Who else is already looking forward to the upcoming Eid Al Adha holiday?
A six-day holiday is on the cards for UAE residents who work from Sunday to Thursday, and although dates are subject to the sighting of the moon, it’s expected that the six-day break will begin on Monday July 19.
And in celebration of Eid Al Adha 2021, hotels and restaurants across Abu Dhabi are laying on special deals.
From super Eid staycations to lively brunches, meal deals and holiday escapes, we’re rounding up the very best Eid Al Adha deals in Abu Dhabi.
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Here is where to find Eid Al Adha 2021 deals throughout Abu Dhabi.
Eid Al Adha staycation deals in Abu Dhabi
Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences
Take advantage of the Eid Al Adha break with a cheeky getaway to this classy hotel on the Corniche. Starting from Dhs700 per night you can stay in a one-bedroom apartment and get breakfast as well as a 25 percent discount at Artisan Kitchen, Rosemary Rosé Lounge Bar, Morjana Lounge Café and Loop Pool Bar. Want to include brunch? Add an extra Dhs299 for brunch at Artisan Kitchen.
From Dhs700. Ongoing. Corniche (02 205 3203/4).
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Want to base yourself on the Corniche for Eid Al Adha in Abu Dhabi? Then check out this hotel’s family staycation and brunch staycation packages over the holiday. Treat the fam to a little city break with a deluxe guestroom inclusive of breakfast and dinner for two coming in at Dhs1,000. There’s also 20 percent discount on Conrad Spa treaments, food and beverage plus 30 percent off water sports at the hotel and kids under 12 get to stay free of charge. Looking to include brunch? The Eid brunch staycation will set you back Dhs1,295 but includes a superior guestroom, brekkie, Friday brunch at Nahaam or Saturday brunch at VaKaVa along with all the aforementioned discounts.
Brunch staycation: From Dhs1,295. Corniche Rd, Al Bateen; Family staycation: From Dhs1,000 (per night). Corniche Rd, Al Bateen, etihadtowers.reservations@ConradHotels.com (02 811 5666).
Erth Abu Dhabi
Experience some traditional Emirati hospitality over Eid Al Adha. Formerly known as the Armed Forces Officers Club, rates at Erth begin at Dhs400 per night for two, which also includes brekkie. Fancy something a bit more luxurious? Upgrade to the executive suite for Dhs600 per night with breakfast included. Bringing the kids along? Let them check out the in-house cinema.
From Dhs400. Sun Jul 18-Sat Jul 24. Khor Al Maqta (02 441 5900).
Remal Hotel
Escape the city this Eid Al Adha and head to Ruwais and the Remal Hotel. With staycations starting from Dhs399 per night, per couple, guests can enjoy brekkie and dinner at Falaj as well as a late check out at 5pm.
From Dhs399 (per night, for two). Sun Jul 18-Fri Jul 23. Ruwais (02 809 2222).
Pearl Rotana Capital Centre
Stay at the Pearl Rotana Capital Centre during Eid Al Adha and you can bag yourself discounted tickets to one of Yas Theme Parks, including Ferrari World and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, 15 percent off dining in the hotel and brekkie at Saffron Restaurant.
Prices vary. Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street, near ADNEC (02 307 5555).
Shangri-La, Qaryat Al Beri
Escape to an oasis of calm in the city with a staycation at this five-star hotel with unimpeded views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. With prices starting from Dhs795, guests can enjoy brekkie, 20 percent off in all the hotel’s restaurants and bars, access to the private beach and pools, early check in and late check out plus the opportunity to take a trip on an abra boat on the winding waterways through the complex.
From Dhs795. Until the end of Eid Al Adha. Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Khor Al Maqta (02 509 8630).
St. Regis Abu Dhabi
Sitting on the Corniche beach, this hotel is offering Eid Al Adha staycationers a chance to escape the city without leaving Abu Dhabi from Dhs875 (single occupancy). The Refreshing Escape package includes breakfast at The Terrace on The Corniche, lunch and dinner at The Terrace on The Corniche, Azura Panoramic Lounge or Villa Toscana, early check-in as well as access to a 200m private beach and swimming pool.
Dhs875 (single occupancy), Dhs1,100 (double occupancy). Mon Jul 19-Sat Jul 24. Corniche (02 694 4666).
