If 2026 is whispering “slow down” a little louder than usual, consider this your sign to listen. Tucked into the golden stillness of Abu Dhabi’s Empty Quarter, Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG is inviting travellers to kick off the year not with noise or rush — but with silence, stars, and space to breathe.
Think endless dunes that glow at sunset, skies so clear they practically flirt with you at night, and days that unfold at their own gentle rhythm. This is desert living, but make it restorative.
UAE & GCC Residents, This One’s for You
Starting the year on a calm note just got easier (and better value). Aldhafra Resort has rolled out exclusive UAE & GCC resident offers that make a desert escape feel effortlessly indulgent.
Here’s the glow-up:
- 30% off your stay (yes, really)
- Complimentary room upgrade (subject to availability — fingers crossed)
- AED 150 dining credit to enjoy at Al Badiya or sip something slow at Layali Bar
No overthinking, no surprise costs — just pack your bags and let the desert do the rest.
Choose Your Flow: Half Board or Full Board
Half Board: Freedom with Comfort
Perfect for explorers who like their days wide open and evenings well-fed. Enjoy daily breakfast and dinner at Al Badiya, where Arabic and international flavours set the mood for relaxed mornings and cosy desert nights. Spend the day dune-watching, pool-floating, or doing absolutely nothing — then regroup at sunset for dinner. Balance, nailed.
Full Board: Total Switch-Off Mode
If your 2026 intention is “I don’t want to decide anything”, this one’s for you. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all taken care of, served daily at Al Badiya in a serene, garden-facing setting. It’s a full immersion into calm — no schedules, no stress, just flow.
Desert Days, Starry Nights & Everything In Between
Every stay comes with complimentary access to a curated programme of desert and creative experiences — because the Empty Quarter isn’t just something you look at, it’s something you do.
Expect:
- Camel treks across rolling dunes
- Traditional falconry displays
- Hands-on crafts like henna art, pottery, and sand-bottle making
- Guided stargazing sessions under famously clear desert skies
Two experiences daily, all included, all designed to make time feel beautifully irrelevant.
When You’re Not Exploring… You’re Unwinding
Between adventures, the resort invites you to slow things down even further. Lounge by the infinity pool overlooking the dunes, sink into the shisha lounge, stay active at the fully equipped fitness centre, or challenge your travel partner to a casual outdoor game (winner gets the last dessert).
Every corner of the resort feels intentionally calm — modern design softened with subtle Arabian touches, all working together to help you exhale.
A Desert Reset, Done Right
Set against the vast beauty of the Empty Quarter, Aldhafra Resort offers something rare: a stay that feels quietly transformative without trying too hard. It’s not about ticking boxes — it’s about slowing down, reconnecting, and letting nature set the pace.
So if your idea of a perfect start to 2026 includes renewal, adventure, or simply a little more silence than usual… the desert is ready when you are.
Contact & Location
Phone: +971 56 219 0926
