Aldhafra Desert Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG | Hotel in Madīnat Zāyid

| 9.0 (483 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  12 Bathrooms  48 Guests
Madinat Zayed Hotel | Aldhafra Desert Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG

Hotel in Madinat Zayed, Madīnat Zāyid

Panoramic views of the Rub al Khali Desert can be admired from this 5-star resort’s infinity pool and sun-lounger terrace. Aldhafra Resort offers spacious, well-appointed rooms featuring an Arabian-style décor. All of Aldhafra Resort’s air-conditioned rooms provide views of the garden, pool, or desert. Some rooms are equipped with furnished balconies. Toiletries are available in each bathroom, and rooms include a satellite TV. Local and international cuisine is served at the 2 on-site restaurants. Guests can enjoy a casual atmosphere and garden views at Al Liwan, or watch the chefs prepare their meal in Al Badiya’s open kitchen. Layali provides guests an intimate atmosphere with beverages. Guests can enjoy two complimentary activities with their stay, such as camel rides, sand artistry, Gahwa tasting, and wellness sessions. Additionally, example stargazing and movie nights under the open sky are available as well. Aldhafra 24-hour reception can organize safari tours to Moreeb Dunes, which has some of the highest dunes in the Middle East. For guests wishing to travel independently, car rental can be arranged. Aldhafra Resort is 12 mi from Madinat Zayed. Meeting facilities are available upon request. Our gym opens on 15th March, the kids club in October 2025, and the spa in December 2025, unveiling desert-inspired serenity. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to welcoming you!

Aldhafra Desert Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG is located in Madīnat Zāyid.

This 96 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Entertainment, Kitchen, Fireplace/Heating, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 483 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Madīnat Zāyid and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Fruit
  • Bar
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking garage
  • Parking on site
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
Activities
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Locker rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Darts
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Fitness
  • Foot massage
  • Pool table
  • Bowling
  • Archery
  • Evening entertainment
  • Steam room
  • Full-body massage
  • Entertainment staff
  • Neck massage
  • Happy hour
  • Massage
  • Ping-pong
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Playground
  • Movie nights
Entertainment
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Baby safety gates
General
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Elevator
  • Convenience store on site
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
  • Hypoallergenic room available
Guest Services
  • Ironing service
  • Business center
  • Baggage storage
  • Pet basket
  • Dry cleaning
  • Valet parking
  • Packed lunches
  • Private check-in/out
  • Shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Pet bowls
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
  • Suit press
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Pool bar
  • Fenced pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool with view
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Please note that children below 6 years can dine for free when their booking includes meal packages. children from 6 to 12 years will be charged extra with a 50% discount on meals upon consumption, as per the uae government regulations, all adult guests registered in the room at the time of check-in must present either their original passport with a visa with the latest entry stamp or a valid uae emirates id. the property reserves the right to refuse the room to guests without proper identification, special meal rates apply for guests who make bookings in advance. otherwise, the best available rates will apply, please contact the property in advance of your stay if you plan to bring a pet, and to check the availability of pet-friendly rooms, the gala dinner for 31 december 2025 is included in the price, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.97
Location:
8.39
Staff:
8.75
Facilities:
8.3
Comfort:
8.58
Cleanliness:
8.52
Shawn
Feb 16, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Arab Emirates
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Dog friendly
Negative: Dog friendly
Summary: This place is dog friendly and the staff allowed our small dog Teddy everywhere, even close to the pool.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Deluxe King Room with Desert View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Room amenities

Pajamas
Deluxe King Room with Resort Access
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view

Room amenities

Pajamas
Deluxe King Room with Resort view
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

Garden view, View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view

Room amenities

Pajamas
One-Bedroom Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 65 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

Garden view, View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Room amenities

Pajamas, Sofa bed
Deluxe Twin Room with Resort Access
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 32 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Room amenities

Pajamas
Deluxe Twin Room with Desert View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 32 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Room amenities

Pajamas
Two-Bedroom Shamal Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 85 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Kitchenette, Microwave, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Room amenities

Pajamas, Sofa bed

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Liwa Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 152 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Kitchenette, Microwave, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Room amenities

Pajamas, Sofa bed
Deluxe Twin Room with Resort View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 32 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view

Room amenities

Pajamas
Deluxe King Room with View - Accessible
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

Garden view, View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view

Room amenities

Pajamas
Deluxe Twin Room with View - Accessible
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 32 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

Garden view, View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view

Room amenities

Pajamas
Deluxe Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Wine/Champagne, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar

Bathroom

Body soap, Conditioner, Bidet, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Towels, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toothbrush, Shower, Bathtub, Slippers, Shampoo, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet

General

Ironing facilities, Key access, Air conditioning, Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Carpeted, Lockers, Safe, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Iron, Soundproof

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Satellite channels, TV, Cable channels

Living Area

Desk, Dining area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Walk-in closet

View

View

Kitchen

Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Dining table

Room amenities

Pajamas
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