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway with your partner or mates or a break with the fam, The Abu Dhabi EDITION has you covered. The Al Bateen Marina hotel Weekender package offers guests early check in and late check out, a choice of three brunches at the Oak Room, Annex or Alba Terrace, an overnight stay in a deluxe marina room with a balcony plus brekkie for two in Alba Terrace for Dhs1,300. Fancy taking advantage of the GCC Residents Package? The hotel is providing you an overnight stay, an evening meal and limitless breakfast at Alba Terrace for Dhs775 per night. Or should you wish to get the kids involved, The Abu Dhabi EDITION’s family-style package sees an amenity surprise, namely a kid’s teepee tent bed, access to the Family Lounge, chic swimming pool, daily breakfast in Alba Terrace and complimentary dining for kids under 12 from Dhs1,200. Question is, which deal are you going to plump for?
Family-style package: From 1,200 (two rooms per night). Until Sat Jul 31.
GCC Residents package: From Dhs775 (per night, per couple). Until Sat Jul 31.
Weekender package: From Dhs1,300 (two people). Ongoing. Al Bateen Marina (02 208 0000).
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Take in sunrises over Al Maqta Creek when you stay at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal this Eid Al Adha. Prices start from Dhs650 per night and guests will have full access to the beach and swimming pool.
From Dhs650. Until the end of Eid Al Adha. Al Maqta (02 818 8888).
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W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island
It’s time live it up this Eid Al Adha with the ‘Livin la Vida Local’ staycation as this flashy hotel. From Dhs750, you can receive a half board meal plan at the Garage as well as 35 percent off at the SPA. Bringing the fam? Kids under 12 go free.
From Dhs750. Until Aug 31. Yas Island (02 656 0000).
This group of hotels on Yas Island is offering staycationers some enticing deals for the Eid Al Adha break. The Yas Island adventure package sees guests gain access to Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi or Yas Waterworld plus a night’s stay from Dhs799. Fancy a shop? Go for the shop and stay package where from Dhs649 you can get yourself Dhs300 worth of vouchers for Yas Mall.
Adventure package: From Dhs799. Sun Jul 18-Sat Jul 24.
Shopping package: From Dhs649 (Dhs300 vouchers for Yas Mall). Sun Jul 18-Sat Jul 24. Yas Island (02 656 2000).
Eid Al Adha dining deals in Abu Dhabi
Al Rimal
Looking to have an authentic Emirati meal over Eid Al Adha? Erth Abu Dhabi is laying on an assortment of Arabic favourites and Khaleeji cuisine including hot and cold mezze, fresh seafood and meats with prices starting from Dhs199.
Dhs199 (soft drinks), 50 percent discount (kids between six and 12), free (kids under six). Fri Jul 23 12.30pm-3.30pm. Erth Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Maqta (02 441 5900).
Artisan Kitchen
Got your Eid Al Adha brunch plans sorted? No? Don’t worry as you can enjoy an Eid special brunch at Artisan Kitchen on the first day of the holiday from Dhs249. And what’s more, should you go for brunch, you can get a two-for-one deal on water sports activities like kayaking and stand-up-paddle boarding as well as relaxing SPA treatments. Can’t make Friday? Sample the new Eid menu starting from Dhs130 on the second and third day of Eid Al Adha.
Brunch: Dhs249 (food), Dhs349 (house drinks). Fri 1pm-4pm.
Dinner: Dhs130. Second and third day of Eid Al Adha. Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences, Corniche (056 992 2078).
Barouk
Do the taste buds enjoy the savoury tastes of Lebanese cuisine? Then this Eid Al Adha book a date with Barouk for a special four-course set menu starting from Dhs120. Want something with a bit more razzle dazzle? The restaurant is also hosting the Barouk Mashawi Festival on Friday July 23 where guests can get their lips around skewers of lamb chops, shish tawook, lamb ofta, arayes kafta, lamb tika and the joint’s signature ouzi from Dhs170 for two guests.
Dinner: From Dhs120. Mon Jul 19-Thu Jul 22 from 5pm until late.
Mashawi Festival: From Dhs170 (per couple). Fri Jul 23 from 5pm until late. Crowne Plaza, Yas Plaza Hotels, Yas Island (02 656 3000).
