Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Star rating

Deluxe Garden View Room
Deluxe Garden View
Deluxe Seaview
Rixos Beach
Premium Pool Acces
Premium Pool Acces
Turquoise Restaurant
Orient Restaurant
People's Restaurant
Aja Restaurant
Spa
Spa
Club House
Turquoise
Savanna Sol Bar
Mermaid
L’Olivo
Deluxe Garden View Room
Deluxe Garden View
Deluxe Seaview
Rixos Beach
Premium Pool Acces
Premium Pool Acces
Turquoise Restaurant
Orient Restaurant
People's Restaurant
Aja Restaurant
Spa
Spa
Club House
Turquoise
Savanna Sol Bar
Mermaid
L’Olivo

The hotel

Palatial in scale, setting, design, and indulgences, the Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island needs to be experienced to be believed. Decadent décor with an utterly Abu Dhabi flavour fills every space, but it’s the setting on the white sands of stunning Saadiyat Beach that firmly root you in the luxury-loving UAE. The only Ultra All-Inclusive retreat on Saadiyat Island, you can dine on delicacies from Italy to Asia at six elegant restaurants; sip drinks at a series of beautiful bars; enjoy the fun of its beach, aqua park and wave pool; and even indulge in the ice room, Jacuzzi, and private outdoor pool of its Turkish-inspired spa.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi are both a 20 minute drive away. Transfer time from Abu Dhabi International Airport: 25 minutes.

Hotel information

288 rooms, suites and villas. All with air-conditioning, balcony (subject to availability), flat-screen TV, WiFi access, marble floors, mini-bar (stocked with a selection of soft drinks and beer per day). Deluxe Rooms Garden View with oversized bay windows and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Ultra All Inclusive: includes the below services.

- Turquoise restaurant (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

- Farasha Bar & Lounge

- People Restaurant

- L'Olivio (reservations required)

- Mermaid (reservations required)

- Orient (reservations required)

- Aja (additional charges apply to the teppanyaki show, reservations required)

- Highlights pool bar, Aqua Bar, Vitamin Bar, Ame Beach Bar, Savanna Sol, Arela Terrace & Bar (open seasonally)

- Shisha Lounge (cigars, shisha service and selected alcohol beverages are at an extra charge)

The above restaurants and bars serve a selection of alcoholic beverages (pouring brand of vodka, tequila, rum, whisky, gin, selection of beer and house wine) and non-alcoholic beverages (tea/coffee, juices, soda, diet soda, water).

Please note: à la carte restaurants operate on a rotation basis, not all outlets are available on the same day. Minimum length of stay of 3 nights is required for à la carte usage. Arrival date dining is at Turquoise restaurant. A la carte dining begins from the second day of your stay. Three-night stays: eligible for complimentary use of two à la carte restaurants. Four-night stays: eligible for complimentary use of à la carte restaurants up to three times. Five-night stays or more: eligible for complimentary use of à la carte restaurants up to four times. All bookings must be made in advance at the “Restaurant Reservation Desk” in the lobby and are subject to availability. Guests are entitled to a five-course meal and unlimited beverages at a la carte restaurants.

Room upgrades

Deluxe Rooms Sea View with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults, 1 child and 1 infant.

Premium Pool Access Rooms are located on the edge of the hotels pool, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults, 1 child and 1 infant.

One Bedroom Suites with either garden, or sea views, have 1 king-size bed in the bedroom and living room with 1 sofa bed (180cm X 150cm), sleeping maximum 3 adults, 1 child and 1 infant.

One Bedroom Suites Pool Access with 1 king-size bed in the bedroom, living room with 1 sofa bed (180cm X 150cm) and a balcony with direct access to the swimming pool, sleeping maximum 3 adults, 1 child and 1 infant. Two Bedroom Suite Pool Access are also available, maximum 5 adults, 1 child and 1 infant.

