Great Beaches in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the United Arab Emirates. From family-friendly public beaches and luxury beach clubs to pristine white sand beaches on Saadiyat Island, the capital offers something for every type of traveler.
Whether you are looking for crystal-clear water, beach clubs with sunbeds and food service, or simply a relaxing day by the sea, these are some of the best beaches in Abu Dhabi.
Kai Beach Saadiyat
Kai Beach is one of Abu Dhabi’s most beautiful public beaches. Located on Saadiyat Island, it offers white sand, turquoise water and a relaxed atmosphere that often reminds visitors of the Maldives.
Location: Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Contact
+971 50 283 5795
Opening Hours
Daily from morning until sunset
Entry Fee: Paid entry (weekday and weekend rates apply)
Facilities
- Sunbeds
- Umbrellas
- Showers
- Changing rooms
- Lifeguards
- Food and beverage service
Mamsha Beach (Soul Beach)
Mamsha Beach combines a beautiful beach with restaurants, cafés and a lively promenade.
Location: Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island
Contact
+971 56 538 9037
Opening Hours
Daily from 7:00 AM until sunset
Entry Fee: Paid beach access
Facilities
- Sunbeds
- Parasols
- Showers
- Changing rooms
- Restaurants nearby
- Covered parking
The beach is ideal for visitors who want to combine swimming, dining and a relaxed beach atmosphere.
Hudayriat Island
Hudayriyat Island has become one of Abu Dhabi’s most exciting outdoor destinations.
Location: Hudayriyat Island
Opening Hours
Daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Facilities
- Long sandy beach
- Sports facilities
- Cycling tracks
- Running tracks
- Food outlets
- Family areas
A great choice for active travelers looking for more than just sunbathing.
Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan By Rotana
Stacked with a 200-metre beach, this swimming pool is one of the largest in the capital and offers something for everyone with a picturesque lagoon in which to relax and superb sporting facilities for those in search of aqua adventures. You have the option to book a boat tour, or a Jet Ski Ride, Flyboarding, Wakeboarding and much more. Click here to book your Jet Ski.
Open daily from 7 AM till 7 PM
Entry Fee: Paid entry
Location: Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana, West Corniche, Opposite Emirates Palace
00971 2 657 0182
Cove Beach Abu Dhabi
Cove Beach Abu Dhabi have a dazzling array of promotions throughout the week that really is worth checking out too. The pool and beach passes are 200 AED on weekdays and 300 AED on weekends, and you’ll get the full amount back to spend on food and drink. They Take their ladies’ day for example on Sundays, where ladies get unlimited beverages from 12 PM to 5 PM and a lunch platter for 149 AED. Gents enjoy the same deal for 249 AED.
Entry Fee: Paid entry only
Location: Cove Beach, Makers District, Reem Island
00971 56 407 5405
Saadiyat Beach Club
For travelers seeking luxury, Saadiyat Beach Club is one of the most exclusive beach destinations in Abu Dhabi.
Location: Saadiyat Island
Contact
+971 2 656 3500
Opening Hours
Daily
Entry Fee: Premium beach club access
Facilities
- Private beach
- Infinity pool
- Luxury sunbeds
- Showers
- Changing rooms
- Restaurants and bars
- Spa facilities
This is one of the best choices for couples and luxury travelers.
The Bayshore Beach
A 300-meter-long sandy beach at the InterContinental Hotel with a palm garden and water sports facilities. If you don’t live in the hotel, you can buy a day pass for the beach and use it to go to the hotel pool and the hotel’s gym.
Open daily from 8 AM to 8 PM
Entry Fee: Paid entry only
Location: InterContinental Abu Dhabi, Al Bateen
Reservation necessary: +971 2 697 2317
Radisson Blue Beach Club Corniche
This beach belongs to the Radisson Blue Hotel Corniche and is at the western end of the Corniche. You can reach the beach via an underground tunnel. There are plenty of water sports on offer and the attentive beach staff bring cool drinks and food (on your own bill).
Open daily from 8 AM to 8 PM
Entry Fee: Paid entry only
Location: Radisson Blue Beach Club, West Corniche.
+971 2 681 1900
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri
The day pass at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri includes access to the hotel’s seductive ensemble of five-star facilities including the pool and beach. There is also a Boat Operator where you can book a Jet Ski, Flyboard, Wakeboard, SUP or a beautiful Boat Tour.
