From kids staying and dining for free to spa savings, here are five offers to make the most of the final weeks of summer
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 31 August 2026: Summer may be drawing to a close, but there is still time to fit in one last getaway. On Saadiyat Island, a collection of seasonal staycation offers gives UAE and GCC residents another reason to spend the final weeks of summer by the sea.
Named the Middle East’s Leading Beach Destination at the World Travel Awards for 14 consecutive years, Saadiyat Island brings together white-sand beaches, five-star hospitality, culture, dining and wellness within one destination.
From complimentary stays and dining for children to spa savings and half-board packages, here are five ways to spend the last of summer on Saadiyat Island.
1. Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi – meals, watersports and wellness
GCC residents looking for a beachfront escape can currently enjoy daily breakfast plus a choice of lunch or dinner, complimentary non-motorised watersports and full use of Talise Spa and Talise Fitness, while children under 12 dine on the house. The package is available until 30 December.
Named the World’s Leading Luxury Resort & Villas 2025, Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi is made for switching off, with sea-facing rooms, suites and villas alongside private beach access and family-friendly facilities. With standout restaurants like Mare Mare – a beachside Italian eatery – and Tean – home to succulent Levantine grills – there’s plenty to keep guests satiated during their visit. Post-meals, spend the day between the beach, the three pools and Talise Spa, before heading out to explore Saadiyat Island. Finish the day by enjoying a stroll at nearby Mamsha Al Saadiyat.
2. Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas – breakfast, spa savings and kids stay free
At Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas, GCC residents and nationals can enjoy complimentary breakfast plus 20% off dining and select spa treatments through to the end of 2026. Families visiting between June and September can make their stay go even further, with one child aged 12 or under staying free with every paying adult.
Named Abu Dhabi’s Leading Resort 2025, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas offers an easy-going escape surrounded by landscaped gardens and Saadiyat Beach. Spend the day between the beach, swimming pools and Atarmia Spa, while younger guests can enjoy Camp Hyatt. Saadiyat Beach Golf Club and the island’s cultural attractions are also within easy reach.
3. The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi – a beachfront daycation
For those looking for a day by the sea without an overnight stay, The St
Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi offers its Exquisite Island Daycation until 30 September 2026. Guests can enjoy access to Saadiyat Beach and the resort’s outdoor pools from 9am to 6pm, with passes priced at AED 250 per person including AED 100 dining credit, or AED 450 per couple including AED 200 dining credit.
Named the World’s Leading City Beach Resort 2025, the resort pairs its beachfront setting with Iridium Spa, multiple swimming pools and dining experiences including Sontaya and Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi. With Saadiyat Island’s cultural attractions close by, it’s easy to add an afternoon at Saadiyat Cultural District before returning to the resort for sunset.
4. Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas – kids stay and dine free, plus a room upgrade
Families can make their stay go further at Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, with daily breakfast plus a choice of lunch or dinner, complimentary stays and dining for children up to 12, a complimentary room upgrade subject to availability and late checkout. Rotana DISCOVERY members can also unlock an additional 10% off the lowest rate. The package is available until 30 September 2026.
Recognised as the Best Luxury Family Beach Resort – Middle East at the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2025, Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas is well suited to a family escape. Adults can unwind at Zen the Spa or enjoy the beach, pool and tennis courts, while younger guests can make the most of Aladdin’s Cave kids’ club and mini golf.
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Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island – all-inclusive, plus a complimentary theme park ticketFor those who want as much as possible taken care of from the moment they check in, Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island takes things a step further. Alongside its all-inclusive experience, each paying adult and child receives a complimentary ticket to one Yas Island theme park, with a choice of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi or SeaWorld Yas Island.
Named the Middle East’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2025, Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island gives families plenty to fill their stay without having to plan every detail. Guests have access to the Rixy Kids Club, gym, beach and spa, alongside water play areas, family entertainment and an extensive selection of dining. Adults can also unwind with a traditional Turkish Hammam or treatment at Anjana Spa.
And there’s plenty more beyond the hotels
A stay on Saadiyat Island puts some of Abu Dhabi’s leading cultural experiences within easy reach. Explore timeless artworks at Louvre Abu Dhabi, step inside the immersive world of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, journey through billions of years of natural history at Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi or discover the story of the UAE at the Zayed National Museum.
Add beachfront dining, strolls along Mamsha Al Saadiyat and a round at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, and there’s plenty to fill a final summer weekend – both in and out of the hotel grounds.