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, kids aqua and even indulge in the ice room, Jacuzzi, and private outdoor pool of its Turkish-inspired spa.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

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 and 12 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).

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

- 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.


Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice




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 - temporarily closed). Peoples (casual dining and drinks). Savanna Sol (cocktail bar). Highlights Pool Bar. Aqua Bar. Vitamin Bar (fruit juices and soft drinks). Ame Beach Bar. Bar Lounge (lobby bar).

Daily activities and live entertainment, including live bands and DJs.

Swimming pool. 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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Sep 25, 2026 saleho449 Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland

Very good experience. Thanks for the support and advices Arvin & Ahron
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Sep 25, 2026 Russell B United Kingdom

Just had an amazing meal in the Lolivo Italian restraunt . Absolutely delicious and once again the service from Quenie was impeccable. All the staff in the hotel can't do enough to help you and are so polite and friendly . Thank you
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Sep 25, 2026 julie k Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Our experience at the Rixos Hotel has once again been absolutely outstanding! Having now visited what I believe is our fifth time, it is clear why we continue to return to this exceptional hotel. Both the new staff and the long-standing members of the team deserve the highest praise. Everyone is incredibly welcoming, professional, attentive, and… Read more
Our experience at the Rixos Hotel has once again been absolutely outstanding! Having now visited what I believe is our fifth time, it is clear why we continue to return to this exceptional hotel. Both the new staff and the long-standing members of the team deserve the highest praise. Everyone is incredibly welcoming, professional, attentive, and friendly, providing a level of service that truly makes you feel valued and cared for. The entire team, new and old, delivers a genuine five-star experience, and it is wonderful to see such consistency and dedication throughout the hotel. The accommodation is exceptional, and the service across every aspect of the hotel is maintained to such a high standard. From the moment you arrive, you can feel the attention to detail, the warmth of the staff, and the commitment to ensuring guests have a truly memorable stay. The Rixos Hotel is more than just a place to stay; it is a place where you feel at home, where you are welcomed back with genuine warmth, and where the quality of the experience keeps you coming back time and time again. That is exactly why we have chosen to return for our fifth visit. A huge thank you to the entire team, both new and old, for making our stay so special. You should all be incredibly proud of the outstanding service you provide. We absolutely love this hotel and cannot wait to visit again. Already looking forward to our next stay! ❤ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful Dinner and Excellent Service from Gaurav

Sep 24, 2026 Sightseer34105842018

We had a wonderful experience at L’Olivo Italian Restaurant. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. A special thank you to our waiter, Gaurav, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional. He made us feel very welcome and took great care of us throughout the evening. His excellent service made our dinner even more… Read more
We had a wonderful experience at L’Olivo Italian Restaurant. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. A special thank you to our waiter, Gaurav, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional. He made us feel very welcome and took great care of us throughout the evening. His excellent service made our dinner even more enjoyable. Thank you We had a wonderful experience at Italian Restaurant. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. A special thank you to our waiter, Gaurav, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional. He made us feel very welcome and took great care of us throughout the evening. His excellent service made our dinner even more enjoyable. Thanks! Read less
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Sep 24, 2026 john b

Fantastic hotel, just got back from this hotel on 9th October 10 nights stay, the first thing I have got to say the staff are out of this world, thank you to everyone of you, the reason I have given 4 and not 5 star's is in the main restaurant at night some of the food was cold, and for my wife and I we have never ever seen so many screaming kids… Read more
Fantastic hotel, just got back from this hotel on 9th October 10 nights stay, the first thing I have got to say the staff are out of this world, thank you to everyone of you, the reason I have given 4 and not 5 star's is in the main restaurant at night some of the food was cold, and for my wife and I we have never ever seen so many screaming kids in the dining room in the pool also not enough entertainment at night, room's Fantastic, people's restaurant at lunch time brilliant food and staff amazing, thank you to everyone of you for looking after me and my good lady 😀 👍before I go just like to say a special thank you to Bishop and Ashraf on the Rollerskating and the 2 pool Boys sorry can't remember there names they were Fantastic, thank you so much 😊 Read less