Zaya Nurai Island is one of the most talked about, scroll-stopping destinations in all the UAE.
Famed for its elite-tier good vibes, white shores and crystal H20, it’s a little slice of paradise just off the coast of Abu Dhabi.
Not convinced by the hype? We’ve put together an essential guide to Zaya Nurai Island to answer all your questions in one convenient place.
Here is your essential guide to Zaya Nurai Island.
Can I stay overnight Zaya Nurai Island?
Probably one of the best pillows in the country on which to lay your head, there are five tiers of accommodation on the island: Beach Villa, Beach House, Sea View House, Water Villa and Estate Villa. A single night in the most affordable one-bed Beach Villa starts at Dhs2,900, and costs only get more mind-boggling from there. A two-night beach villa detox staycation offer is running through summer (Dhs8,500 until September 5), and covers absolutely everything you need to leave feeling right as rain, including a half-board package of revitalising food and drink.
Can I go to Zaya Nurai Island just for the day?
Day passes go for a very reasonable Dhs480 per person, Dhs420 of which is redeemable against either food and drink or treatments at the spa. This also includes speed boat transfer to and from the island.
Is there a brunch on Zaya Nurai Island?
We see you, brunch team. Yes, there is a brunch, laying on plates of sushi and sashimi followed by freshly grilled turf and surf, and moreish dessert trays. Bottomless drinks help keep the good times flowing and here’s our pro tip: redeem your Dhs420 of day pass credit against the brunch to get your money’s worth. The Frangipangi brunch runs from 12.30pm until 4pm. Soft drinks packages are Dhs350, house drinks are Dhs450 and bubble are Dhs600.
Are there other restaurants on Zaya Nurai Island?
If brunch isn’t your scene take in fresh sea fare at Hooked, get a mouthful of Mexican speciality dishes at Dusk, pick up a slice at pizza joint Smokin’ Pineapple, or seek out Asian-influenced cuisine at the Ginger Mermaid.
What treatments can I get at the Zaya Nurai Island spa?
This is hype luxe wellness at its irresistible best. Each treatment room boasts an ocean vista, with massages of all kinds, quiet places for meditation, a gym and yoga pavilion all combining to help recalibrate body and mind. And breathe.
Can I live on Zaya Nurai Island?
Oh yes, you certainly can. But you’ll need deep pockets (a fair few of them) to be able to afford one of the luxe waterfront villas on Zaya Nurai Island. Prices start from a cool Dhs18m. Better start saving…
How do I get to Zaya Nurai Island?
The speed boats that ferry guests back and forth dock at the Zaya Nurai Island Welcome Centre. They take 20 minutes and are a wild and blustery ride across the waves. Precious about your hair? Wear extra hairspray.
Is it expensive on Zaya Nurai Island?
Depends who you’re asking… but yes, for an overnight stay, Zaya Nurai Island lurches towards the spenny end of the scale. A pineapple-based island drink (served in a hollowed out pineapple, no less, costs Dhs100 – which is a steep price for the gram, we thinks. That said, everything else on the island is top, top quality, proving that you really do get what you pay for.
What else can I do on Zaya Nurai Island?
Quite a bit, actually. Out on the water guests can submerge themselves in scuba diving trips, snorkelling adventures, jump on a jet ski or skim along the waves via water ski. Kayaking, stand-up paddling boarding, fly-fishing and wakeboarding are just some of the other liquid-based past-times on offer (at an additional cost). For those looking to keep the adrenaline under control, the island is laden with walking and cycling paths, while you’re never far from a game of beach volleyball, badminton, basketball or footy. Provate tennis lessons can also be booked.
Can kids go to Zaya Nurai Island?
Of course, and little one are well catered for by the Petit Z kids’ club and water park complete with four slides and splash pool.
Zaya Nurai Island, zayanuraiisland.com (02 506 6222).
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