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Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG

5.0 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance between relaxation and excitement at this vibrant desert retreat, where nightlife and poolside lounging create memorable stays

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Tilal Liwa Hotel combines leisure and entertainment with its inviting outdoor pool and entertaining arcade/game room. The property rounds out the experience with a well-regarded restaurant, lively nightclub, and convenient gift shop for essentials or souvenirs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Desert View)

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  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (Desert View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds (Desert View)

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Liwa) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Liwa)

  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Resort Access

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Resort Access | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Resort Access

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Shamal) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Shamal)

  • 152 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Resort View

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Resort View

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Resort View

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Madinat Zayed, Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG is in the historical district. Mezair'ah Fort and Fort Liwa are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rub' al Khali. Madinat Zayed City Mall is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Madinat Zayed travel guide
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Al Gharbiya, Madinat Zayed, Abu Dhabi

What's nearby

  • Madinat Zayed City Mall
    23 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Mezair'ah Fort
    52 min drive - 49.3 miles

Getting around

  • Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)
    109 min drive

Restaurants

  • Al Liwan Pool Bar
    2 min walk
  • Layali Bar
    1 min walk
  • Al Badiya Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • Khire Refreshments
    2 min walk

About this property

Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG

Property remodeled in 2025 and located near Rub' al Khali
Consider a stay at Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like archery. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and car rentals on site.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free valet parking
  • An area shuttle, a 24-hour front desk, and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free premises, local meal delivery service, and a telescope
Room features
All 105 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Children's slippers and free infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bidets, shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, dishwashers, and toaster ovens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 182 km
  • Free covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Telescope
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - February 2025
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AED 70 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of AED 350
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 200.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AED 70 per pet, per day plus AED 350 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 200.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number CN-2241170

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Tilal Liwa Hotel
Aldhafra Resort Vignette Collection by IHG
Aldhafra Resort Vignette Collection an IHG Hotel
Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG Property
Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG Madinat Zayed
Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of AED 70 per pet, per day. A cleaning fee of AED 350 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG located?

Situated in the historical district, this property is steps from Rub' al Khali and 12 mi (19.4 km) from Madinat Zayed City Mall.

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Reviews

Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie Francoise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very friendly staff and confortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel with great staff!

Fantastic service by all the staff. Great rooms, lovely quiet pool area. Very tranquil in the middle of the desert!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jumpei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ilkka

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025