Berri’s
This Al Raha restaurant, which has been graced by celebrities like Bella Hadid and Mariah Carey, is offering kids under 12 a free meal for the first three days of Eid Al Adha when dining from 6pm to 10pm. And once everyone has cleaned their plates, sit back and take in the Eid Al Adha firework display from 9pm.
Free (kids under 12). Mon Jul 19-Wed Jul 21 6pm-10pm. Al Muneera Plaza. Al Raha (02 643 9555).
Cipriani Yas Island
This Yas Marina venue is celebrating Eid Al Adha with a new menu that includes lentil salad with prawns, orange, spring onion and cherry tomatoes to kick-off proceedings before moving onto homemade bigoli with duck ragu or oven roasted lamb shoulder with mashed potatoes for the mains. And for the sweet toothed, tuck into a Napoleon cake with strawberry to finish.
Yas Marina, Yas Island (02 657 5400).
Hickory’s Restaurant
Normally the preserve of golfers who looking to complete their scorecard at the 19th hole, Hickory’s Restaurant is throwing up plenty of dining deals for you to get your teeth into. From Sunday July 18 to Saturday July 24, you can sink pancakes along with a free cup of coffee or orange juice for just Dhs65. Fancy a bit more? Upgrade your day on Friday July 23 with a special Eid Al Adha brunch consisting of a choice of mezzah, salads, soup, lamb ouzi as well as a special sweets corner starting from Dhs150.
Dhs65 (pancakes). Sun Jul 18-Sat Jul 24 6.30am-11.30pm. Dhs150 (food), Dhs299 (unlimited house drinks). Fri Jul 23 12.30pm-3.30pm. Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 404 3077).
Horizon restaurant
Not in the mood to do any cooking over Eid Al Adha? Horizon restaurant at Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana is dishing out a buffet of worldwide cuisine for lunch and dinner every day plus three days of brunches. For Dhs159, you can enjoy an unlimited dinner buffet including soft beverages from Monday July 19 to Friday July 23 consisting of Mediterranean (Monday), Italian (Tuesday), Wednesday (Mexican), Thursday (seafood) and Friday (Levantine). For lunch, guests can sample an international buffet for Dhs139. Want to go big with brunch? Have your pick of Thursday, Friday or Saturday at this relaxing eatery where from Dhs139, brunchers can gobble up as many bites as they can handle. And if you fancy, you can add pool access for an extra Dhs60.
Brunch: Dhs139 (soft drinks), Dhs199 (pool access), Dhs79 (kids), Dhs119 (pool access). Thu Jul 22-Sat Jul 24 1pm-5pm. Dinner: Dhs159 (soft drinks), half price (kids between six and 12), free (kids under six). Mon Jul 19-Fri Jul 23 6.30pm-10.30pm. Lunch: Dhs139 (soft drinks), half price (kids between six and 12), free (kids under six). Mon Jul 19-Fri Jul 23 12.30pm-3.30pm. Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana, Corniche (02 657 0000).
Jing Asia
This pretty Asian restaurant at the Crowne Plaza is running a number of dining deals for Eid Al Adha which will stop any rumbling from tums over the holiday… and it’s all about the number 149. From Monday July 19 to Friday July 23, you can tuck into the Eid celebration dinner from Dhs149. Prefer to brunch up your Eid Al Adha? Go for the grand Eid family brunch on Thursday July 22 or Friday July 23 for Dhs149. Hankering for dim sum? On Saturday July 24, eat all the dumplings you want from 12.30pm to 4pm for, you guessed it, Dhs149.
Brunch: Dhs149. Thu Jul 22-Fri Jul 23 12.30pm-4pm. Dinner: Dhs149. Mon Jul 19-Fri Jul 23, 7pm-11pm. Dim Sum: Dhs149. Sat Jul 24 12.30pm-4pm. Crowne Plaza, Yas Plaza Hotels, Yas Island (02 656 3000).
Khayal
This popular spot in the Marriot Al Forsan will be laying on a buffet of international fare including Asian, Indian and Italian alongside traditional dishes for Eid Al Adha. With two sittings, you can enjoy an Eid Al Adha lunch from 12.30pm to 3.30pm or an Eid Al Adha dinner from 6.30pm to 10.30pm for Dhs199 on the first and second day of the holiday.
