Nurai Island Resort

5.0 star property
Beachfront resort in Abu Dhabi with spa and outdoor pool
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Private beach
Sauna, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, deep-tissue massages
Terrace/patio
View from room
3 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Private pool
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Room options

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 300 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Beach Villa with Personalized Villa Host

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
2 bathrooms
  • 250 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Two Bedroom Pool House with Personalized Villa Host

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 300 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Villa, 5 Bedrooms (Estate)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 1600 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 5 Twin Beds

Villa, 4 Bedrooms (Water)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 933 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Two Bedroom Beach House with Personalized Villa Host

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
  • 300 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Sheikh Khalifah Bin Zayed, Abu Dhabi

What's nearby

  • Corniche Beach - 26 min drive
  • Al Raha Beach - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) - 16.8 miles/27 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Turtle Cove Cafe
  • Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
  • ستاربكس
  • Sama Lobby Lounge
  • Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi

About this property

Nurai Island Resort

Nurai Island Resort is a great choice for your beach stay in Abu Dhabi. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Frangipani, one of 3 restaurants, serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include a poolside bar, a fitness center, and a sauna.

Languages

Afrikaans, Arabic, Azerbaijani, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Malay, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Turkish, Ukrainian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 32 units

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Check In at welcome center]
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Reception instead of welcome center]
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • Children's club*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Private pool
  • Furnished patio
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Nurai Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, Thai massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Frangipani - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

A cover charge is payable onsite for visitors of registered guests: AED 350 per adult and AED 250 per child.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AED 150 to 300 for adults, and AED 75 to 150 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AED 600 per person (one-way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 1 2024 to February 18 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed during April and December.
This property will be closed from April 1 2024 to February 21 2026 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
 

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AED 600.0 per day
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 12 costs AED 250 (one-way)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Outside food is not permitted on the premises.
Up to 3 visitors are permitted in guest villas between 10 AM and 7 PM. Cover charges apply.

Also known as

Zaya Nurai Island Hotel Abu Dhabi
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Zaya Nurai Island
Zaya Nurai Island Resort Abu Dhabi
Zaya Nurai Island Resort
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Nurai Island Resort Resort
Nurai Island Resort Abu Dhabi
Nurai Island Resort Resort Abu Dhabi

Frequently asked questions

Is Nurai Island Resort currently open?
This property is closed from April 1 2024 to February 18 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does Nurai Island Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Nurai Island Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Nurai Island Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Nurai Island Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Nurai Island Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Nurai Island Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is AED 600 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nurai Island Resort?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Nurai Island Resort and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Nurai Island Resort includes fitness classes, Pilates, and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Nurai Island Resort also has a private beach, private pools, and a sauna, as well as a steam room, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Nurai Island Resort?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Regional cuisine.
Does Nurai Island Resort have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Nurai Island Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool and a furnished patio.

Nurai Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Ian, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Potential for Improvement
Upon arriving, we were greeted warmly by the friendly staff, indicating a promising start to our stay. However, as our experience unfolded, it became evident that there are areas in need of significant improvement, particularly in staff training and communication. One notable issue was the lack of training in handling client requests and complaints. While the staff remained courteous throughout our interactions, it was apparent that they struggled to address our concerns effectively. For instance, when we requested a late checkout, we were granted the extension but later received a call from reception asking when we plan to vacate our room. This lack of communication among staff members was concerning and disrupted our experience. Furthermore, upon dining at the hotel restaurant, we noticed a lack of ambiance due to the absence of background music. When inquired, our waiter mentioned that he used his personal phone to stream music, but it frequently encountered issues, resulting in silence. This not only detracted from the overall dining atmosphere but also reflected a lack of proper equipment and preparation on the part of the establishment. A proper orientation could have enhanced our experience and provided valuable information about the hotel's amenities and services. Unfortunately, this aspect was overlooked, leaving us feeling disoriented and uninformed. In conclusion, while the hotel shows potential with its friendly staff, there is a clear need for improvement
Khader, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Faozan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

This property is classed as a 5* but it's more like a 4*. The advert says personalized villa but there is nothing personalized about it at all. It's small things that I dont consider it to be a 5*, such as; Seating area to eat outside but no lights so had to use iphone light to see what we were eating. Furniture is not in-keeping with the theme of the place and the tables are from ikea. We took our dog and paid for the privilege however had to follow up for the dog bed and bowls. No welcome card, they put a letter through the door on the last day and wrote 'Mr' instead of 'Miss'. Room service food is not great, the fries were cold and pretty hard. Small world problems I know but for the price, there are better places to stay.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing stayed
khaled, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Must try
Amazing experience, very kids friendly . Staff are very helpful and friendly especially Jackie and Chris. All restaurants have fabulous food.
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay. Staff gave us excellent service especially the manager Arvind, and the yoga instructor, Sangita. A wonderful island escape, good food and lots of fun at the water park/pool with our kids
Emily, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous long weekend - the island reminds me of the Maldives. The service was excellent and the food was great too.
Lisa, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

5 star accommodation 3 star dining and pool service
David, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fatma, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

udai, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bader, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

woooow
we loved each moment there, the villa is really amazing with everything you need, the view was breath taking. from the moment we arrived till the last second the staff were taking good care of us. different type of restaurants serving all kind of food really it is an amazing resort that we will come back for it for sure
Hasan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful island and great beach villa
George, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great resort
Wonderful resort, I stayed in a one bedroom villa, it was great, especially the private tool. The ease of check-in and check-out. The staff were great and the service was excellent. The beach is beautiful and clean. I will repeat the experience again. Thank you all, especially to Jaqulelyn, for her kind treatment while arranging the reservation.
MOHAMMED, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My favorite place in UAE
Beautiful beach villa with our own pool and beach , just the right size island to walk or bike to restaurants and other pools and beaches. Very friendly staff and very accommodating to our needs and requests.
Renee, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful place
Mohammed, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Stay - Maldives in the UAE
We had an amazing 2-night stay at Zaya Nurai for my wifes special birthday. The resort, staff, private villa and in-room dining were amazing - the only slight downside was the dinner at Dusk restaurant which was under-whelming and average by the rest of the resorts standards. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a taste of luxury and relaxation.
Derek, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

From beginning to end the service and atmosphere was just so amazing. I hired a beach villa for my best friends birthday. Lindo was amazing with the plan. The villa was exquisite, the food and ambience was a delight. I would highly recommend to anyone.
Victoria, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Amal, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Marissa, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

1-night trip
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