A long weekend is around the corner, with Friday marking the Prophet Mohammed’s birthday. This means many in the UAE will enjoy a three-day weekend. For those looking to take a break without leaving the country, there are plenty of staycation offers worth checking out.
From beachside resorts in Dubai to mountain escapes in Ras Al Khaimah, hotels across all seven emirates have deals in place. These include complimentary stays for children, spa discounts or free theme park access. However, note that some UAE resident offers require proof of residency, such as an Emirates ID.
Here are some options to consider from each emirate.
Dubai
Burj Al Arab
If you want more for your money at one of Dubai's most famed hotels, summer is the time to book. Stay at the Burj Al Arab for three nights and get a fourth night free, with breakfast and $100 (Dh367) in spa credit. Guests will also receive complimentary access to Wild Wadi Waterpark and exclusive access to the Summersalt Beach Club. Valid until September 30.
Call 04 364 7184 or email baareservations@jumeirah.com
Celestyal Cruises
Celestyal has launched a limited-time Sail & Save campaign with up to 50 per cent off on its Greek, Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf sailings departing between now and March 2027. All Arabian Gulf itineraries (departing from Dubai and Doha) also feature a children-go-free offer for those under 12, while selected cruises in 2026 and 2027 include a €50 (Dh130) shore excursion credit. Guests booking before November 30 can enjoy an extended CelestyalPay bonus, offering 25 per cent extra value on dining and beverage credit.
Visit celestyal.com
Queen Elizabeth 2
The QE2 has a limited-time Summer Staycation package starting from Dh399 per night. It includes daily buffet breakfast at Lido Restaurant, a complimentary heritage tour showcasing the ship’s history, and Dh200 in food and beverage credit per stay. Children stay and dine for free. The offer is valid for stays until October 15, with bookings open through September 30.
Call 04 526 8888, email reservations.qe2@accor.com or visit qe2.com
Sheraton Mall of the Emirates
Fresh from a renovation, the hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road has unveiled contemporary rooms and upgraded amenities. Guests booking a deluxe, grand deluxe or Amiri suite can enjoy 15 per cent off stays, with extras including two Ski Dubai tickets, Club Lounge access, late checkout until 2pm, laundry pressing and complimentary Wi-Fi. The hotel is directly connected to Mall of the Emirates and offers a hands-free shopping service for guests who want packages directly delivered to or picked up from their rooms.
Call 04 377 2000 or visit marriott.com
Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City
The Al Habtoor City hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road has a Splash into Back-to-School Fun staycation offer until September 30. Families can enjoy complimentary access to Legoland Dubai, Legoland Water Park, MotionGate, Real Madrid World or Wild Wadi Waterpark. The deal also includes daily breakfast buffet, five-hour access to the children's club, and 25 per cent savings on food and beverages. Children under five stay free, with up to two per room.
Call 04 435 5555 or visit hilton.com
Barcelo Al Jaddaf
Located in downtown Dubai, with Dubai Creek, Dubai Mall and J1 beach each a short drive away, Barcelo Al Jaddaf is ideal for those wanting to explore and enjoy hotel facilities in equal measure. GCC residents can get a 10 per cent discount when booking via Barcelo Hotel Group's website this summer, with breakfast included. Valid for GCC residents.
Call 04 596 9999 or visit barcelo.com
Banyan Tree
Step away from city bustle on the Bluewaters Islands retreat and enjoy 20 per cent off the best available rate this summer. Banyan Tree's Summer Getaway offer also includes complimentary daily breakfast and room upgrade, 20 per cent off restaurant dining, Dh300 spa credit per stay, early check-in and late check out and children under 12 stay and dine for free.
Call 04 556 6666 or email guestservice-dubai@banyantree.com
Atlantis The Royal
The hotel's Royal Staycation package includes up to 20 per cent off rooms, suites and penthouses; breakfast at Gastronomy; access to the fitness centre and wet facilities; and complimentary access to Nobu by the Beach, including a sunbed (reservation required). Guests also enjoy entry to Aquaventure World and The Lost Chambers Aquarium, plus a 15 per cent dining discount when signing up for the Atlantis Circle.