Two Bedroom Family Rooms with garden views, sea views or pool access, with 2 king-size beds or 1 king-size and 1 twin bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults, 1 child and 1 infant.

Two Bedroom Suites sleeping maximum 5 adults, 1 child and 1 infant.

Suites

All suite guests benefit from designated VIP Check-in Lounge, located in the right wing of the resort, and a personalised check-in process which includes a refreshing towel and welcome drink.

Club Prive

Club Prive by Saadiyat Island (3 bedrooms, sleeping maximum 6 adults, 1 child and 1 infant), Villa Prive (4 bedrooms, sleeping maximum 8 adults, 1 child and 1 infant) and the Presidential Suite (2 bedrooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults, 1 child and 1 infant) are also available.

Turquoise restaurant (all-day dining, buffet concept), L’Olivo (Italian fine-dining restaurant), Aja & Teppenyaki (Asian fine-dining restaurant), Mermaid (seafood and Greek dishes, fine-dining restaurant), Orient (adult-only, modern Turkish fine-dining restaurant). Peoples (casual dining and drinks).

Live entertainment including live bands and DJs.

Turkish-inspired spa* and wellness centre. Private beach area (only accessible for Club Prive guests). Fitness centre. Aqua Park (for children only), with wave pool experience (wave pool is for adults and children). Non-motorised water sports. Beach yoga. 2 tennis courts. Rixy Club - kids' club (4-12 years). Teens Club (12-17 years). Club House for Villas.

* Denotes local charge.

Dress code: the dress code in all à la carte restaurants is smart casual. Gentlemen are requested to wear full-length trousers, elegant jeans or tailored shorts, and closed shoes. Slippers or sandals are not permitted.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Christmas at Rixos

Dec 30, 2025 db1690 Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

Fantastic family holiday at christmas with the family . Hotel was excellent staff where fantastic food was excellent could not find one fault highly recommended.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fabulous family hotel

Dec 29, 2025 Dolly052 Glasgow, United Kingdom

Fabulous service throughout the hotel . The food in the buffet restaurant is excellent , of the a la carte restaurants L,Olivia is the best. We went to the Tepanaki evening , which was fun. The spa is sensational, for adults that want to escape from the family vibes ,for a few hours , it is perfect . Loved this hotel,and will be back with family .
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful service but visitor demographic too narrow for us

Dec 28, 2025 FreemansLondon London, United Kingdom

The Rixos was not especially to our taste in terms of style and feel, however the service was truly exceptional and the staff could not have been more kind or professional. We also found the food and drinks to be superb on the whole, with one exception of a very unusually dinner at the Oriental restaurant but this was unusual. The overriding feel… Read more
The Rixos was not especially to our taste in terms of style and feel, however the service was truly exceptional and the staff could not have been more kind or professional. We also found the food and drinks to be superb on the whole, with one exception of a very unusually dinner at the Oriental restaurant but this was unusual. The overriding feel though from the visit was that we were a little surprised to find the hotel dominated by visitors from one particular region. Not that we have any issues with the hotel guests but we do prefer hotel experiences that are more international and diverse. Also, we found the pool and restaurants and breakfast and lunch to be very small child orientated. Lots of people with babies and toddlers which is of course fine, but there was no adult pool or areas that had more of an adult or older children orientation. The young family feel also made the evening vibe a little dull for example, there is a huge sports bar but we rarely saw more than two people in there. We have some great memories of this trip though, largely due to the staff who were so incredibly attentive and kind. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing Hotel & staff.

Dec 28, 2025 stevebZ9208QL

This is one amazing hotel located on a pure yellow sand beach with lots of space to enjoy its many facilities. The staff are incredible and work tirelessly to ensure that everyone’s needs are met with a smile and at the speed of light. I can honestly say that this is one of the best family hotels I have stayed at!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 5 stars!

Dec 27, 2025 255nattys

Excellent meal and service by Supriya! Wonderful singer and great entertainment! Thankyou for a wonderful evening xx