Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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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.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Oct '25 to receive one complimentary Yas Island Theme Park ticket per paying adult, per stay between 08 Oct '24–31 Oct '25, when staying a minimum of 5 nights.  

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

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 First time to Abu Dhabi Rixos Premium.

Jul 17, 2025 ballymattu wolverhampton

We just returned from a fantastic 10-night stay at the beautiful Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. As a family of four, we had two connecting family rooms on the 4th floor with stunning views overlooking the beach – absolutely breathtaking! From start to finish, the hospitality was a solid 10/10. Every single staff member went above and… Read more
We just returned from a fantastic 10-night stay at the beautiful Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. As a family of four, we had two connecting family rooms on the 4th floor with stunning views overlooking the beach – absolutely breathtaking! From start to finish, the hospitality was a solid 10/10. Every single staff member went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Whether it was the front desk, housekeeping, hospitality team, gardeners, or chefs – everyone worked incredibly hard, always with a smile, even in the intense heat. A special shoutout to the outdoor staff who deserve extra credit for their dedication despite the high temperatures – true stars of the resort! There are so many positives about this hotel. If I had to make one suggestion, it would be for Rixos to consider adding another pool to better accommodate families. The baby water park is great for little ones, but it was amusing to see so many adults (myself included!) enjoying the wave pool – clearly a hit with all ages! The beachfront is gorgeous, though the heat can be intense, making the poolside a more practical option with easy access to air-conditioned rooms. The gym is well-equipped, and the spa is lovely – though be prepared for premium pricing! I treated myself while in holiday mode, but the prices were definitely on the steep side. Would I return? Absolutely. This was a memorable stay, and I’d happily come back. Read less
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Jul 16, 2025 smile_travel_laugh Stone, United Kingdom

We arrived early in the morning and paid extra to check in immediately. The room had two beds as requested, a lovely bathroom with l’occitane shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and body lotion. Towels were refreshed daily and room cleaned to a good standard. The beach is beautiful, soft sand and the sea is sooo warm at this time of year. The buffet… Read more
We arrived early in the morning and paid extra to check in immediately. The room had two beds as requested, a lovely bathroom with l’occitane shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and body lotion. Towels were refreshed daily and room cleaned to a good standard. The beach is beautiful, soft sand and the sea is sooo warm at this time of year. The buffet restaurant food was of good quality and a wide range of options. Service was good and drinks were always provided promptly and refilled often. The bars were excellent, the range of drinks on offer is outstanding, the cocktails are delicious and made with good quality ingredients including Hendricks gin and grey goose vodka to name just a couple, no coloured sugar cocktails here. The a la carte restaurants which we found excellent were the Asian and the sea food, not keen on the Turkish menu. The staff are all polite and seemed genuinely happy to help in whatever way they can. After visiting Dubai for 25 years we thought we would try Abu Dhabi and found our first visit to be excellent. The hotel really is first class and certainly Dubai could learn from them about ‘all inclusive’ they certainly know what they are doing at the Rixos. Staff deserving a mention from us, Rosan- pool bar Hamzala- turquoise buffet restaurant Annika - nurse Tristan - aja Azizbek - outside bar evening Samuel/Ali roller skate guys Read less
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Jul 14, 2025 Rebecca74906

Excellent hotel where the decor, furnishings and facilities are perfect. All staff are informative, friendly and welcoming. The individual restaurants are impressive and the daily self service food area is also a great place to eat. Mark from the Asian restaurant was particularly attentive, polite and knowledgeable. The hotel beach is also… Read more
Excellent hotel where the decor, furnishings and facilities are perfect. All staff are informative, friendly and welcoming. The individual restaurants are impressive and the daily self service food area is also a great place to eat. Mark from the Asian restaurant was particularly attentive, polite and knowledgeable. The hotel beach is also ideal. Great location to be able to visit the surrounding attractions. Read less
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Jul 10, 2025 Climber17598257819 Moscow, Russia

