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
  • 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 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.

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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Feb 1, 2026 Curious00123345269

Food was terrible, grey grisly chicken in chicken burger. Buffet a lot Of food cold afraid to eat. Ordered out most nights, first time ever In 5 star AL. Room was poor Also. Avoid worst 5 star AL ever stayed in
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Feb 1, 2026 milka161

Особая благодарность Валерии! Мы приятно удивлены после первого визита и знакомства с отелем. Отличное расположение, развитая инфраструктура и наличие уединенных вилл произвели прекрасное впечатление. Отдельное спасибо Валерии за подробную экскурсию и рассказ о множестве дополнительных услуг. Она очень доброжелательна, и сразу видно, что искренне… Read more
Особая благодарность Валерии! Мы приятно удивлены после первого визита и знакомства с отелем. Отличное расположение, развитая инфраструктура и наличие уединенных вилл произвели прекрасное впечатление. Отдельное спасибо Валерии за подробную экскурсию и рассказ о множестве дополнительных услуг. Она очень доброжелательна, и сразу видно, что искренне любит свой отель! Обязательно вернемся в апреле. ****** Special thanks to Valeria! We were pleasantly surprised by our first visit and introduction to the hotel. The great location, infrastructure, and the availability of private villas made an excellent impression. A special thank you to Valeria for the detailed tour and for telling us about the many additional services. She is very friendly, and you can immediately see that she is truly in love with her hotel! We will definitely be back in April. Read less
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Feb 1, 2026 Paul N

Great atmosphere waitress very friendly Supriya would recommend food excellent nicely situated on 6th floor nice views
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional service and truly memorable stay

Jan 31, 2026 John Paul B

Nat is one of those rare people who truly elevates the guest experience. From the moment my husband and I arrive at the lobby bar, she greets us warmly and makes us feel completely at ease. Her service feels effortless attentive, thoughtful, and always delivered with a genuine smile. What stands out most is how naturally she connects with guests… Read more
Nat is one of those rare people who truly elevates the guest experience. From the moment my husband and I arrive at the lobby bar, she greets us warmly and makes us feel completely at ease. Her service feels effortless attentive, thoughtful, and always delivered with a genuine smile. What stands out most is how naturally she connects with guests and anticipates their needs. Nat's professionalism, positive energy, and kindness turn a simple evening at the lobby bar into a truly memorable experience. She represents hospitality at its finest and is a true credit to Rixos Saadiyat Island. We also highly recommend the hotel's all-inclusive package, which adds tremendous value and makes the entire stay even more enjoyable and seamless. Read less
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Jan 31, 2026 Emperorkimi

We are staying at Rixos Saadiyat Island, and we spend most of our evenings at the lobby bar. My wife and I usually sit outside, and Nat always welcomes us with a genuine warm smile. She knows exactly what we need before we even ask, and she always takes great care of our table. Nat’s service is exceptional she is very attentive, active, and… Read more
We are staying at Rixos Saadiyat Island, and we spend most of our evenings at the lobby bar. My wife and I usually sit outside, and Nat always welcomes us with a genuine warm smile. She knows exactly what we need before we even ask, and she always takes great care of our table. Nat’s service is exceptional she is very attentive, active, and professional, and she truly makes our evenings perfect and happy. Her positive energy and friendliness make a big difference, and she is one of the best waitresses we have ever met. Thank you, Nat, for making our stay even more special. Read less