Abu Dhabi Holidays
Pure Arabian elegance
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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is a Renaissance-designed beach resort that offers supreme comfort and luxury accommodations.
5 nights Half Board including British Airways flights from £1,168 per person
Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
Palatial luxury awaits at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island: the first and only Ultra All Inclusive resort in Abu Dhabi, boasting beachfront bliss and an onsite waterpark.
5 nights Ultra All Inclusive including Etihad Airways flights from £1,193 per person
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
Rising from the heart of Abu Dhabi and treating its guests to the ultimate in hospitality and comfort, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi epitomises timeless Arabian luxury.
5 nights Half Board including British Airways flights from £928 per person
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
Beachfront bliss awaits at this luxury escape located on a 9km stretch of powdery white sands featuring 7 restaurants and a comprehensive kids club.
5 nights Half Board Dine Around including British Airways flights from £947 per person
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
- 10% saving
5 nights Bed and Breakfast including British Airways flights from £1,037 per person
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
Visit Fairmont Bab Al Bahr and enjoy luxury travel at its best. This 5 star hotel has excellent facilities including two private beaches.
5 nights Bed and Breakfast including British Airways flights from £803 per person
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
With a stunning sand-powdered beach, warm attentive service and a host of deluxe amenities, the five-star Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is the last word in Arabian luxury.
5 nights Half Board including British Airways flights from £1,404 per person
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
- 20% saving
5 nights Bed and Breakfast including British Airways flights from £794 per person
Club Privé by Rixos Saadiyat Island
- 20% saving
5 nights Ultra All Inclusive including British Airways flights from £4,872 per person
W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island
From the high-octane spectacle of the racetrack weaving through the hotel grounds, to the laid-back R&R of the sublime spa, holidays can speed up & slow down here.
5 nights Half Board including Etihad Airways flights from £1,224 per person
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
This brand-new Saadiyat Island resort brings luxury to the highest level, with a 9-kilometre beachfront, onsite spa and more.
5 nights Bed and Breakfast including Etihad Airways flights from £1,055 per person
Abu Dhabi holidays
A holiday in Abu Dhabi won’t fail to impress both the ready historian and the jet-setting traveller alike. With a strong juxtaposition of old-world history and new-world architecture, you’ll see historic sites intermixed with twenty-first century ingenuity. The capital of the UAE, this city contains a vibrant and contrasting array of souks and modern malls typical of the region that stand proudly next to sleek skyscrapers and glass mega malls. Get lost in nature here, too, where soft, sandy, beaches beckon - especially those on Saadiyat Island, which you'll find are frequented by wild dolphins and sea turtles.
Luxury holidays in Abu Dhabi
An Abu Dhabi holiday means unrivalled levels of hospitality from the auspices of grand, modern resorts. With an array of fine dining options, ultra-trendy bars and lounges, and luxury spas, you’ll get a true sense of exclusivity and indulgence. Stroll along the picturesque Corniche thoroughfare at sunset for a spectacular vista of Abu Dhabi’s rugged skyline as it reflects a deep red glow out into the crystalline Gulf.
10 great reasons to holiday in Abu Dhabi
- Extensive collection of world class bars and restaurants
- Seeking adventure? Go on a desert safari or drive around the F1 Yas Marina circuit
- Explore Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - one of the largest in the world
- Family fun at Yas Island’s theme parks including Yas Waterworld, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi & Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi
- The Corniche waterfront, featuring sandy beaches, go-carting and stage shows
- Excellent championship golf courses easily accessible from anywhere in Abu Dhabi
- Only a 7 hour flight from the UK
- Great museums and galleries including the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
- Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential palace in Abu Dhabi
- Abu Dhabi offers a choice of powdery white-sand beaches to enjoy
Things to do in Abu Dhabi
Start with the dazzling Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, then choose from a host of exciting Abu Dhabi sights and activities ranging from the high-adrenaline Ferrari World & Warner Bros Abu Dhabi Theme Park to the world-famous Yas Waterworld. For culture, feast your eyes on the gold-sprinkled Emirates Palace, a covert world wonder, then amble down the promenades to discover a swathe of sights that include local souks (make sure to try the date fruits) and avant-garde shopping malls. Abu Dhabi is also home to its own Louvre museum located on Saadiyat Island, making it a must for art lovers. After soaking up the city, catch your breath by heading to one of Abu Dhabi’s numerous beach clubs. Or go the extra mile on a desert safari – these guided dune-bashing tours are not to be missed.
Island resorts in Abu Dhabi
From Saadiyat (“Happiness”) Island’s powdery beach escapes, to Yas Island’s action packed F1 Grand Prix with W Abu Dhabi taking centre stage, Abu Dhabi is sprinkled with unique islands that feature a luxury resort that’s perfect for you. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city on Zaya Nurai Island or spot rare animals from Desert Island Resort & Spa by Anantara on the wild and wonderful Sir Bani Yas Island.
Interesting facts about Abu Dhabi
- Area – 67.34 sq. kilometres
- Population – 896,751
- Currency – Arab Emirate Dirham (AED)
Weather in Abu Dhabi
The weather in Abu Dhabi is hot and dry with frequent clear azure skies all year round. The hottest season occurs from June to September and averages 35 degrees celsius. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi is the ideal destination for a winter warmer, with temperatures hitting highs of 25 degrees celsius even in January. Take full advantage of Abu Dhabi's beautiful beaches and cool off in the ocean regardless of the season. During summer, you'll find all the hotels and major attractions are fully air conditioned for your comfort.
Abu Dhabi holidays 2024 / 2025
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Top Picks
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
With a stunning sand-powdered beach, warm attentive service and a host of deluxe amenities, the five-star Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is the last word in Arabian luxury.
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
This brand-new Saadiyat Island resort brings luxury to the highest level, with a 9-kilometre beachfront, onsite spa and more.
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is a Renaissance-designed beach resort that offers supreme comfort and luxury accommodations.
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Louvre Abu Dhabi
Situated on Abu Dhabi's breathtaking Saadiyat Island, The Louvre Abu Dhabi is an unmissable cultural gem and the largest art museum in the Arabian Peninsula. Not only does this attraction showcase the diverse heritage of Abu Dhabi, but it also displays creative works from around the wider world, focusing especialy on bridging the gap between Eastern and Western art.
With fascinating talks, expert-led tours, varied exhibitions, and activities for all ages, The Louvre Abu Dhabi finds myriad methods for engaging visitors and bringing its treasures to life. As well as this, there are plenty of opportunities to simply stop and admire the awe-inspiring architecture of the museum itself.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque invites visitors from around the world and of all different faiths and backgrounds to enjoy the space and gain a deeper understanding of local beliefs. This is one of the world’s biggest mosques and an emblematic landmark in Abu Dhabi. Mammoth in size (around the size of four football pitches) the mosque can fit around 40,000 visitors and worshippers.
Although the impressive features don’t stop at its size - the architecture and decorations are stunning. From reflective pools and chandeliers dripping with Swarovski crystals to the 82 white marble domes and gleaming courtyards, this is a truly beautiful place to experience.
Yas Island Abu Dhabi
Welcome to Yas Island - a full-blown family-friendly entertainment hub just half an hour's drive from the city. Alongside several luxurious hotels, you'll find a beach, a golf course, a mall, an F1™ race track and a choice of record-breaking theme parks. It's no wonder that this is Abu Dhabi's premier destination for fun and leisure.
Among the theme parks on offer here, you'll find Ferrari World, home to the world’s fastest roller coaster. There is also Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, which is the world's largest indoor theme park, and Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, where you'll find the world's first and largest hydromagnetic-powered tornado waterslide.
