Zulal Wellness Resort
Al Ruwais, Qatar
Overview
Newly opened in 2021 Zulal Wellness Resort is the Middle East's first dedicated wellness resort, operated by Chiva Som, who have been offering holistic wellness at their world famous resort in Thailand for twenty five years. It has all the expertise and facilities you would imagine to embark on your personalised wellness journey. Zulal is also the world's first centre for Traditional Arabic Integrative Medicine (TAIM).
The resort is separated into two distinct structures with their own facilities. Zulal Serenity is for guests over the age of 16 and is designed for a private and calm atmosphere that allows for a transformational experience.
Zulal Discovery is for families where tailor-made programmes and dedicated facilities encourage parents
and children of all ages to rest their lifestyle to achieve more health and wellbeing for the whole family.
When to go
What we love
- That finally there is a dedicated wellness resort available for families to enjoy a healthy holiday together (Zulal Discovery)
- That there is a separate adults only section to the resort to allow for a peaceful environment throughout the experience
- The themed gardens that are named and designed to achieve Nourishment, Understanding, Wellbeing, Essence and Contemplation
Who should go
- Serious wellness travellers that are keen to try out the latest luxury dedicated wellness resort
- Those who want to seriously address movement and structural issues - the Chiva Som team is known for their physiotherapy expertise
- Families that want to try a new type of holiday and learn that wellness and enjoying healthy activities together can be fun
Offers
- Book a Signature Retreat and get one complimentary treatment. Valid for stays until 30 September 22 if booked by 03 May 22. Please contact us for details
Wellness
The Zulal Wellness philosophy is based on six pillars of health - fitness, spa, holistic health, physiotherapy, aesthetic beauty and nutrition. This philosophy is reflected in every aspect of the retreat and supported by the environment, services and expertise of the staff. The facilities are extensive and includes relaxation areas, a dedicated fitness pavillion, Thermal Facilities and an aesthetic centreThermal facilities feature an hammam, salt cave, arctic room, saunas, stream rooms, experience showers, indoor plunge pool, mineral baths, relaxation lounges. All these facilities are separate for male and female guests. There is also one outdoor pool with a relaxation lounge.
The Fitness Pavilion features an assessment rooms, watsu pool, group movement studio, private training studio, cardio resistance & strength training room, group and private mind and body studio, group and private Pilates studio.
The Aesthetic centre features medical consultation rooms, 3 treatment rooms, skin analysis room, nurse room and first aid station.
- Acupuncture
- Aromatherapy
- Herbal Compress and Massage (Tadleek)
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Reiki
- Specialist Facials
- Releasing Tension Therapy
- Body Cleanse Ritual
Activities
- Open Air Cinema at the beach
- Discover the Tea House with its 120 blends of organic, herbal teas
- Beach walks and jogging
- Visit Doha for museums and shopping
Typical Group Classes
- Nature Walks
- Tai Chi
- Meditation
- Pilates
- Yoga (including beach yoga)
- Aerobics
- Zumba
- Stretching
- Aqua Boxing
- Interval Training (Tabata)
- Roll and Release
Rooms
- Serenity which is dedicated to adults (with 60 rooms)
- Discovery which is for families and kids(120 rooms).
All 60 rooms and suites located in Serenity wing are spacious and modern and offer you 'home away from home' feeling. The room design is contemporary reflecting the local tradition and influences.
Please note that mobile phones, cameras and other electronic devices are not allowed in public areas.
They have a king size beds and offer views of the lagoon.
These rooms also feature a plunge pool and private terrace.
They feature a king size bed, sofa, dressing area, walk in wardrobe and plunge pool on the private terrace.
Junior suites are ideal for a couple.
Bedroom has a king size bed and offers views of the lagoon.
Room also feature a plunge pool and private terrace.
What’s on the menu
Eating well is an integral part of Zulal's philosophy. All meals are well balanced and will help you to shape healthy eating habits and reinforce a positive life change. Zulal Resort only uses fresh local produce grown at local farms close to the resort. Expect a unique health and wellness touch with broad variety of dishes and beverages made with organic ingredients. You can choose to eat in several restaurants and cafes. The restaurants are divided between the adults only block Serenity or the families block Discovery.
Please note that alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited.
Location
Nearest airport
The nearest airport is Doha which is 120 km away and the transfer takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.There are frequent direct flights from the UK to Doha provided by Qatar Airways or British Airways. Flight time is approximately 7 hours.
Families, Children & Infants
Resort does welcome kids and families. Families are separated from single visitors to ensure everyone's comfort. Family side of the resort consists of 120 rooms and suites. Families can enjoy a dedicated wellness programme Discovery which is suitable for all ages.
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