Rating8.9
Rating8.7
Rating8.7The aqua park with wave pool is the headline family activity. Beyond that: kayaking, paddleboarding, beach yoga, daily guided fitness classes, and the roller skate pool service (a distinctive Rixos novelty). Non-motorized water sports are included; motorized and advanced water sports carry extra charges.
Large outdoor pool with swim-up bar access. The central social pool for most guests. Sun beds fill quickly from 8:30 AM in peak months.
Separated from the family facilities. Significantly quieter than the main pool. Best choice for guests wanting actual pool relaxation rather than active pool use.
Dedicated children's area with waterslides. Supervised during Kids Club hours.
The family activity anchor. Wave pool operates on scheduled intervals—check posted timing. Multiple slides and water features. The wave pool is the most popular element for ages 6–14.
Therapeutic pool with jet massage. Good for recovery after water sports or active days. Quieter than the main pools.
Accessible to guests in the private pool suite category. Completely private. The pool size is plunge-scale rather than lap swimming.
Full-size private pools within the villa compound. More spacious than suite plunge pools.
Villa guests access a shared pool area within the villa zone—more private than the main resort pools but shared among villa guests.
Saadiyat Island's beach is white-sand and faces the Arabian Gulf with calm, swimmable water. The resort holds a private stretch with Hawksbill sea turtle nesting activity (seasonal). Dolphins are occasionally spotted from the shoreline. The beach quality is among Abu Dhabi's best for swimming. Sun loungers and umbrellas provided. Non-motorized water sports launch from the beach.
From the private Saadiyat beach. Included. The calm Arabian Gulf here is well-suited to kayaking.
Stand-up paddleboarding from the beach. Included. Lessons available through water sports desk.
Water-based exercise mat classes in the pool. Included. Novel fitness format for guests who want activity without the pool's casual atmosphere.
Courts on property. Walk-in or reserve. Included.
Organized games with animation team. Included.
Morning yoga on the private beach. The Saadiyat beach location makes this particularly pleasant. Included.
Full schedule including Pilates, CrossFit, aerobics. Check daily program board. Included.
Bike-based exploration of the Saadiyat Island area. Check with concierge for current schedule. Included or extra charge depending on tour format.
Access the resort's well-equipped fitness center, featuring cardio machines, weight machines, and free weights.
A vibrant program for children aged 4 to 12 years, offering a dynamic itinerary of edutainment activities from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.
Children can enjoy thrilling water slides and a fun wave pool designed for their entertainment.
A dedicated club for teens aged 12-17, providing a safe and enjoyable environment with age-appropriate activities and games.
Enjoy a variety of evening entertainment including live music, DJ performances, and special concept parties.
Learn the art of mixology with complimentary cocktail masterclasses offered at the resort.
Experience lively DJ performances at Savanna Sol bar, running from 11 PM to 2 AM.
Embark on an exhilarating water-skiing adventure, available at an extra cost.
Experience the thrill of jet-skiing across the Arabian Gulf, an activity available for an additional fee.
Explore the underwater world with diving excursions, which incur an extra cost.
Improve your game with personalized coaching from professional tennis instructors, available for an additional charge.
Receive tailored fitness guidance and workouts from certified personal trainers, available at an extra cost.
Private swimming lessons for all ages are available with professional instructors for an additional fee.
Play a round of golf at the nearby Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, just a 10-minute taxi ride away, at an extra cost.
Enjoy shisha at designated areas, available for an extra charge.
Explore nearby attractions like Louvre Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, and Yas Mall, which incur additional costs for transport and entry.