There’s a spring in all our steps this summer now we know that Eid Al Adha holidays will run from July 8 – July 11 for the public sector and private sector, which means time to book Eid Al Adha staycation deals!
We’d suggest going ahead and locking down one of these luxurious Eid Al Adha staycations anyway because they’re getting booked up quick!
Depending on whether you want to hit the E11 and brave a road trip to one of the other emirates, or if you’re content discovering the bounties on offer within DXB city limits, we’ve categorised it for easy decision-making.
Hit the Road
1. Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort
Where there is a villa, there is a way. A way to make this Eid Al Adha the most adrenaline-packed weekend if this five-star beachfront resort’s getaway offer is anything to go by. When you check into one of their luxurious whitewashed villas for 3 nights or more, you’ll be doing more than just lounging around throwing back sundowners.
Guests will also be handed a voucher that’s a license for thrills in the mountains of Ras Al Khaimah – you’ll get two free Jais Sledder tickets, a 30% discount on Jais Flight, the world’s longest zipline, and also discounted meals at 1484 by Puro, the UAE’s highest restaurant. The offer also throws in complimentary bus shuttles from different points in the city on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday so you don’t have to worry about driving.
Price: Villas start from AED 750 per night, per villa
For bookings: Call 07 228 8844 or email Reservations_RakResort@hilton.com
2. The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah
We’re aware that under no circumstances, not even rush hour traffic, does travelling from Dubai to Sharjah count as a road trip. But even the 20-minute drive into our neighbouring emirate can turn into an adventure when the destination is this historical hotel.
The Chedi Al Bait is part of an Emirati conservation project, which means you’ll be dreaming sweet dreams in rooms constructed on the foundations of heritage buildings that are over a 100 years old. Since you’ll technically be travelling back in time, this definitely can be filed under road trip. We rest our case.
Over the Eid break, the luxury resort (Sharjah’s first, in fact) is letting UAE residents enjoy its heritage rooms for less.
The UAE/GCC residents offer also gets you a 10% discount across in-house restaurants, and complimentary breakfast, and when applied to one of the two Al Bait Heritage Suites – rooms featuring walls and details of an actual historical house – guests can reserve the suites for AED 1,666.
Additionally, you can also book into their ‘Rejuvenate in Style’ staycation package and enjoy a free 60-minute Balinese massage for two people per stay, accompanied by daily breakfast.
Price: Deluxe rooms from AED 733 per night with UAE resident offer
Deluxe rooms from AED 1,200 with Rejuvenate in Style offer
For bookings: Call 06 5025555 or visit here
3. Ajman Hotel by Blazon, Ajman
Ajman’s pristine beaches are often overlooked for the more far-flung shores of Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. When you set up base at the Ajman Hotel over the Eid break, you can kick back and relax in one of their suites as part of an all-inclusive deal. You’ll wake up to complimentary breakfast, access to a 400-metre stretch of private white sand beach, access to a pool, dining credit to splurge on at the hotel’s beach bar Zanzibar or Indian fine-dining restaurant Bukhara.
Price: From AED 1,499 per night for Junior Sea View Suites
For bookings: Call 050 634 5865 or email reservations@hotelajman.com
4. Intercontinental Fujairah
Nestled on the prime strip of Fujairah’s Al Aqah beach, this resort combines the best of both a mountain and a beach getaway. Their Ultimate Family Getaway offer is valid through Eid Al Adha holidays and includes getting a second room at half price when you book a one-night stay in a Classic Garden View room. Besides a spacious balcony and views for days, you’ll also get 15% discounts on pampering massages at the luxe O Spa by L’Occitane, and 25% off on bills at their F&B outlets. Offer is valid until July 31.
Price: From AED 450
For bookings: Call 09 209 9999 or email Reservation.fjrae@ihg.com
Deep Dive into Dubai
5. Th8 Palm, Palm Jumeirah
This gorgeous new boutique hotel on the West Crescent in the Palm boasts the Art Deco elegance of Miami paired with soaring city views of Dubai. They’re running a steal of an Eid getaway offer that packs in F&B discounts, complimentary breakfast and accommodation for less than AED 500.
Starting from AED 499 per room per night, guests get early check-in and late check-out, 20% off on in-room dining as well as eating in at the hotel’s restaurant Envy.
