What is the best beach in Abu Dhabi? Ask around. You'll receive different answers depending on whom you ask.
That said, if you ask them what they think of Kai Beach in Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi, everyone will likely agree it's excellent. If you press them, they’re likely to say it is, indeed, one of the best beaches in Abu Dhabi — and that's saying a lot, considering how many lovely beaches Abu Dhabi has.
Speaking of the best Abu Dhabi beaches, you should visit Saadiyat Island. Not only does it have some of the best beaches in the emirate (e.g., Kai Beach, Saadiyat Beach Club and Nurai Island) but it also has stand-out beach resorts.
If you love the beach, leisure and luxury, stay at these hotels when you visit Abu Dhabi.
Zaya Nurai Island Hotel is not on Saadiyat Island per se. It's on Nurai Island. It is, however, part of the Saadiyat Island hotels and properties. Nurai Island guests get to Nurai Island by taking a 15-minute speed boat ride from Saadiyat Island.
Nurai Island is like the Maldives of the UAE. Think azure blue waters, calm seas, beach villas, plunge pools, delectable food, delightful drinks, and some of the best sunsets you'll ever see — you'll find them all here.
The Zaya Nurai Island Hotel offers a range of beach villas and houses. The beach villas unfurl onto pristine white sands and offer enviable views of the captivating turquoise waters. Options include:
Nurai Island offers something for every guest.
If you want relaxation and leisure, sip on drinks as you lounge by the sea or the pool, soak in your bathtub or lie down on a hammock. You can watch the sun paint the sky with different hues of orange and red as it sets. If you want something more active, do yoga, swim, snorkel, fish, wake surf, or jet ski.
For the ultimate relaxation, visit the Nurai Spa and get a massage as you stare at the seemingly endless blue of the sea.
The gastronomic delights on Nurai Island are no less compelling. Your dining options include:
The resort island also has a water park for children, promising endless fun with slides, splash pools, and a dedicated snack corner serving cold and sweet treats.
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort offers a blend of pristine beach views, the blue of the Arabian Gulf, and proximity to Saadiyat's vibrant cultural district. This 5-star resort combines the serenity of its location with the cultural richness of Abu Dhabi.
Rooms at the St. Regis offer resort or sea views. Each room features Mediterranean-influenced architecture, Calcutta marble floors and modern furnishings, including a 42-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod/iPhone docking station.
Your choice of accommodation ranges from superior garden view rooms to grand royal suites, each equipped with a private balcony and the signature St. Regis butler service.
The St. Regis butler service is a hallmark of all St. Regis properties globally. It includes beverage service upon arrival, assistance with packing and unpacking, garment pressing, and access to the eButler for any requests, ensuring that the guests' unique preferences are promptly and satisfactorily addressed.
The resort has food and beverage outlets onsite. They are the following:
You should also definitely enjoy the following experiences:
Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is an all-inclusive luxury resort with a lush, manicured garden, a massive outdoor swimming pool, a wave pool, mesmerising sea views, and a lovely stretch of white-sand beach. It's also about 15 minutes away from Louvre Abu Dhabi.
The resort fuses a distinct Mediterranean aesthetic with traditional Arab design.
The hotel offers rooms, suites and villas. Each one has been meticulously designed to provide guests with a luxurious and comfortable stay. Club Villa and Villa Privé are pool villas and are the best accommodation options.
The resort has five dining outlets, and they are:
Guests can enjoy drinks at the Highlight swim-up pool bar, soft drinks at the Aqua Bar by the wave pool area and healthier options at the Vitamin Bar.
Rixos Premium offers live performances by bands and disk jockeys, a Rixy Kids Club for children and various activities, such as personal training, water sports and tennis coaching. Anjana Spa offers Turkish and Moroccan spa services with a snow room, Turkish Hammam and a jacuzzi.
Abu Dhabi's luxury resorts, from the pristine private paradise of Nurai Island to the refined sophistication of St. Regis Saadiyat Island and the bespoke luxury of Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, offer unparalleled experiences. These resorts epitomize luxury, where every detail, from the curated gastronomic experiences to the custom-made furniture, has been meticulously curated to ensure an unforgettable stay.
Image: Sunset by the pool, St. Regis Hotel, Abu Dhabi
