la carte menu
• Al Mezoon Restaurant Overlooking the breathtaking gardens and massive sand dunes, with a menu featuring international and local cuisine.
• Ala Terrace A casual outdoor restaurant serving a la carte
• Al Nakheel Pool Bar An outdoor swim-up bar
• Al Misyal Bar Contemporary entertainment lounge and full range of beverages.

Facilities and Services

The Lobby is a large open space with mirrored pillars and numerous armchairs and coffee tables. There is also an area with low arabic seats and cushions. On entry to the hotel the reception desk is on the left hand side and to the right is a small gift shop and the lifts are located on either side of the lobby. Beyond the reception area is the Mezoon Restaurant on the left and the Al Rawaq coffee shop on the right. These both overlook the Terrace which is a casual outdoor restaurant and dining area.

Leisure Facilities

Our Recreation club offers the choice of four tennis courts, volleyball court, health club, an exterior mini pool and a large swimming pool with swim-up-bar. A sauna, jacuzzi and a steam room complete the realxation package.

Arabian Fantasy Tents

Located in the hotel's breathtaking garden, the traditional setting of the Arabian Fantasy Tents offers authentic Arabian cuisine in luxury tents.

Conference and Banqueting

The elaborate Grand Ballroom, with a capacity to host 150 guest, can be converted into two rooms, suitable for smaller conferences or parties. All facilites are equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment. The Liwa Hotel has one function room located on the first floor available for conferences and banquets which can accommodate up to 150 persons and comes equipped with audio visual facilities including a sound system and projectors. It can be divided in to 2 separate rooms if required without reducing the capacity and it also has a large balcony which overlooks the swimming pool.

Location

The road to the hotel journey's through some of the most spectacular and constantly shifting sand scupltures in the region, quiant Arabian villages and a vast landscape sprinkled with authentic heritage farms. Just a 230-kilometers drive from the UAE's capital of Abu Dhabi, and 360 km. from Dubai, takes you to the shifting sands of the Liwa dunes and the mystery of the desert.

The Liwa Hotel is located Approximately 200 Kilometres inland from Abu Dhabi International airport and the journey takes about 2 hours by car. Situated on top of a hill it overlooks the Rub al Khali desert (also known as the Empty Quarter).The nearest large town is Madinat Zayed which is 65 kilometres away however the small town of Mezaira’a is 6 kilometres away and has shops which provide basic amenities. Although the hotel is isolated it is in an ideal base for guests who want to explore this part of the Arabian Desert and half or full day desert safaris are highly recommended. Please also note there is only one petrol station in the area located on the main road in Mezaira’a.