Price: from AED 499
For bookings: Call 04 5258888 or email hb5b6@accor.com
6. Kempinski Hotel, Mall of the Emirates
What if we told you that enveloping yourself in the hygge-style coziness of chalets in the Swiss Alps without every leaving Dubai is possible? Before you call us delirious, check out the Kempinski Hotel MOE’s staycation offer for Eid Al Adha long weekend. Overlooking the snowy peaks of Ski Dubai, the plush hotel is offering UAE residents 20% off on available room rates as well as its F&B outlets. To shred some slopes while you’re at it, book one of the Aspen Chalet suites and you’ll get two complimentary tickets to Ski Dubai’s Snow Park.
Price: Superior rooms start from AED 1,166
For bookings: Call 04 341 0000 or email reservations.malloftheemirates@kempinski.com
7. Palazzo Versace Dubai
Haute-foot into straight into the Renaissance at this opulent hotel modelled after a 16th century Italian palace, but located just a stone’s throwaway from the Jadaff Waterfront. And you can do that for AED 1,000-a-night staycation package that includes boarding in a Deluxe room, daily breakfast for two adults at Giardino, the all-day restaurant at the hotel. The deal also hands out 20% discounts on massages at the hotel’s luxurious in-house spa, so it you enjoy a thoroughly relaxed staycation.
Price: from AED 1,000
For bookings: Click here or call 04 556 8888
8. Taj Exotica Resort and Spa Dubai, The Palm
The UAE’s first Taj resort is unlocking a host of fancy suites with their Eid staycation offers. You can level up your Eid celebrations by checking into one of the luxurious open Jacuzzi suites for AED 3,500 per night. It’s a chance to luxuriate in an open Jacuzzi overlooking the Arabian sea and recreate that well-known Santorini holiday photo-op. Perched on the resort’s higher floor, you’ll have unobstructed sunset views, a bathroom stocked with amenities from Hermès, daily breakfast, and Taj Club Lounge access.
Price: AED 3,500 per suite per night
For bookings: Call 02 75 4444 or email Reservations.exoticadubai@tajhotels.com
9. Caesars Palace Dubai, Bluewaters Island
Your summer staycay funds will go a long way the Dubai outpost of this popular Vegas resort. Caesars Palace adds two additional days when you pay for for a three-night or five-night stay. So you get to extend your stay for seven nights at the price of five and for five nights for the price of three, plus its inclusive of breakfast. The theme of thrifty luxury continuous throughout the resort – guests also enjoy 30% off on weekday dinners from 6pm-8pm at some of the city’s top-notch restaurants that are Michelin Guide recommended such as Hell’s Kitchen and Demon Duck. Kids aged 12 years and younger eat free for every paying adult at Venus Ristorante and Bacchanal.
Price: From AED 1,456 per night for Palace Deluxe rooms
For bookings: Call 04 556 6666 or email stay@caesarsdubai.ae
10. The St Regis Dubai, The Palm
Indulge in some glamorous five-star service at The St. Regis, The Palm during your Eid break. They’ve got a special summer staycation offer for the Deluxe King rooms that’ll get you a night’s sleep in a city-view room, complimentary breakfast and 25% discounts on F&B and spa treatments.
The mall’s directly connected to Nakheel Mall, so you can plan shopping excursions in between all the rest and relaxation.
Price: From AED 1,637 per night
For bookings: Call 04 218 0000 or visit www.stregisdubaithepalm.com
11. Studio One Hotel, Studio City
For a fun family getaway, check into this boutique four-star hotel’s Eid staycation deal that’s valid from July 8- July 18. The ‘Stay-cay The Eid Way’ offer packs in everything that makes a hotel stay a fun family activity – impeccable service, stay in spacious digs themed after Hollywood stars, sumptuous daily breakfast, free cinema screenings at 12pm and 7pm at The Screening Room (subject to availability), and early check-in and late check-out. Kids can enjoy free reign of the games and karaoke rooms, which is your cue to hit the pool or spa. The hotel also offers early check-in and late check-out.
Price: AED 510 for two adults and two children per night
For bookings: Call 800 788346 or visit www.studioonehotel.com