Meliá Desert Palm, a tranquil wellness retreat set within a 64-hectare private polo estate, has introduced its latest hospitality experience: six exclusive one-bedroom Al Waha Villas. Each villa has been thoughtfully designed to embody mindfulness, relaxation, and personalised luxury.
Located just twenty minutes from Downtown Dubai, Meliá Desert Palm offers an escape where time slows and the senses find ease. The resort draws inspiration from its polo heritage, merging understated Arabian grace with subtle Spanish influences to create an atmosphere that feels both grounded and elegantly understated.
Taking its name from the Arabic word “Waha” meaning oasis, each 189 sqm villa serves as a haven of calm and introspection. The spacious layout includes a refined one-bedroom suite, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, and a serene living area leading to a private courtyard. At its heart lies a generous pool—an intimate refuge for rest, quiet connection, and personal renewal.
Across the villas, soft botanical fragrances, luxe fabrics, natural textures, and finely curated details evoke a deep sense of ease. Every element has been selected with intention—to soothe the senses, encourage presence, and create a feeling of effortless comfort.
Guests of the Al Waha Villas enjoy a range of complimentary wellness experiences included in their stay. Among them is the nourishing Superfood Afternoon Tea, thoughtfully crafted with seasonal, nutrient-rich ingredients and served in the privacy of the villa.
As the evening unfolds, guests are invited to experience The Sleeping Ritual, a restorative nighttime journey designed to calm the mind and prepare the body for deep rest. The ritual includes a bespoke sleep kit with a weighted blanket, personalized pillow menu, ambient soundscape, guided meditation, and sensory touches such as lavender pillow mist and soothing Arabic poetry. The ceremony concludes with a warm cup of moon milk offered during turndown service.
Complementing the sleep ritual is The Ritual of the Water, a private bathing experience inspired by ancient purification traditions. Guests may choose from three journeys:
- Arabian Detox – Dead Sea salt and eucalyptus to cleanse and ground
- Moonlit Serenity – chamomile to quiet and soothe
- Floral Bliss – hibiscus, almond oil, and Damask rose to uplift and soften
Each bath ritual invites stillness, presence, and gentle replenishment.
Every stay also includes a bespoke wellness session—from guided meditation to sound healing—tailored to individual needs and held either at sunrise or during the peaceful glow of dusk.
Additional curated touches enrich the guest experience, including aromatherapy kits, yoga mats, mindfulness tools, wellness-inspired mini-bar selections, custom lighting and sound settings, and personal welcome rituals.
The launch of the one-bedroom Al Waha Villas expands upon the resort’s original three-bedroom villa offering, deepening its dedication to holistic wellbeing. Designed for those seeking space, presence, and quiet reconnection, this intimate new enclave offers a serene retreat from the world outside.
Meliá Desert Palm, a tranquil wellness retreat set within a 64-hectare private polo estate, has introduced its latest hospitality experience: six exclusive one-bedroom Al Waha Villas. Each villa has been thoughtfully designed to embody mindfulness, relaxation, and personalised luxury.
Located just twenty minutes from Downtown Dubai, Meliá Desert Palm offers an escape where time slows and the senses find ease. The resort draws inspiration from its polo heritage, merging understated Arabian grace with subtle Spanish influences to create an atmosphere that feels both grounded and elegantly understated.
Taking its name from the Arabic word “Waha” meaning oasis, each 189 sqm villa serves as a haven of calm and introspection. The spacious layout includes a refined one-bedroom suite, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, and a serene living area leading to a private courtyard. At its heart lies a generous pool—an intimate refuge for rest, quiet connection, and personal renewal.
Across the villas, soft botanical fragrances, luxe fabrics, natural textures, and finely curated details evoke a deep sense of ease. Every element has been selected with intention—to soothe the senses, encourage presence, and create a feeling of effortless comfort.
Guests of the Al Waha Villas enjoy a range of complimentary wellness experiences included in their stay. Among them is the nourishing Superfood Afternoon Tea, thoughtfully crafted with seasonal, nutrient-rich ingredients and served in the privacy of the villa.
As the evening unfolds, guests are invited to experience The Sleeping Ritual, a restorative nighttime journey designed to calm the mind and prepare the body for deep rest. The ritual includes a bespoke sleep kit with a weighted blanket, personalized pillow menu, ambient soundscape, guided meditation, and sensory touches such as lavender pillow mist and soothing Arabic poetry. The ceremony concludes with a warm cup of moon milk offered during turndown service.
Complementing the sleep ritual is The Ritual of the Water, a private bathing experience inspired by ancient purification traditions. Guests may choose from three journeys:
- Arabian Detox – Dead Sea salt and eucalyptus to cleanse and ground
- Moonlit Serenity – chamomile to quiet and soothe
- Floral Bliss – hibiscus, almond oil, and Damask rose to uplift and soften
Each bath ritual invites stillness, presence, and gentle replenishment.
Every stay also includes a bespoke wellness session—from guided meditation to sound healing—tailored to individual needs and held either at sunrise or during the peaceful glow of dusk.
Additional curated touches enrich the guest experience, including aromatherapy kits, yoga mats, mindfulness tools, wellness-inspired mini-bar selections, custom lighting and sound settings, and personal welcome rituals.
The launch of the one-bedroom Al Waha Villas expands upon the resort’s original three-bedroom villa offering, deepening its dedication to holistic wellbeing. Designed for those seeking space, presence, and quiet reconnection, this intimate new enclave offers a serene retreat from the world outside.
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