Set on a 9km stretch of stunning white sandy beach, this Arabian design hotel is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the views of the Arabian Gulf— keep your eyes peeled and you may even spot dolphins! Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas is the ideal location to explore all that Saadiyat Island has to offer. And, with a large array of rooms and villas to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice. From the Classic room with its beach style inspired décor with floor-to-ceiling patio doors leading onto a balcony and open plan bathroom to Beach Villas with its own private plunge pool and furnished terrace facing the sea, ideal for guests wanting a little bit of privacy. When it comes to eating, there is plenty of choice from Si Ristorante Italiano & Bar, Hamilton’s Gastropub serving British and American classics in a lively atmosphere, Turtle Bay Bar & Grill, Sim Sim serving a vast international buffet, Nasma Beachfront Bar for cocktails and music on the beach, Sama Lobby Lounge serving light meals or chill out at the pool bar. If you fancy keeping fit whilst you are away then the fully equipped gym is open 24-hours, outdoor swimming pool and male and female saunas. For the young guests there is a dedicated kid’s club for ages 4-16 years with a lazy river, cinema zone, teen zone and a water slide.
Amenities
Tennis
Kids Club
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Spa
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location
Where is it
Located on a 9km stretch of beach on Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island, downtown Abu Dhabi is a 5-minute drive away. It's also a 15 minutes drive from the neighbouring island, Yas Island. Transfer time from Abu Dhabi International Airport: 20 minutes. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: 1 hour 25.
Hotel information
327 modern and elegant rooms and suites, plus 13 beach villas. All with air conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, WiFi, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, safe and Rotana’s signature bed. With beach house inspired décor, Guest Rooms with balcony are 40 sqm with an open-plan bathroom with tub or walk-in shower and floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors, balcony, garden or resort views. With king or twin bed options, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Board basis options
Bed & Breakfast option: includes breakfast at Sim Sim.
Half Board Dine Around option: includes lunch or dinner inclusive of local bottled water and soft beverages.
Half Board Plus option: includes breakfast and lunch or dinner - water, soft beverages, hot beverages and three alcoholic beverages wine or beer per person during meals.
Full Board Dine Around option includes lunch and dinner inclusive of local bottled water and soft beverages.
Full Board Dine Around option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner + water, soft beverages, hot beverages and three alcoholic beverages wine or beer per person during meals
Dine Around Soft All Incluisve option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner from All Inclusive Menu + snacks around the pool from the All Inclusive Menu + all day non-alcoholic beverages from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
All Inclusive Dine Around option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner from All Inclusive Menu + snacks around the pool from the All Inclusive Menu + all day non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages from 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM. Please note alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served exclusively in Hamilton's Gastropub after 11:00 PM. Alcoholic selections: "All Inclusive" menu features a diverse selection of drinks, including: 8 different wines, 5 types of beer (including non-alcoholic options), 4 spirits, 10 cocktails (including non-alcoholic variations).
Room upgrades
Garden Rooms with terrace are open-plan rooms offering 40 sqm of space, with a floor to ceiling glass sliding doors to a terrace with garden view.
Beach-style Sea View Rooms with balcony are also available.
Sea View Rooms with balcony and club access are also available. These rooms are located on the resort’s upper floors, with 1 king or twin beds and include exclusive access to the Club Rotana Lounge.
Poolside Rooms with terrace are 40 sqm with a modern open-plan bathroom and floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors, private terrace with poolside views.
Family Connected Rooms are two interconnecting rooms, 1 king bed (40sqm) and one twin bed (40sqm) with garden or resort views from a balcony, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Spacious Resort View One Bedroom Suites with balcony or terrace are 80 sqm with an open-plan design, separate living room area and 1 king-size bed. These suites include exclusive access to the Club Rotana Lounge.
Sea View One Bedroom Suites with balcony are also available.
Terrace Suites are 90 sqm and offer a furnished terrace, separate living room, and 1 king-size bed.
Guests staying in Club Rotana Rooms and Suites receive access to The Club Rotana lounge and the below benefits:
- Welcome drinks upon check-in
- Private check-in and check-out
- Welcome amenities in the room
- Afternoon tea
- Evening canapés including selected alcoholic beverages.
Beach Villas are situated right on Saadiyat Island's pristine beachfront, come with private pools, outdoor terraces, and seating areas. One-bedroom Villas are perfect for couples or solo travellers and the Two-Bedroom Villas are designed for families or small groups.
