• Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    Middle Eastern and International

About Al Waha

Named for the Arabic word for oasis, Al Waha serves the resort's semi a la carte breakfast, drawing together global flavours with desert views through the windows. The menu runs from an egg selection to healthy smoothies and vegan options.

Part of the dining roster at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, this middle eastern and international restaurant.

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The resort

The Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara experience

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara rises from flame-coloured dunes on the edge of the Rub' al Khali, the Empty Quarter, on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. The resort is built as a fortified palace and holds 140 rooms, 14 suites and 53 pool villas, including Royal Pavilion villas set half a kilometre out into the…

How to reach

Getting there

Transfer to Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara from Velana International Airport (MLE) is coordinated by the resort and confirmed at booking.

Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.

Frequently asked

Questions about Al Waha

  • What cuisine does Al Waha serve?
    Al Waha at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara serves Middle Eastern and International. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.
  • Is Al Waha included in resort meal plans?
    Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Al Waha sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.
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Reserve at Al Waha

Specialty restaurants at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.