Call 04 426 0000, email theroyal.reservations@atlantisdubai.com or visit atlantis.com
Bab Al Shams
The desert resort, which reopened in 2023, has a staycation offer that includes 25 per cent off rooms and suites, 20 per cent off villas, daily breakfast and Dh250 in resort credit per room for spa or leisure. Guests also receive 30 per cent off desert experiences such as falconry shows and camel rides.
Call 04 809 6100 or visit babalshams.com
One&Only The Palm
UAE residents can enjoy a special offer that includes Dh1,000 in resort credit when booking a villa or Dh500 when booking a suite. The deal also includes a complimentary stay for children under the age of four and daily waterpark access.
Call 04 440 1010 or visit oneandonlyresorts.com
Siro One Za'abeel
The wellness-centric property has a Summer Reset staycation offer that includes 20 per cent off stays, with daily breakfast at Nette, access to complimentary fitness classes such as HIIT, cycling or Pilates, and access to curated workshops and sound healing classes.
Call 04 666 1700 or visit sirohotels.com
JA Ocean View Hotel
The Summer Breeze staycation at the hotel starts at Dh660 per night and includes half-board dining (children under 16 dine free), and 20 per cent off on house beverages and spa treatments. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 04 814 5599 or visit jaresorthotels.com
Address Beach Resort
The hotel in JBR has a summer staycation deal that includes daily breakfast or half-board dining, 25 per cent off food and beverages (excluding room services and meals at Zeta Seventy Seven) and 25 per cent off spa treatments, plus early check-in and late check-out subject to availability.
Call 04 879 8899, email stayatbeachresort@addresshotels.com or visit addresshotels.com
Kempinski Mall of the Emirates
The property’s SuiteCation offer – meaning a suite must be booked – includes 30 per cent off stays, Dh500 in dining credit, complimentary executive lounge access and two Ski Dubai tickets. It also includes 20 per cent off spa treatments, and early check-in at noon and late check-out at 3pm subject to availability. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 04 431 0000, email reservations.malloftheemirates@kempinski.com or visit kempinski.com
Abu Dhabi
Hilton Yas Island
Here's one for the families who'd decided to stick it out in the August heat; Hilton Yas Island is running a Kids Go Free promotion until September 30. Up to two children under 12 years old can stay for free when sharing a room with two adults this summer. The offer also included complimentary kids’ meals when booked on the same dining plan. Guests will also receive complimentary access to a Yas Island theme park with every night's stay.
Call 02 208 6888 or visit hilton.com
Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
The Adventure for All offer, valid for a minimum two-night stay, includes daily buffet breakfast at Crust, and unlimited access to Yas Island’s theme parks (Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi) with a quick pass to skip the queue for one ride at any park.
Children aged 11 and under enjoy complimentary park access with each paying adult (one child per adult) when sharing the same room. Guests can also make use of the complimentary Yas Island shuttle service from the hotel.
Call 02 333 2333 or visit fourseasons.com
W Abu Dhabi
The UAE resident offer includes daily breakfast at Garage Restaurant and two complimentary tickets to Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld or Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Book for two or more and get unlimited theme park access and a 20 per cent discount across all dining venues as well as the spa. The hotel also has a Kids Go Free offer, which includes complimentary entry for a child with a paying adult.
Call 02 656 0000 or visit marriott.com
Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi
The property’s staycation offer, valid for a minimum two-night stay, includes 30 per cent off the best available room rate, access to daily fitness classes, complimentary access to Karaoke Night on Mondays and full use of the recreation room for children aged 13 to 18. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 02 498 0000, email reservations.rixosmarina@accor.com or visit rixos.com
Jumeirah Saadiyat Island
The Saadiyat Island property has a staycation deal in which UAE residents can enjoy up to 25 per cent off the flexible rate with no minimum stay requirement. It includes daily breakfast, with half-board guests also receiving lunch or dinner at a designated restaurant. Guests have access to spa facilities, which include steam rooms, saunas, a salt room, a cold plunge pool and an ice fountain, as well as the gym and a selection of wellness classes. The offer is valid until October 10.
Call 02 811 4555 or visit jumeirah.com
Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi
The two-day Serenity Retreat offer includes complimentary breakfast served in-room or at The Cafe; a 75-minute hot stone massage; a 60-minute sound healing session; a 60-minute facial treatment; and a 60-minute yoga session.
Call 02 407 1234 or visit hyatt.com
Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa
The Ultimate Yas Island Staycation offer includes a double room for two adults and two children under 12, buffet breakfast at Sevilla and two general admission tickets to a Yas Island theme park such as Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld or Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.
