Abu Dhabi’s newest dining and nightlife destination is introducing a new line-up of outdoor entertainment at Yas Bay Waterfront during the cooler months. Set to take place every weekend starting this Friday, the sessions will begin at 5.30pm and run until late.
Called Yas Bay Waterfront Weekends, the new calendar event will feature live music of different genres performed along the three-kilometre boardwalk.
Jazz and classical music can be heard near the entrance of Yas Bay Waterfront while Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, which sits opposite Pier 71, will have live western music.
Walking further along, there will be a “unique sounds” spot (think the hand pan and steel pan) near Etihad Arena while fusion sounds will be played near the giant underwater sculpture towards the end of the boardwalk. Performers here will put their own spin on some of the world’s most famous songs to create unique symphonies.
What to expect at Yas Bay Waterfront
Yas Bay Waterfront opened in December on Yas Island. In addition to restaurants and lounges, it also has a large and wide boardwalk that offers views of the Arabian Gulf as well as the Al Raha Beach skyline.
There are bespoke artworks that have been commissioned and dotted around the attraction. For example, behind Pier 71 is a giant astronaut resting on a bench, while near Etihad Arena is an unmissable large sculpture emerging from the water.
In terms of dining, currently on offer are Hunter & Barrel, Asia Asia, Daikan, Lock Stock & Barrel, Paradiso, The Lighthouse, Akiba Dori, Emmy Squared, Zeera and Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar. There are more concepts still to come.
Popular Ibiza hot spot Cafe del Mar also has an outpost here. The laid-back beach club is also in Australia, Thailand, Brazil and Azerbaijan, to name a few of its locations.
It brings with it an infinity pool that overlooks the water and cabanas that come with their own Jacuzzi. On the menu are Mediterranean-inspired dishes and Middle Eastern favourites. There’s also a DJ.
Finally, the five-star waterfront resort Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is a family-friendly destination with 545 guestrooms, including 59 suites.
The resort blends a marine-inspired palette with a sleek design that fuses simplicity and modernity. Right on the water's edge, it has a huge outdoor pool complex lined with palm trees and water features.
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The new Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island at Yas Bay in Abu Dhabi. All photos by Victor Besa / The National -
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is the first hotel to open at Yas Bay. -
The entrance lobby at the newly opened Hilton Yas Island Abu Dhabi. -
The luxury resort has 545 guestrooms, including 59 suites. -
Rooms have an ocean-inspired color scheme and ocean, bay or pool views. -
Safety is a priority at the new five-star family resort. -
Osmo Lounge and Bar serves afternoon tea, coffee, snacks and sundowners. It also has a lovely terrace option. -
The hotel's fully equipped fitness suite. -
The hotel makes the most of its waterfront location. -
Live cooking stations at Graphos Social Kitchen allow a level of interaction and theatre, in a socially distanced manner. -
Socially distanced check-in with compulsory face masks, protective screens and a hand-sanitising station. -
Chefs at Graphos Social Kitchen, the upmarket food-hall style all-day dining restaurant. -
Rooms have some clever design features including sliding doors and concealed wardrobes. -
Suites have a lounge, pull-out sofa bed and full-sized dining table creating a home from home. -
The sleek modern design carries through to the bathrooms. -
More than half of the rooms at the new Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island have balconies. -
A deluxe two-bedroom suite at the new Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island.
