As summer vacation approaches, hotels across the UAE are rolling out enticing staycation deals. Schools vary in their vacation start dates, with some commencing on June 28 and others extending until July 4. Regardless of your budget or preferences, the UAE offers a diverse range of options. Here's a selection of staycations to consider:
1. Budget Stay: Premier Inn Middle East kicked off a four-day Summer Flash Sale on June 25, featuring room rates from just Dh99, valid until September 30. This sale includes up to 40% off and complimentary breakfast for children on bed and breakfast bookings across their 11 hotels in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha.
2. Animal Encounters: Emirates Park Zoo and Resort offers unique experiences like breakfast with giraffes and parrots, or dinner with elephants. Guests can also engage in feeding various animals like ostriches, ducks, baby goats, and crocodiles.
3. Extended Savings: At Marriot Executive Apartments in Jaddaf, the longer you stay, the more you save. Discounts range from 10% for three nights to 20% for seven nights or more, valid until September 15. Children under 12 stay and dine free, and a complimentary shuttle service to popular attractions is provided.
4. Luxurious Villa: Anantara Mina Al Arab in Ras Al Khaimah features water pool villas with views of the Arabian Peninsula, complete with a personal chef and villa host.
5. Water Fun: Le Meridien Mina Siyahi offers private beaches, 6 pools, and 18 restaurants, with the Jungle Bay Waterpark being a family favorite.
6. Theme Park Adventure: Hotels on Yas Island provide a summer package where guests can access theme parks like Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros., and Seaworld for free during their stay.
7. Island Retreat: Bab Al Nujoum on Hudayriyat Island offers up to 30% off rates and a variety of activities from sunset to sunrise, including cycling, beach volleyball, open-air movie nights, and dining on a floating pontoon.