Si Ristorante Italiano & Bar (Italian delicacies, lunch and dinner), Sim Sim (International buffet for breakfast and dinner), Turtle Bay Bar & Grill (surf & turf, plus grilled delicacies, lunch and dinner), Hamilton's Gastropub (British and American menu), Sama Lobby Lounge (light meals and snacks), Nasma Beachfront Bar (bar bites and cocktails), Pool Bar (light meals and snacks).
Outdoor pool. Spa*. Fitness Club. Tennis court, padel courts. Football pitch. Mini golf. Aladdin’s Cave, kids club with lazy river, splash pool and cinema zone.
Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour room service*. Laundry/dry-cleaning services*. Gift shop.
* Denotes local charge.
Based on 3512 reviews
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Marvelous luxurious Family staycation
Jul 26, 2025عبود ز
Sam & Hassan from Italian restaurant crew
Gail @ SimSim Restaurant reception
Helen & PoKha Sorry if name not right from Butler Staff
The in dining staff & Housekeeping crew And all Your Lovely Staff and sorry for not remembering all other beautiful people's names with lovely smile helped me and My Family during our marvelous stay and last but not…
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Sam & Hassan from Italian restaurant crew
Gail @ SimSim Restaurant reception
Helen & PoKha Sorry if name not right from Butler Staff
The in dining staff & Housekeeping crew And all Your Lovely Staff and sorry for not remembering all other beautiful people's names with lovely smile helped me and My Family during our marvelous stay and last but not least we won't forget the best lovely Villa with the private pool luxurious experience that differs from other places I myself tried 4 and one additional from your chain
Anyway no words can express our feelings for your nice piece of service was given to our family members specially the kids
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Amazing experience!
Jul 26, 2025Roam26271349892
Amazing experience from start to finish! Every detail is though of, the staff are very helpful and professional, the breakfast was exceptional and the water temperature in the pool was just perfect. What was especially awesome and unique is that 2 sweet girls Anna and Maria arrange daily fun activites across the day (6 in total) that are perfect…
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Amazing experience from start to finish! Every detail is though of, the staff are very helpful and professional, the breakfast was exceptional and the water temperature in the pool was just perfect. What was especially awesome and unique is that 2 sweet girls Anna and Maria arrange daily fun activites across the day (6 in total) that are perfect for kids and adults as well. The water polo was especially fun!
The beach at Saadiyat island in general is also very beautiful and the water is crystal clear!
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Wild Vacation
Jul 23, 2025mohamed o
One of the best hotels in Emirates if it’s not already the best of all,I enjoyed my vacation with my friends.everything were perfect(food,restaurants,bars,service and rooms…,etc ) Animation team makes our vacation better and better thanks To Anna 🤝🏻
Sure will come again
Great Hotel - Great staff
Jul 23, 2025Dream66231388518
Just had a 3 night stay. All the staff, from the life guards and pool lads to the cleaners, the waiters and reception staff are very, very friendly. Our son has a dairy allergy, so special mention to Armdeep the concierge in sim sim restaurant. As soon as we walked in, he would bring a chef over to ask our son what he would like. Putting our son…
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Just had a 3 night stay. All the staff, from the life guards and pool lads to the cleaners, the waiters and reception staff are very, very friendly. Our son has a dairy allergy, so special mention to Armdeep the concierge in sim sim restaurant. As soon as we walked in, he would bring a chef over to ask our son what he would like. Putting our son at ease as he knew his food was cooked separately. Lovely hotel and great place to relax. Also only £10 in a taxi to the main attractions, so a great location. Will definatley go back.
David Williams
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Saadiaytrotana
Jul 22, 2025Kobyakova_evSterlitamak, Russia
Hi to everyone 👋. What can i say about SR,
1. The Persian Gulf and water is gorgeous 🥰 . We saw beautiful family of dolphins,it was amazing!
2. Beach is far from main building it's hard to go to the beach with little kids! Sand is hot. When i wanted to see dolphins at 6 o'clock in the morning, security didn't allow. I thought that tourist can…
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Hi to everyone 👋. What can i say about SR,
1. The Persian Gulf and water is gorgeous 🥰 . We saw beautiful family of dolphins,it was amazing!
2. Beach is far from main building it's hard to go to the beach with little kids! Sand is hot. When i wanted to see dolphins at 6 o'clock in the morning, security didn't allow. I thought that tourist can walk anytime and anywhere 🤷
3. Meal was good, but sameness. But i like cheese table. The best waiter I've ever seen is ISAAM❤️❤️❤️ he was wonderful, he served everything I asked him. Thank you ISAAM🙏🙏🙏
4. Thanks for guys at entrance. You were helpful and kind 🫶Yove
5. Thanks Rotana!!!
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Marvelous luxurious Family staycation
