Luxury hotel complex with two modern buildings by the sea and private beach.

View of pool area with red umbrellas and palm trees by the sea

Large hotel pool with palm trees and red umbrellas under a blue sky.

Modern hotel with round architecture and large pool under blue sky.

Bright hotel room with double bed, seating area, and large window with sea view.

Beach with red umbrellas and lounge chairs in front of high-rise and palm trees

Modern hotel complex with pool, palm trees, and red umbrellas by the sea.

Aerial view of tropical hotel pool with red umbrellas along the beach

View of a hotel pool with palm trees and waterways beside a sandy beach and city skyline.

Elegant hotel lobby with marble floor, large columns, and stylish seating areas.

Luxurious hotel lobby with elegant chandelier, modern seating areas, and large windows.

Elegant hotel room with king-size bed, sofa, desk, and balcony overlooking the sea.

Spacious hotel room with bed, desk, TV, and view of terrace and sea.

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and panoramic windows overlooking the sea.

Hotel room with desk, armchairs, kitchenette, and TV with balcony view.

Bright hotel room with two beds, armchairs, TV, and balcony access with a view.

Bright hotel room with large windows, sea view, two beds, and a cozy seating area.

Bright hotel room with two armchairs, bed, sea view, and beige walls.

A chef prepares various dishes in a hotel restaurant while a woman watches.

Child swings on playground under sunny sky near slides and sun umbrellas.

Child with floaties playing in hotel pool on a sunny day.

Children play on a colorful playground next to a terrace at a resort.

Large gym with wooden floor, exercise machines, and two people working out.

A man receives a massage in a warmly lit spa room with candles.

Woman receiving a massage in a calm, candle-lit spa with warm ambiance.

Vereinigte Arabische Emirate ∙ Region Abu Dhabi ∙ Abu Dhabi-Corniche

Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana *****

AUH006

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Beach

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Location

The elegant 5-star resort nestles directly on Abu Dhabi's approximately 200m long private sandy beach, delighting guests with far-reaching views over the Arabian Gulf. Numerous boutiques, cafés, and entertainment highlights are within walking distance, while the vibrant city center is only about 3 km away. Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) can be reached in about 45 km - perfect for a stress-free arrival and departure.

Facilities

The stylish and luxurious hotel with a total of 443 rooms combines modern design with Arabian style and ambiance. An impressive atrium lobby spans 21 floors.
Hotel amenities include a reception area with a front desk, 2 restaurants, a café, a hairdresser, a souvenir shop, and a beauty salon.
The well-kept gardens feature a beautiful freshwater swimming pool with a separate children's pool, sun terraces, and a pool bar offering refreshing soft drinks and snacks for relaxation. The use of sun loungers, parasols, and bath towels is included by the pool and on the beach.

Accommodation

Double Room

The tastefully furnished double rooms (D/DE) are approx. 50 m² in size and feature a bathroom with a bathtub, separate shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, 48" LCD TV, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, air conditioning, and a view of the Qasr Al-Watan Presidential Palace.
Double Room AI without alcohol (DB/DEB)

Double Room Balcony

The tastefully furnished double rooms with balcony (DBK/DEK) are approx. 50 m² in size and feature a bathroom with a bathtub, separate shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, 48" LCD TV, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, air conditioning, and a balcony with a view of the Qasr Al-Watan Presidential Palace.
Double Room Balcony AI without alcohol (DC/DEC)

Double Room Sea View Balcony

The tastefully furnished double rooms with sea view and balcony (2MB/1MB) have the same amenities as the double rooms with balcony, plus a sea view.
Double Room Sea View Balcony AI without alcohol (BDM/BME)

Studio

The studios (S12) have the same amenities as the double rooms with balcony, but are approx. 55 m² in size and equipped with a kitchenette. Enjoy views of the Presidential Palace from your room.
Also available as a sea view studio with kitchenette and balcony at an additional charge (SM2).

