The Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Abu Dhabi

Where to Stay on Your First Trip to Abu Dhabi

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Visiting Abu Dhabi, UAE for the first time can be an exciting, yet overwhelming experience. With so many incredible hotels to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to stay. If you're deciding where to stay for your first visit to Abu Dhabi, we've compiled a list of the best hotels for first time visitors. We analyzed all of the hotels in Abu Dhabi based on price, location, amenities, guest ratings, and more to determine which would be the ideal places to stay for first timers. Whether you're here for just a few days or longer, these hotels offer the perfect combination of amenities, location, and price. For those visiting Abu Dhabi for the first time, it's important to choose a hotel in a safe and convenient area to make the most of your first visit. You'll want to be close to the activities, shopping, and dining options, of course. When looking for hotels, consider the amenities they offer. Some hotels may have a fitness center, a bar or restaurant, a pool, or even a spa. All of these features can add to your overall enjoyment if you've never been to Abu Dhabi before. Also, guest ratings and reviews are also important to consider when choosing a hotel. Whether you're visiting Abu Dhabi for the first time, or you're a seasoned traveler, the best hotels in Abu Dhabi for first-timers offer the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and affordability. So, here's our list of suggestions for your next trip.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

The St Regis Abu Dhabi

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $181 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for First-Timers
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Heated pool

Located at Nation Towers, The St Regis Abu Dhabi has great rooms from $181 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. It has a terrific 9.30 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 3.8 km from the city center, first time visitors will especially love scuba diving, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, rooms with kitchenettes, and child care at this relaxing hotel. Nothing says relaxation like having room service delivered.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Horse riding
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


Al Raha Beach Hotel

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $110 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Places to Stay for a First Visit to Abu Dhabi
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 5-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Heated pool

A great place to stay is Al Raha Beach Hotel which has nice rooms starting at $110. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center, it also has a great guest rating of 8.50 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Channel Street. This convenient hotel is also nice because it offers snorkeling, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, rooms with kitchens, and rooms with kitchenettes which visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 21 km from the city center. You'll love relaxing in the heated pool after a busy day exploring.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Kitchen
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Table tennis
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool
  • Kids' club


The St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $217 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel to Make the Most of Your First Visit
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly

We found The St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $217. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 9.10 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at Saadiyat Island. You'll also find snorkeling, a bar, outdoor tennis, child care, and laundry services which travelers will love. And this fun hotel is just 9.9 km from the center of town. The pool here was very nice, relaxing, and fun.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Coffee shop
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


Zaya Nurai Island Resort

5-star Resort with prices starting at $823 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Great Hotel for First Time Visitors
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Heated pool

With terrific rooms from $823, Zaya Nurai Island Resort, at Nurai Island provides an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a water park, and a restaurant. Its terrific guest rating is 8.50 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. New visitors will really like this amazing hotel which also offers a fitness center, scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, and a kid-friendly buffet. It's located just 20.1 km from the city center, too. Spending time at the water park is such a nice activity for kids and adults alike!

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Water park
  • Snorkeling
  • Kitchen
  • Spa
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Table tennis
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool
  • Tennis
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool
  • Kids' club


The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $178 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for Your First Visit to Abu Dhabi
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal has a great guest rating of 8.50 out of 10, and offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. The great rooms here start at $178 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at PO Box 91888, Khor Al Maqta’a. Furthermore, it also offers a bar, rooms with kitchens, child care, laundry services, and city views, which is nice for first time visitors. Just 13.3 km from the city center, this fantastic hotel is a terrific choice. Having the delicious restaurant in the hotel is an added bonus.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family rooms
  • Private pool
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


InterContinental Abu Dhabi

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $109 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Good Stay for Your First Trip
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 5-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

The great guest rating of InterContinental Abu Dhabi is 8.50 out of 10. This place has an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $109, and it's located at Bainouna Street. We also love the scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, and child care which are great for visitors. And since it's just 4 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. We love relaxing in a hot tub after a long day, and the one here is really nice.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Airport shuttle
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool


Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $208 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for Your First Time in Abu Dhabi
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Heated pool

A cool place is Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island because it has great rooms that start at $208. It has an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center, it also earned a great guest rating of 9.30 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at Al Maryah Island. Only 4.4 km from the city center, travelers will especially love a bar, rooms with kitchenettes, child care, laundry services, and a hot tub at this convenient hotel. It's always nice to have a kitchenette to cook some basic meals or have an easy breakfast.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Spa
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center Abu Dhabi

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $64 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for First-Timers
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for first time trip hotels.
  • Beach
  • Heated pool

Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center Abu Dhabi offers an outdoor pool, skiing, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center which we really like. The terrific rooms here start at $64 (before taxes). It's located at Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street (5th Street) and has earned a guest rating of 8.30/10. This fun hotel is also nice because it offers scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, and hiking which new visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 2.4 km from the city center. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for first time trip hotels.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Horse riding
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Heated pool
  • Coffee shop
  • Breakfast in the room


Park Inn by Radisson Abu Dhabi Yas Island

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $62 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Places to Stay for a First Visit to Abu Dhabi
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Family-Friendly

Located at P.O. Box 93725, Park Inn by Radisson Abu Dhabi Yas Island has great rooms from $62 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. It has a terrific 8.20 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. You'll also find a bar, child care, laundry services, golf, and city views which first time visitors will love. And this amazing hotel is just 23.5 km from the center of town. We love a fun pool bar, and this one is a nice spot to chill and relax by the pool. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for first time trip hotels.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Coffee shop
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool


Crowne Plaza Yas Island

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $82 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel to Make the Most of Your First Visit
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for first time trip hotels.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Heated pool

A great place to stay is Crowne Plaza Yas Island which has nice rooms starting at $82. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a water park, and a restaurant, it also has a great guest rating of 8.10 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at PO Box 41880. Visitors will really like this fantastic hotel which also offers a fitness center, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, child care, and laundry services. It's located just 23.4 km from the city center, too. We found the price of this hotel to be a great value because the price is less than average for first time trip hotels.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Water park
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Coffee shop
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


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How much do hotels for first-time visitors cost in Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi Average First Time Trip Hotel Price
$107

Visitors will find a large range of terrific first time trip hotel choices when planning a visit to Abu Dhabi, UAE. The price of these first time trip hotels can vary according to location, type, and amenities. The average first time trip hotel price in Abu Dhabi, UAE based on data from 58 hotels is an affordable $107. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Abu Dhabi.

The average prices of our suggested first time trip hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $146
  • 4-star hotels: $61
  • 3-star hotels: $79
  • 2-star hotels: $48


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