Vereinigte Arabische Emirate ∙ Region Abu Dhabi ∙ Saadiyat

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas *****+
Tour operator category

AUH039
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Beach
Family
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Location

The Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas is situated in the picturesque surroundings of Saadiyat Island, just a short drive from the vibrant capital, Abu Dhabi. This exclusive location offers the perfect retreat, surrounded by breathtaking beaches and an impressive natural backdrop.
The fine 9 km long sandy beach in front of the resort invites you to relax and swim, while nearby cultural highlights such as the famous Louvre Abu Dhabi will inspire history enthusiasts.
The resort is ideally located to enjoy both the tranquility of the island and the exciting opportunities of the city. Shopping malls, world-class restaurants, and entertainment facilities are just a short drive away, allowing guests to find both relaxation and adventure in the immediate vicinity.
It is approximately 30 km to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
Beach hotel with pool and sun loungers on white sandy beach and turquoise sea.
Large beach resort with two big pools, several buildings, and direct access to the sandy beach.
View of a luxury pool, palm trees, and sandy beach under a clear blue sky.

Facilities

Large hotel pool with palm trees and lounge chairs at sunset.
Modern outdoor pool with wooden pergolas, seating areas, and palm trees at a hotel resort.
A hotel pool surrounded by palm trees at sunset with a view of the sea.
Modern hotel lobby area with seating and views of tropical pool and ocean.
People enjoying drinks on a terrace overlooking the sea at sunset.
Outdoor hotel bar area with guests, palm trees, and sea in the background at sunset.
Modern hotel lobby with large windows, comfortable seating areas, and natural light.
Modern hotel dining area with green chairs and well-stocked bar.
Modern hotel lounge with bar, blue chairs, and large windows overlooking a garden.
Modern hotel bar interior with wood paneling, stools, and warm lighting.
The impressive and expansive resort offers its guests a choice of 327 luxurious rooms and suites as well as 13 exclusive beachfront villas. The imposing lobby welcomes you with an inviting reception and comfortable seating areas. Culinary delights await guests in an all-day dining restaurant with four live cooking stations, as well as in four additional exquisite restaurants. Whether Italian delicacies, British-American specialties, or grilled delicacies – your palate will be pampered here.
Outside, a generously designed pool area with a separate children's section is a highlight. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and pool towels are available free of charge at both the pool and the beach. Sporting activities are catered for by the Bodyline Fitness Center, tennis courts, a mini-golf course, and the vast beach area, which invites you to enjoy a varied range of leisure activities.
For pure relaxation, visit "Zen the Spa at Rotana", where wellness and recovery are the main focus.

Accommodation

Double Room

The elegantly and comfortably furnished double rooms (D/DE) are approximately 40 m² and feature a seating area, a spacious bathroom with a bath and shower/WC, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, safe, LCD Smart-TV, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, and a furnished balcony with garden or resort view.
Available at an additional cost as:
Double Room Garden View (2GD/1GD) or
Double Room Sea View (DM/DEM) or
Double Room Single + Child (D1K).

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony with city view.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sea view, and balcony door under wooden beam ceiling.
Modern hotel room with bed, sleek bathroom, and soft lighting.
Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, and terrace overlooking green areas.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sea view, and balcony door under wooden beam ceiling.
Modern hotel room with bed, sleek bathroom, and soft lighting.

Double Room Sea View Lounge Access

The Double Room Sea View Lounge Access (2CM/1CM) are approximately 40 m² and feature a seating area, a spacious bathroom with a bath and shower/WC, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, safe, LCD Smart-TV, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, and a furnished balcony with sea view. In addition, Club Room guests receive various benefits such as exclusive access to the Club Rotana Lounge, welcome drinks upon check-in, private check-in and check-out at the Club Rotana (during opening hours), daily breakfast in the "Sim Sim" restaurant or via in-room dining, and evening canapés from 6 PM - 8 PM, including selected alcoholic beverages.
Children under 12 years are only allowed in the Club Rotana Lounge when accompanied by their parents.