Family Room

The spacious family rooms (DF2) are approx. 60 m² and feature a bathroom with a bathtub and separate shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, 48" LCD TV, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, air conditioning, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of the Presidential Palace.
Family Room AI without alcohol (2FB)

One Bedroom Suite

The One Bedroom Suite (OBS) has the same amenities as the double rooms with balcony and is approx. 65 m² in size. Enjoy a view of the Presidential Palace or the Arabian Gulf from your balcony.

Board

Breakfast

Rich breakfast buffet in the all-day-dining restaurant.

Half Board

With half board booked, enjoy lunch or dinner in buffet form at the "Horizon" restaurant, plus unlimited soft drinks, coffee, tea, and water included.
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24.12. HB: Breakfast and Lunch
25.12. HB: Breakfast and Dinner
31.12. HB: Breakfast and Lunch
A gala dinner on 31.12. can be booked optionally for a fee.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive Light (I)

The hotel is a DRY HOTEL and does not serve alcohol.
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Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the "Horizon" restaurant. Lunch and dinner can also be chosen as a set menu at the "Kamoon" restaurant. Lunch is also available at the "Sunset" pool bar.
Selected non-alcoholic beverages with meals at the "Horizon" restaurant and at the "Sunset" pool bar from 12 PM to 6 PM.
AI Light is NOT bookable in the following room types:
One Bedroom Suite (OBS)
Studio (S12)
Studio Sea View (SM2)
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A gala dinner on 31.12. can be booked optionally for a fee.

Sports Included

Fitness center, 2 squash courts.

Sports for a Fee

Rental of squash rackets and balls. Boat trips and various water sports such as jet skiing, canoeing, and pedal boating.

Children's Program

Kids' club, children's pool, and playground.
Babysitting (on request and for a fee).

Wellness

Sauna, steam bath, and whirlpool.
Massages and treatments for a fee.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel free of charge.
2 bottles of water are provided daily in the room for free.

Credit Card

Deposit: A credit card or cash deposit may be required upon check-in for unforeseen expenses.

Hotel features

Golf
Internet
Children's Playground
Wi-Fi
Shopping Facilities
Fitness
Air Conditioning
Hotel Safe
Kids' Club/Mini Club
Children's Pool
Massages
Sauna
Spa
Tennis
Diving
Bicycle Rental
Sandy Beach
Direct Beach Location
Extended Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides assistance in making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel holds the following certification:

Green Key

Note

No alcohol is available at the hotel!
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In the UAE, most rooms are equipped with a King Size bed or two Queen Size beds or 2 twin beds. For an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 child, accommodation will be with 1 King Size bed and, depending on availability, an extra bed/sofa bed (partly for a fee). For 2 adults and 2 children, accommodation will be with 2 Queen Size beds or 1 King Size bed and 1 or 2 extra/sofa beds (depending on availability and room size, and partly for a fee).
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Please note that check-in is possible at this hotel from the age of 18. Alcoholic beverages are only served from the age of 21.
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Group bookings (from 10 rooms) can only be booked upon request.
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For flights departing between 12 AM and 4 AM, the hotel stay ends the day before at 12 PM. Late check-out is available on site for a fee.
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For flights arriving between 10 PM and 2 AM, meal services start after the first night as follows: Half board with dinner and All Inclusive from 3 PM. Breakfast is always included. Meal services end at check-out.
CORNICHE ROAD WEST, SECTOR W-32
PO BOX 4010 ABU DHABI/U.A.E.
00971 2 657 0000
00971 2 657 0077
In the annual catalog "Long-Haul Travel" 2025/2026 on page 249.

Note on Climate Resilience Contribution

In the United Arab Emirates, continuous growth leads to various construction projects.
This may cause visual and acoustic disturbances in some areas. These construction activities are part of the country's ongoing development and modernization.

Seasonal Note

During the fasting month of Ramadan, there may be restrictions in hotel operations. Additionally, hotels use this time for maintenance and minor renovations, which may cause disruptions such as pool closures, etc. Furthermore, some restaurants may be closed as meals are not served everywhere.
The entertainment program at the hotel may be canceled or restricted.

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