Open daily from 10 AM till 6 PM
Entry Fee: Paid entry only
Location: Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Maqta
+971 2 509 8555
The Nation Riviera Beach Club
Nation Riviera Beach is the golden sands of St. Regis Hotel and is located at the end of the Corniche. This beach is known for its VIP service. Pool, floating bar, jacuzzi, cabanas, supervised play area for children. Non-hotel guests pay for a day ticket and can enjoy this wonderful sunny spot as one of the beaches in Abu Dhabi.
Open daily from 6 AM to 8 PM
Entry Fee: Paid entry
Location: The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Nation Tower, Corniche
+971 2 694 4780
Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl
The pool and beach access at the Grand Hyatt’s beautiful facilities whether you visit on a weekday or on a weekend. And you get the full amount back to spend on food and drink. Enjoy your day with this great offer.
Open daily from 8 AM till 8 PM
Entry Fee: Paid entry
Location: Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl, West Corniche, Corniche Rd.
+971 2 510 1234
Zaya Nurai Island
Zaya Nurai is a private island and of course can only be reached by boat, which starts from Saadiyat Island. The journey takes 12 minutes. On arrival, you will receive a welcome drink before you enjoy the wonderful pool and the white sandy beach. There are 32 luxury villas on the island, each with its own access to the beach. If you just want to relax on the beach for a day, you can buy a day pass and feel like you’re right in the Maldives under umbrellas.
Open daily from 10.30 AM to 11 PM
Entry Fee: Paid entry
Location: Zaya Nurai, is a 15-minute boat ride from the Welcome Centre on the east side of Saadiyat Island, near exit 14 of Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Highway
+971 02 506 6274
Corniche Public Beach
Corniche Beach is one of the most famous public beaches in Abu Dhabi and offers stunning skyline views.
Location: Abu Dhabi Corniche
Opening Hours
Beach access daily, swimming from morning until sunset
Entry Fee: Several sections are free, while family areas have a small entrance fee.
Facilities
- Lifeguards
- Toilets
- Showers
- Changing rooms
- Children’s play areas
- Walking and cycling paths
Corniche Beach is perfect for families and visitors staying in the city centre.
Emirates Palace Beach
This one of the great beaches in Abu Dhabi is located directly at the legendary 7 * Emirates Palace Hotel. You are expected here with pure luxury. Many leisure activities and water sports are offered here right on the beach.
Entry Fee Paid entry
Location: Emirates Palace, Corniche Rd W – Al Ras Al Akhdar
+971 2 690 7311
Al Bateen Beach
Al Bateen Beach is one of Abu Dhabi’s best free public beaches and a favorite among residents.
Location: Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi
Entry Fee: Free entry
Facilities
- Lifeguards
- Toilets
- Showers
- Family-friendly areas
- Beautiful city views
The calm waters make it particularly suitable for families with children.
Yas Beach
Located on Yas Island, Yas Beach combines relaxation with water sports and island entertainment.
Location: Yas Island
Contact
+971 56 242 0435
Opening Hours
Daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Entry Fee: Day pass required
Facilities
- Sunbeds
- Cabanas
- Water sports
- Beach restaurant
- Showers
- Changing rooms
Perfect for visitors combining a beach day with Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld or Warner Bros. World.
Yas Island is known for families and leisure activities and of course the Formula 1 racetrack, but at the beautiful Yas Beach you can relax and enjoy a wonderful sunset. Many water sports enthusiasts, such as kite surfers, also come here. There is an adults-only pool party here every Friday. If you are a guest in one of the Yas Hotels, you have free entry.
Beach Rotana
On of the great beaches in Abu Dhabi belongs to the Beach Rotana Hotel. Pool area for adults and children, a 120-meter-long sandy beach, lifeguards, beach bar, restaurants, beach staff, and childcare, here you will find everything your heart desires.
Location: Beach Rotana Hotel
Entry Fee: Paid entry
- Sunbeds
- Beach restaurant
- Showers
- Changing rooms
Which Beach Is Best for You?
- Best luxury beach: Saadiyat Beach Club
- Best white sand beach: Kai Beach
- Best family beach: Corniche Beach
- Best city beach: Al Bateen Beach
- Best active beach: Hudayriyat Beach
- Best Yas Island beach: Yas Beach
No matter which beach you choose, Abu Dhabi offers some of the cleanest, safest and most beautiful coastlines in the Middle East, making a beach day an essential part of any visit to the UAE.
