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Outdoor hangout spots are scattered across the area
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Bab Al Nojoum has expanded its resort on Hudayriyat Island to include overwater villas. All photos: Victor Besa / The National
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The property houses 14 of the villas, as well as 17 beachfront units
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Guests can choose between a one or two-bedroom option for the beachfront units
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In the overwater villas, guests can opt for a studio or a two-bedroom unit
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Beachfront units have private swimming pools
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The ample outdoor spaces also include cabanas and sunbeds
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La Cocina serves European cuisine with a focus on Spanish dishes and excellent service
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Bab Al Nojoum beach
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Outdoor hangout spots are scattered across the area
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Bab Al Nojoum has expanded its resort on Hudayriyat Island to include overwater villas. All photos: Victor Besa / The National
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The property houses 14 of the villas, as well as 17 beachfront units
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Guests can choose between a one or two-bedroom option for the beachfront units
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In the overwater villas, guests can opt for a studio or a two-bedroom unit
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Beachfront units have private swimming pools
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The ample outdoor spaces also include cabanas and sunbeds
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La Cocina serves European cuisine with a focus on Spanish dishes and excellent service
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Bab Al Nojoum beach
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Outdoor hangout spots are scattered across the area
Hotel Insider: Not even rain can dampen Bab Al Nojoum Hudayriyat's charm
Luxury ocean view and overwater villas are the latest additions at the Abu Dhabi adventure playground
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