Tilal Liwa Hotel, a secluded hideaway leisure resort perched on the edge of Rub Al Khalil Desert in Abu Dhabi's Empty Quarter, has won the ‘Best Desert Resort’ award in the recently concluded Arabian Travel Awards.

Organised by Durga Das Publications, the first Arabian Travel Awards recognised and honoured the best in the travel, tourism and hospitality industries in the Middle East.

Khaled Sharabassy, general manager, Tilal Liwa Hotel, said: "We are extremely pleased to receive the award for the Best Desert Resort category. I am so proud of this achievement because it truly describes Tilal Liwa Hotel. Our location makes us a unique destination, a secluded hideaway where families as well as individual travellers can experience pure relaxation and rejuvenation. I would like to share this award with my team who continuously strive to give our guests ultimate satisfaction during their stay. Our goal is to ensure superior tourism experience to travellers and this award recognised our effort.”

Tilal Liwa Hotel is a sand-coloured, authentic ‘Oasis of Hospitality’ built in the traditional Arabian style of architecture with lush date trees, and featuring elegantly appointed rooms and suites overlooking to the undulating sand dunes of Rub Al Khali desert. It has an outdoor pool, luxury amenities and offers opportunities to enjoy dune bashing, camel riding, quad biking and other exciting activities. Its restaurants are a food lover’s delight and offer a scrumptious range of mouthwatering dishes that will see you come back for more. – TradeArabia News Service