Dhs199 (food and unlimited juices), Dhs85 (kids between six and 11 years old), free (under six). Lunch: first and second day of Eid Al ADha, 12.30pm-3.30pm. Dinner: 6.30pm-10.30pm. Marriott Hotel Al Forsan Abu Dhabi, Al Fursan street, Khalifa City A (02 201 4131).
Majlis Lobby Lounge
Hummus, muttabal, fattoush, tabbouleh, fried kibbeh, sambusek and makanek sound like dishes that would tickle your palate? Then for Eid Al Adha, make an appointment with Majlis Lobby Lounge where you can indulge in these Levantine dishes for Dhs260.
Dhs260 (per person). Sun Jul 18-Sat Jul 24. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5520).
Moksh
Chomp down on more than 20 different varieties of food for Dhs498 every day of Eid Al Adha at this swish location at the base of the Etihad Towers.
Dhs498. Sun Jul 18-Sat Jul 24, 1pm-1am. Etihad Towers, Corniche (050 447 4805).
Osmo – Lounge and Bar
Fancy a spot of tea over the Eid Al Adha break? Osmo – Lounge and Bar will be offering people the chance to sip on tea and munch on delicious sweet and savoury bites while taking in the Eid Al Adha fireworks display on Yas Bay.
Dhs250. Three days of Eid Al Adha, 2pm-6pm. Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Yas Island (02 208 6900).
Pepper Restaurant
For Dhs139, gorge yourself on an unlimited lunch buffet at Pepper Restaurant in the Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan every day of Eid Al Adha.
Dhs139. Daily 12.30pm-4pm. Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan (02 501 6444).
Punjab Grill Abu Dhabi
At this swish restaurant, diners can sample a special Eid Al Adha food card including Gulf spiced shrimp with a vermicelli and masala omelette, ghouzi with Indian rice pilaf and khabees flavoured with passionfruit and saffron yolk.
Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Al Maqta (050 668 3054).
Sofra bld
On the first day of Eid and Friday July 23, savour a buffet brunch packed with delicious Arabian, Asian and European bites including seafood grills, barbecue, a variety of carvings, pizza-making, sushi, fresh oysters and a salad bar at this lively restaurant. Before finishing off the feast with various sweet treats including ice cream, fresh pastries (cakes, tarts and more), as well as waffles and pancakes from the dessert island replete with chocolate fountains.
Dhs279 (soft drinks), Dhs349 (house drinks), Dhs459 (bubbly). First day of Eid Al Adha and Fri July 23, 1pm-4pm. Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Khor Al Maqta (02 509 8555).
Urban Kitchen
One of the capital’s most popular brunch venues is hosting brunchers for the first two days of Eid Al Adha. With prices starting from Dhs135, guests can enjoy a buffet full of Arabian favourites as well as delicious desserts at Urban Kitchen in the Dusit Thani Hotel.
Dhs135 (soft drinks). First and second day Eid Al Adha, 7pm-10.30pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8137).
Eid Al Adha holiday offers
Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas and Anantara Layan Phuket Resort, Thailand
Phuket is opening to vaccinated tourists from Thursday July 1 meaning, UAE residents will be able to visit the Thai island without having to quarantine. And if you’re looking for a Phuket getaway this upcoming Eid Al Adha long break, both Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas and Anantara Layan Phuket Resort are welcoming families with a special package. Both of the stunning resorts boast Thai-style villas with private pools, and families can check out the ‘Ultimate Family Vacation’ packages. Rates start from Dhs900 per night at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort and Dhs922 at Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, and the offer includes accommodation with breakfast, access to Anantara Vacation Club’s water park, kids’ activities, 25 percent off on spa treatments and food, non-motorised water sports, both early check-in and late check-out and more.
Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas: From Dhs922 (per night), anantara.com/en/mai-khao-phuket/offers/ultimate-family-vacation. Anantara Layan Phuket Resort: From Dhs900 (per night), anantara.com/en/layan-phuket/offers/ultimate-family-vacation.
Heritance Aarah, Maldives
Nestled on the Maldivian island of Raa Atoli, Heritance Aarah offers a stunning getaway in the middle of nature. And the resort’s new all-inclusive Eid getaway package has been specially designed for couples looking to get away for the upcoming long Eid Al Adha weekend. Priced at Dhs19,717 per couple, the all-inclusive package includes a stay in an Ocean Suite with a private pool for four nights, seaplane transfers, access to 11 of its restaurants and bars, island excursions, in-room premium beverages, and a floating breakfast for two. Sounds lovely.