Family Room Connecting Door

The Family Rooms Connecting Door (DF2) consist of two double rooms with garden view that are connected by a shared small private hallway. There is no internal connecting door between the rooms.

Bright hotel room with double bed, wooden ceiling beams, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Hotel room with two beds, balcony, and modern decor in warm tones.
Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden ceiling, and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel room with cozy seating area, large window, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Modern bathroom with bathtub, sink, and illuminated mirror in warm lighting.

One Bedroom Suite Ocean View

The One Bedroom Suites Ocean View (OBO) are approximately 80 m² and feature a seating area, a spacious bathroom with a bath and shower/WC, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, safe, LCD Smart-TV, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, and a furnished balcony. Additionally, the rooms have a separate living area with views of the resort and the garden. Guests in these rooms can enjoy breakfast in their room or from 7 AM - 11 AM in the Sim Sim restaurant. There is high tea (tea & small snacks) in the afternoon, and in the evening, a happy hour with evening canapés and selected alcoholic beverages in the exclusive Club Rotana Lounge. These suites have the same size and amenities as the One Bedroom Suite with sea view. Guests in these rooms can enjoy breakfast in their room or from 7 AM to 11 AM in the Sim Sim restaurant. There is high tea (tea & small snacks) in the afternoon, and in the evening, a happy hour with evening canapés and selected alcoholic beverages in the exclusive Club Rotana Lounge.

Meals

Breakfast

Rich breakfast buffet.

Half Board

Breakfast in buffet form. Lunch or dinner in the form of Dine-Around. Water and soft drinks are included with meals.
Within the Dine-Around concept, the following restaurants are included, depending on opening hours (subject to change):
"Sim Sim" All-Day-Dining Restaurant
"Si Ristorante Italiano & Bar"
"Hamiltons Gastropub" (British and American dishes)
"Turtle Bay Bar & Grill"
"Nasma Beachfront Bar"
"Pool Bar"
"Sama Lobby Lounge".
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Dec 31st: HB includes breakfast, lunch + gala dinner

Full Board

Breakfast in buffet form. Lunch and dinner as Dine-Around.
Water and soft drinks are included with the meals.
Within the Dine-Around concept, the following restaurants are included, depending on opening hours (subject to change):
"Sim Sim" All-Day-Dining Restaurant
"Si Ristorante Italiano & Bar"
"Hamiltons Gastropub" (British and American dishes)
"Turtle Bay Bar & Grill"
"Nasma Beachfront Bar"
"Pool Bar"
"Sama Lobby Lounge".
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Dec 31st: FB includes breakfast, lunch + gala dinner

Half Board Plus

With Half Board Plus, additionally includes lunch or dinner in the form of the Dine-Around program.
During meals, non-alcoholic beverages (water, soft drinks, juices) are included unlimitedly, plus 3 alcoholic beverages per person (wine, beer).
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Dec 31st: HB+ includes breakfast, lunch + gala dinner

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

All meals in buffet form in the "Sim Sim" restaurant. In selected restaurants, lunch and dinner can also be taken à la carte. Snacks are included; non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are included from 11 AM - 2 AM within the opening hours of the bars and restaurants.
Dec 31st: breakfast, lunch + gala dinner

All Inclusive Light

WITHOUT ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
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The All Inclusive Light program includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet form in the "Sim Sim" restaurant. In selected restaurants, lunch and dinner can also be taken à la carte (reservation required, subject to availability). Snacks are included; non-alcoholic beverages are included from 10 AM - 11 PM within the opening hours of the bars and restaurants.
Dec 31st: breakfast, lunch + gala dinner

Not included in All Inclusive/All Inclusive Light

Minibar, room service, alcoholic beverages with All Inclusive Light

Sports included

"Bodyline Fitness" fitness club including free sauna, mini-golf, tennis.
Modern hotel gym with treadmills, cross trainers, and large windows letting in daylight.
Four blue-lit padel tennis courts surrounded by buildings and greenery at a hotel resort.

