STAYCATION NATION

STAYCATION STAYCATION NATION NATION

Brilliant summer deals right here in Abu Dhabi

Emirates Palace

It doesn’t get much more lavish and luxurious than Emirates Palace, and this summer you can book a stay for less with its Staycation by MO offer. Pack your bags and head along the Corniche and you can check into the swish hotel for a night and enjoy complimentary breakfast at Le Vendome, early check-in, late check-out until 3pm, 10 per cent on spa treatments, and daily dining credit of Dhs150 when booking a room and Dhs350 when booking a suite (which can be used at any of the operating restaurants within the hotel as well as inroom dining). Average August rates start from Dhs1,300. a Emirates Palace. Tel: (0)2 690 8888. mandarinoriental.com

The Abu Dhabi Edition

Go big or go home with The Abu Dhabi Edition’s summer staycation special. Expect 48 hours of uninterrupted pampering in the lap of luxury, starting with an early check-in for a two-night stay at the Royal Penthouse. Included during the stay is a customised massage, blowdry at the Rossano Ferretti Hair Spa, a four-course tasting menu and curated wine pairing at The Oak Room, plus breakfast in Market, afternoon dining at Alba Terrace and a private VIP table at party spot Annex. To conclude this summer escape package, The Abu Dhabi Edition also includes a late checkout. The ultimate staycation rates start at a whopping Dhs21,350. a The Abu Dhabi Edition. Tel:(0)2 208 0000. @abudhabiedition

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas

When you book the ‘Ultimate Summer Getaway’ staycation deal at Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, you’ll enjoy daily breakfast at Sim Sim for up to two adults and two children (under 12 years). Plus, Dhs200 daily resort credit (or Dhs300 when you book a suite), which can be spent in any of the hotel’s bars or restaurants, Dhs100 spa voucher to be spent at Zen the spa, and daily access to the Aladdin’s Cave kids’ club. Average August rates start from Dhs840 per night. a Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas. Tel: (0)2 697 000. rotanatimes.com

W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island

Treat your family to a mini break at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island this summer and sign up for the Little Ones Gone Wild package. You’ll all get to play at any one of Yas’ theme parks and enjoy complimentary daily breakfast at Garage. Rates include two adults and two children (under 12 years). Average August rates start from Dhs955. a W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island. Tel: (0)2 656 0000. marriott.com

Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi

Stay three nights and only pay for two at the luxurious Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island this summer, amidst swaying palm trees, lush manicured gardens and the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf. a Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi. Tel: (0)2 407 1234. parkhyattabudhabi.com

InterContinental Abu Dhabi

Book a ‘Dine Around’ stay at InterContinental Abu Dhabi to enjoy a lavish breakfast at Selections and lunch or dinner at one of the selected award-winning restaurants, including Byblos Sur Mer, Fishmarket and Cho Gao. Rates start at around Dhs770 per night in a sea view room for the ‘Dine Around’ package, although it varies. a InterContinental Abu Dhabi. Tel: (800) 424 6835. @interconad

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr

If you don’t make it to our What’s On Lock In staycation on August 6 to 7, don’t panic. You can still enjoy the wonders of this lovely hotel throughout the summer with its UAE residents’ deal that includes 20 per cent discount on all restaurants, plus gym and beach access and free breakfast. Call the hotel directly, and expect rates to start around Dhs480. a Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Tel: (0)2 654 3333. fairmont.com

The WB Abu Dhabi

Solidify your position as best parent ever by booking a stay in the world’s first Warner Bros. themed hotel with 25 per cent off regular rates as part of the Hilton summer sale. Included in your stay is access to the What’s On award-winning Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi theme park. a The WB Abu Dhabi, Yas Island. Tel: (0)2 815 0000. hilton.com

Yas Plaza Hotels

A truly exceptional deal, Yas Plaza Hotels is offering a credit-back offer that means you stay at one of the hotels for free. The offer gives you your room rate back to spend as food and drink credit in participating Yas Plaza Hotels. For fourstar hotels, it’s Dhs550 per room, and you get Dhs550 of that back as dining credit to spend in all participating four-star hotels in the Yas Plaza Hotel group. For three-star hotels, it’s Dhs450 per room, and you get Dhs450 of that back as dining credit to spend in all participating three-star hotels in the Yas Plaza Hotel group. a For more information, or to book call: (0)2 656 2000, or email: info@ yasplazahotels.com.

Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi Corniche

Enjoy the perks of being a UAE resident this summer and take advantage of the ‘beachfront summer escape’ package at Radisson Blu Corniche. In addition to late check out (at 3pm), and private beach access, guests receive Dhs300 daily dining credit to enjoy at the resort’s restaurants. Plus, two children (under 12 years) stay free when sharing with parents. August room rates start at Dhs479 per night (with Dhs300 F&B credit). a Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi Corniche. Tel: (0)2 656 2000. radissonhotels.com

EAT + DRINK + SHOP

RATING

FOOD A+ to C-

VIBE Family Friendly Party Casual Romantic Fancy

PRICE (FOR TWO) Up to Dhs249 Dhs250 to Dhs749 Dhs750+

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