Dhs19,717 (four nights). Thu Jul 1-Sat Jul 31. Heritance Aarah, Maldives, heritancehotels.com/aarah.
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives
Located on Vagaru Island, Shaviyani Atoll, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa is offering a stress-free family holiday this Eid Al Adha. When staying for a minimum of five nights, the Eid Al Adha package includes a special Eid dinner during your stay (available from Thursday July 20 to Sunday July 25) featuring mezze, tandoori lobster, chicken pita pockets, kofta and Arabian sweets, daily buffet breakfast, daily lunch or dinner, and an Arabian cooking class. When booking just mention ‘JW EID Special’ and the package is yours.
Prices vary. JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives, jwmaldivesreservations@marriott.com.
Kuda Vilingili Resort Maldives
Escape the hustle and bustle this Eid Al Adha and hit up your own little island in the Maldives. Replete with gourmet dining options including Fire, Earth and Ocean restaurant, The Hawkers and The Beach Club, a beachfront spa, a 150m pool with sunbeds, cabanas and bars, a trip away to Kuda Vilingili Resort Maldives will help you recharge as well as provide you with some seriously good content for the socials. Oh, and did we mention it is also awesome for those who love to master the waves on a surfboard? Nice.
Prices vary. Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, kudavillingilli.com.
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, Maldives
The private island resort in North Male Atoll is accessible via a 15-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport, and the Eid Al Adha getaway at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa includes daily breakfast, the choice between a buffet or two-course menu for lunch, the choice between a buffet or three-course menu for dinner, daily use of snorkelling gear, stand-up paddle-boards and kayaks, plus use of the tennis courts with all the required equipment.
Prices vary, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, Maldives, marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/details/MLESI-sheraton-maldives-full-moon-resort-and-spa/OFF-10416.
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives
This gorgeous Maldivian resort on Emboodhu Finolhu Island is a top spot for a fun-filled getaway this Eid Al Adha. Located just a 20-minute speedboat ride from Velana Airport, the resort offers 64 luxurious sea view villas and suites for UAE residents to relax during this long weekend, and there’s the ‘Suite Saver’ package to be taken advantage of that includes 25 percent off any of the resort’s suites complete with butler service and a swish spa treatment. For guests staying three nights or more, the ‘International Getaway’ package includes breakfast and dinner. Are those bags packed yet?
Prices vary. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives, tajhotels.com/en-in/taj/taj-exotica-maldives.
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, Maldives
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is a top spot for a romantic getaway. The Eid Al Adha package includes daily breakfast for two, a daily 60-minute wellness session, a daily 60-minute spa treatment for two, use of snorkelling equipment and ocean kayaks for up to two hours, and access to the fitness studio and kids’ club (if you’re bringing the little ones along).
Prices vary. The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, Maldives, marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/details/MLEWI-the-westin-maldives-miriandhoo-resort/1353749.
W Maldives
Located in North Ari Atoll, this luxury private island resort has you covered this Eid Al Adha with its all-inclusive package. The Eid Al Adha getaway at W Maldives includes a daily buffet breakfast, daily three-course lunch and dinner for two, unlimited drinks from the all-inclusive beverages list, non-motorized activities and snorkelling gear.
Prices vary. W Maldives, marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/details/MLEWH-w-maldives/OFF-14245.
Eid Al Adha spa deals in Abu Dhabi
Ayana Spa
The holidays are here and you have earned a stress-relieving massage at Bab Al Qasr Hotel. When booking a 60-minute Swedish or deep tissue massage priced at Dhs399, you’ll receive a 30-minute gift voucher that can be redeemed within three months. Nice.
From Dhs399. Until Sat Jul 24. Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences, Corniche (02 205 9030).
Eid Al Adha classes deals in Abu Dhabi
Makerspace Al Zeina
Are you and your best mate looking to learn you tricks? At Makerspace Al Zeina, you can get creative and take advantage of a two-for-one promo on all Maker’s Meet Ups at Makerspace Al Zeina for the month of July. Classes include ceramics, sewing, knitting and crochet.
Two-for-one. Until Sat Jul 31. Makerspace Al Zeina block C1, Al Raha Beach Area (02 558 8624).
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