An Exceptional Family Holiday at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island! We had an unforgettable family vacation at Rixos Saadiyat Island. The hotel perfectly combines luxury, comfort, and outstanding hospitality. The cleanliness, room quality, and variety of dining options were all top-notch. One of the highlights of our stay was definitely the sports… Read more
An Exceptional Family Holiday at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island! We had an unforgettable family vacation at Rixos Saadiyat Island. The hotel perfectly combines luxury, comfort, and outstanding hospitality. The cleanliness, room quality, and variety of dining options were all top-notch. One of the highlights of our stay was definitely the sports activities organized by the Exclusive Sports Club team Kaan , Ramazan , Ruhan , Katia , Anastasia . Their professionalism, energy, and friendly approach made every activity enjoyable for both adults and kids. It was the perfect balance of fun and fitness throughout our holiday. Kids club here is also wonderful. It works all day long until 23.00, that is very great. If you need, you can take baby sitting. Absolutely everyone of the guys who work at kids club is very kind and responsive, they sincerely love children and have a good time with them. Jerry. Tamila, Natasha, Ishara, Kino, Alaa, Tuğsem, Donna, Esin, each of these wonderful people is completely devoted to their work. The children's schedule is full of entertainment for every taste. My son never wants to go from kids club, because it is always full of great entertainment and kind people. The serene atmosphere, surrounded by nature and a beautiful beach, created a peaceful yet vibrant environment for our family to relax and recharge. Special thanks to the entire Rixos team for delivering such a flawless experience. We’re already looking forward to our next visit — no need to search for another destination! Read less
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Jul 8, 2025 RosieLDN London

We stayed at the Rixos for 7 nights end of June. I love reading a review so only fair to leave one myself! We arrived around 8pm and was shown to our room and headed for the buffet. Great selection at the buffet, lots of Indian dishes, grilled fish/meat, veg, salad selection, sushi every evening, soups. The buffet ‘flowed’ a little strangely.… Read more
We stayed at the Rixos for 7 nights end of June. I love reading a review so only fair to leave one myself! We arrived around 8pm and was shown to our room and headed for the buffet. Great selection at the buffet, lots of Indian dishes, grilled fish/meat, veg, salad selection, sushi every evening, soups. The buffet ‘flowed’ a little strangely. Eg, the soups were sort of spread out and away from the soup ‘toppings’ section so you had to walk back and forth to look at the options. Evening entertainment is now inside but it was cool enough to sit outside some nights especially with the air con units. We tried two a la carte restaurants though were given the option of four. We went to the Italian and Asian. Both brilliant - go hungry as it’s a lot of food! We couldn’t fault the food, so many options. Poolside restaurant for lunch too was also brilliant and they were happy to make swaps and changes to the options. All staff were very attentive and friendly - they would remember drinks orders etc. shoutout to Rosamie in the main buffet restaurant (adults only section) and Samuel and Ali by the pool on their roller blades! They all work so hard. The rooms are spacious and clean. Mini bar is well stocked. The bed is huge! We booked a regular garden view room though could also see a large amount of the sea. The beach is absolutely stunning and the water is so clear and warm - like being in the Maldives. I tried to spot dolphins but no luck this trip, they are very common to spot in the winter months when they come closer to the shore to warm up in the shallows. We took a few trips out using Uber for taxis which were cheap. We went to the Yas mall and Galeria mall as well as the Louvre and TeamLab which is an absolute must do! Our last day we didn’t leave until 10:30pm but they said we could have lunch and use the facilities. To be fair we probably could’ve had dinner too but saved ourselves for the Etihad lounge and McDonald’s at the airport 😂 we used the spa to shower before leaving and were given drinks all day up until we left. Sunbeds were easy to get but I am up by 7:30 every morning. By 11am most beds are gone. Staff do remove towels on beds that haven’t been occupied for a while so be mindful if you’re a sunbed hogger who leaves a towel without actually using it. I applaud them for that. Yes there are lot of kids but there are adults only sections by the pool and in the buffet. We didn’t use the adult only section by the pool and wasn’t bothered by the kids running around to be honest though maybe in the term breaks it’s busier. We were told that the hotel was at around 70% capacity during our stay. It’s a truly beautiful hotel and we will definitely return during the winter months to make the most of more of the outdoor activities that we missed due to the heat. Namely grand mosque, f1 track, golfing and mangrove park. Highly recommended! Read less