13 last-minute staycation deals for the long weekend in the UAE
The weekend is closer than ever and an extra day off on Friday is the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a staycation. There’s a long weekend loading and it couldn’t get here sooner. The public holiday for Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday is on Friday, August 28, giving UAE residents the perfect reason to get […]
There’s a long weekend loading and it couldn’t get here sooner. The public holiday for Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday is on Friday, August 28, giving UAE residents the perfect reason to get in a summer staycation. We’ve collected some of the best staycation deals in Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE in case you get some last-minute cabin fever. From stunning mountain escapes to spacious water-front rooms, here’s where you can break from reality for a little while before the last quarter of the year sets in. With panoramic views of Abu Dhabi city, the Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island is the perfect relaxing escape for the long weekend. The hotel is currently running a stay and save offer. Guests who book a stay for more than two nights can enjoy 15% off their room rate. Book your stay directly on the Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi website to redeem the offer. Luxury at a steal is the perfect way to end the summer months. Crowned the nation’s Favourite Beach Hotel at this year’s What’s On Awards, InterContinental Abu Dhabi is the perfect family getaway this weekend. Guests can enjoy 50% off the second room when booking any room type with its current Family Getaway offer. The booking also comes with access to the hotel’s Bayshore Beach Club. This staycation is like no other. Themed around all things comic books and pop culture, the hotel will turn into entertainment paradise on Saturday, August 29. Guests can take part in gaming tournaments, tabletop roleplaying sessions, trading card battles, a Beat Saber VR challenge and the ever-popular Big Geek Quiz, alongside dedicated spaces to discover games, meet fellow enthusiasts and connect with creators. As the sun sets, the celebrations continue with Movie by the Pool, featuring an outdoor screening in Rove’s relaxed setting. Book your stay from AED 109 and enjoy a full day of gaming tournaments, tabletop roleplaying, trading card games, Beat Saber VR, the Big Geek Quiz. Surrounded by mountain landscapes abundant fresh air, this spot is the perfect escape from city life for the long weekend. With complimentary stays for kids under 12 and up to 35% savings available for GHA Discovery members, including guests who sign up before booking, families have the freedom to choose their perfect sanctuary, each overlooking the dramatic Hajar landscape.
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