Sports for a fee

18-hole golf course "Saadiyat Beach Golf Course", paddle tennis, yoga, meditation, sound bowls.

Children's program

Modern hotel restaurant with cozy wooden furniture and warm lighting.
Four children sit on blue cushions playing games on two wall-mounted screens.
Four children play foosball in a bright room with shelves full of books and decorations.
Children play in a pool with a yellow water slide area surrounded by rocks.
A pool with splash features and slides in front of rock formations and buildings.
Pool with waterfall and sunshades against rocky backdrop at a hotel resort.
Four people relax in large inflatable tubes in a pool in front of rocks.
Children happily float in inner tubes through the water channel of a water park.
Pool with clear blue water and yellow slide between tall rocky formations.
Younger guests (4-16 years old) will have a great time at the Kids Club and Teens Room. Besides an indoor climbing wall, there is a PlayStation corner. In the outdoor area, there is a splash pool, a lazy river, and a water slide. Babysitting service available on request/for a fee.

Wellness

In "Zen the Spa at Rotana", in addition to a sauna, a Moroccan/Turkish hammam, and a steam bath, a wide variety of massages, applications, and treatments are offered for a fee.
Elegant hotel lobby area with stylish seating and warm lighting.
Modern hotel with large panoramic window and comfortable seating areas.
A spa massage table with blue sheets and candles on the wall in a cozy room.
Woman in bathrobe sits on a blue lounge chair in front of a green plant wall in a spa area.
Modern spa room with sand massage table, warm lighting, and minimalist decor.
Modern spa area with whirlpool, relaxed atmosphere, and a woman in a white bathrobe.
Hotel massage room featuring two tables with blue towels and a masseuse.
Heated spa room with jacuzzi, relaxing lights, and towels for guests.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi access is available free of charge throughout the entire resort.

Credit card

Deposit: Upon check-in, a credit card or cash deposit may be required for incidental expenses.

Hotel features

  • Children's pool
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Family-friendly
  • Sandy beach
  • Direct beach location
  • Wi-Fi
  • Luxury travelers
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Sustainability

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This hotel holds the following certification:
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

Please note that for safety reasons, rooms with direct pool access/sharing pool are only bookable for travelers with children aged 6 and older.
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In the U.A.E., most rooms are equipped with one King Size bed or two Queen Size beds or 2 single beds. For an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 child, accommodation is provided in 1 King Size bed and, subject to availability, an extra bed/sofa bed (partly for a fee). For 2 adults and 2 children, accommodation is provided in 2 Queen Size beds or 1 King Size bed plus 1 or 2 extra beds/sofa beds (depending on availability and size of the rooms, partly for a fee).
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Please note that check-in is only possible if at least one person in the room is at least 21 years old.
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Group bookings (from 10 rooms) are only available on request.
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For flights departing between 12 AM and 4 AM, hotel accommodation ends on the previous day at 12 PM. Late check-out is available for a fee on site.
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For flights arriving between 10 PM and 2 AM, meal services begin after the first night as follows: Half board with dinner and All Inclusive from 3 PM. Breakfast is always included. Meal services end with the check-out.
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Zusatzhinweis

In the "Long-haul travel" catalog 2025/26 on page 258.
In the "Family vacation" catalog Summer 2026 on page 242.
In the "High Class" catalog 2026 on page 254.

Destination information

In the United Arab Emirates, continuous growth leads to various construction projects.
As a result, there may be visual and acoustic impairments in some areas. These construction activities are part of the country's ongoing development and modernization.

Seasonal information

During the fasting month of Ramadan, there may be restrictions on hotel operations. Additionally, hotels use this time for maintenance and minor renovation work, which can lead to impairments such as pool closures, etc. Furthermore, some restaurants may be closed, as meals are not served everywhere.
The entertainment program in the hotel is either canceled or restricted.

Tour operator category

5,5 Suns *****+

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 13.06.2026 03:03