My Top 5 Abu Dhabi Staycations
1. Jumeirah Saadiyat
I love Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort for the family staycations. My friends usually choose this resort for their vacation in Dubai and we are coming there to meet them up. It is only a 1.5-hour drive from Dubai as it sits on the island's prime beach, offering a backdrop of peaceful luxury island life. We enjoyed their comfortable modern and light rooms featuring expansive sea views. I loved the white-sandy beachline and turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. Kids club and splash pad are great for the younger kids.
2. W Abu Dhabi Yas Island
What I loved the most about W Yas Abu Dhabi was the funky, stylish and cool vibes, great quality of F&B, futuristic interiórs of the hotel and views on F1 Track, and great service. And of course, the best part was that we got complimentary access to Seaworld Abu Dhabi and had a great experience with the marine underwater life, watching dolphins, penguins, walruses, sea lions sharks and all kinds of fishes. Kids enjoyed Seaworld Theme Parks with its exciting rollercoasters and cool modern playgrounds.
3. St. Regis Saadiyat
Another stunning resort on Saadiyat that we enjoyed so much during our incentive trip to Abu Dhabi -St. Regis Saadiya. I would recommend it for those who are looking for luxurious accommodation, the highest level of service and the best white sandy beach in UAE- Saadiyat, the so-called Maldives of the UAE because of its turquoise waters. What is unique about that resort - The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi has 5 pools, including a 25-metre indoor lap pool. Its Iridium spa has 12 treatment rooms. Guests can play a game of tennis or browse the boutiques of the shopping area. The Sandcastle Club offers indoor and outdoor activities for children. There are 6 restaurants and bars offering a variety of cuisines including Modern Greek, South East Asian and Mediterranean dishes.
4. Rosewood Abu Dhabi
Connected to Galena Mall, Rosewood Abu Dhabi is a unique luxury hotel delivering great service both for leisure and business travellers. Rosewood Abu Dhabi’s 8 restaurants and lounges offer distinctive dining experiences for guests. Enjoy authentic dining of worldwide cuisines, relish in a cigar or a glass of wine at La Cava, or savour a refreshing drink at Glo or Hidden Bar. During my stay, I enjoyed our comfortable room featuring amenities including an iPad® room navigation system, media centre with 55” flat-screen TV, oversized Villeroy & Boch tub and Pratesi Egyptian cotton linen. The highlight for us was an iconic outdoor swimming pool decorated in a very stylish contemporary design where we had a great time relaxing.
5. Anantara Sir Baniyas
The Anantara Sir Banyas consists of three accommodation options on Sir Bani Yas island- Desert Islands Resort, beach villas at Anantara Al Yamm and Safari-style villas at Anantara Sahel in Savannah. Apart from the luxurious accommodations and amazing restaurants, the resort offered a unique family experience. We took a 4x4 Safari Jeep with a qualified guide to drive around stunning Sir Banyas Island and explore the wildlife. I couldn’t even imagine you could find giraffes, deers, gazelles, Oryx, peacocks and cheetahs walking freely in Savannah. It felt like we were in an African safari..