Call 02 508 0703, email reservations.alraha@danathotels.com or visit danathotels.com
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
The Family Weekend Escape package is Dh3,599 and is valid for two adults and two children for two nights. It includes a free upgrade to half-board (inclusive of breakfast and lunch or dinner) with a Dh100 spa voucher. Children under six can stay and eat for free, while those aged six to 12 can stay and eat at 50 per cent off.
Call 02 697 0000 or visit rotana.com
Sharjah
The Chedi Al Bait
The Stay & Splash package at The Chedi Al Bait includes access to Al Montazah amusement park or waterpark, daily breakfast, Dh150 in spa credit and a complimentary upgrade. The deal also includes early check-in at noon and late check-out at 4pm subject to availability. This offer is available until December 31.
Call 06 502 5555, email reservations@chedialbaitsharjah.com or visit ghmhotels.com
Ras Al Khaimah
Rixos Bab Al Bahr
The hotel on Al Marjan Island is offering 30 per cent off summer stays until September 30, with rates starting from Dh1,620 per night when booked directly. The all-inclusive experience includes unlimited dining and beverages, access to eight temperature-controlled pools and a newly extended private beach. Guests can also enjoy daily fitness classes such as Pilates, yoga and aqua gym, plus live shows.
Call 07 202 0000 or visit rixos.com
Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort
The summer offer for UAE and GCC residents includes daily breakfast, 18 per cent off room and villa accommodation, and 20 per cent off on food and beverage. Two children, aged 11 and below, can stay and eat for free. Those booking a Peninsula Sea View Pool Villa or Over Water Pool Villa also get one 60-minute spa treatment; while those who book a two-bedroom the Anantara or Royal Over Water Pool Villa get 60-minute spa treatments for two. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 07 204 2222 or visit anantara.com
InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa
The Family Summer Escape deal is for two adults and two children, with those under 12 staying and dining for free. It includes daily breakfast at Saffar Restaurant, Dh150 in spa credit, complimentary access to Planet Trekkers Kids’ Club and health club, as well as access to the beach, infinity pool and tennis court. The package also offers 20 per cent savings on dining and 20 per cent on wakeboarding and water-skiing. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 07 202 6666, email reservations.icrak@ihg.com or visit icrasalkhaimah.com
Ajman
Fairmont Ajman
The All-Inclusive Family Gateway offers up to 30 per cent off the best available room rates, along with a room upgrade and an upgrade to the premium all-inclusive package. Children up to 12 can stay and dine for free, with access to the kids’ club and unlimited soft drinks and juices throughout the day. The deal also includes 20 per cent discount on watersports. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 06 701 5757 or visit fairmont.com
Umm Al Quwain
Vida Hotel Umm Al Quwain
The Endless Summer: UAE Residents Deal at this pet-friendly property offers up to 35 per cent off stays with complimentary buffet breakfast and up to 20 per cent off treatments at The Spa. There is also early check-in and late check-out, while children aged 12 and below can stay and dine for free, while also getting kids’ club access. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 06 706 5000 or visit vidahotels.com
Fujairah
InterContinental Fujairah Resort
The Ultimate All-Inclusive Escape offer is for UAE residents, and starts at Dh999 for stays from Sunday to Thursday and Dh1,299 on Friday and Saturday. It includes daily breakfast, lunch and dinner at Nama, access to the wellness facility, and access to Planet Trekkers’ Kids Club and Teen Club.
Call 09 209 9999, email reservation.fjrae@ihg.com or visit ihg.com
Address Beach Resort Fujairah
The summer deal includes 25 per cent off stays, with children under 12 staying and dining for free, in line with a meal plan booked by parents. Families can make the most of dedicated kids' clubs, temperature-controlled pools and child-friendly menus, while adults unwind with spa treatments and a range of dining options. This offer is available until September 30.
09 204 7666; www.addresshotels.com
Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort
The All-Inclusive Family Getaway includes a complimentary room upgrade and an upgrade to the premium all-inclusive package, along with 20 per cent off water sports and 40 per cent off spa treatments. Families also benefit from kids’ club access and all-day soft drinks and juices for children. This offer is available until September 30.
Call 09 204 1111 or visit fairmont.com
