Delano Dubai is one of many hotels offering discounts over the Eid period. Photo: Delano Dubai
Delano Dubai is one of many hotels offering discounts over the Eid period. Photo: Delano Dubai
Delano Dubai is one of many hotels offering discounts over the Eid period. Photo: Delano Dubai
Delano Dubai is one of many hotels offering discounts over the Eid period. Photo: Delano Dubai

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun


Evelyn Lau
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With less than a week remaining of Ramadan, many people are starting to make Eid Al Fitr staycation plans.

Eid is likely to begin on March 30 or 31, depending on the sighting of the Moon. With hotels across the country offering special Eid deals, here are some options.

Dubai

Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach

Perched between The Walk, JBR and Dubai Marina, guests at this hotel who book a room or suite (two-, three- or four-bedroom) receive breakfast for four, and children under 12 stay and eat for free. Room guests get 25 per cent off the total bill at outlets, while apartment guests get a 30 per cent discount.

March 28 to April 6; Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai; 04 439 8888

Park Hyatt Dubai

Nestled along the Dubai Creek, the Park Hyatt has a Stay More, Pay Less offer that includes 15 per cent off rooms with a minimum of a three-night stay. There is an adults-only Lagoon Beach and two family swimming pools, as well as the Cave Kids Club, ideal for children aged three to 10. Guests also have free access to mini golf.

Dubai Creek, Dubai; 04 602 1234

Lapita, Dubai Parks and Resorts

Lapita hotel guests have access to nearby Dubai Parks and Resorts attractions. Photo: Lapita Hotel
Lapita hotel guests have access to nearby Dubai Parks and Resorts attractions. Photo: Lapita Hotel

The Polynesian-themed hotel has a Lu’Wow Weekender package that starts at Dh1,199 per night and includes free access to Dubai Parks and Resorts, including MotionGate Dubai, Real Madrid World, Legoland Dubai, Legoland Water Park, Riverland Dubai and Neon Galaxy Indoor Playworld. The hotel will also host an Eid Al Fitr brunch at Kalea Restaurant on April 1, starting at Dh299 per person.

March 31 to April 2; Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai; 04 810 9999

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City

The hotel has a beach staycation offer that starts at Dh462 and includes complimentary access to the Riva Beach Club at Palm Jumeirah. The package offers one ticket per person, per stay, including children.

Until April 30; Dubai Media City; 04 366 9111

InterContinental Dubai Festival City

Overlooking Dubai Creek, the InterContinental in Dubai Festival City has an Eid offer that includes breakfast and dinner for two at Anise and 25 per cent off dining and spa treatments. The hotel is also next to Dubai Festival City Mall, and parents wanting to shop can drop children at the Planet Trekkers Kids Club to enjoy rock climbing, arts and crafts, and more.

Dubai Festival City; 04 701 1111

Delano Dubai

Delano Dubai, which opened on Bluewaters Island last November, is offering a 20 per cent discount for UAE and GCC residents over the Eid period. With all the style of its Miami equivalent, the hotel offers both pool and beach access for daytime relaxation, and restaurants such as Blue Door and Tutto Passa for evening meals.

Bluewaters Island, Dubai; 04 556 6255

The H Dubai

The H Dubai offers a free shuttle service to Dubai Outlet Mall and Yas Island. Photo: The H Hotel Dubai
The H Dubai offers a free shuttle service to Dubai Outlet Mall and Yas Island. Photo: The H Hotel Dubai

The hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road has an Eid Al Fitr offer that includes a 20 per cent discount on the best available room rates, plus two children under 12 can stay and dine for free. Complimentary shuttle bus service to Dubai Outlet Mall and Yas Island is available for guests.

Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 1, Dubai; 04 501 8888

Conrad Dubai

The king executive room with a sea view at the Conrad Dubai. Photo: Conrad Dubai
The king executive room with a sea view at the Conrad Dubai. Photo: Conrad Dubai

The Conrad Dubai is offering an overnight stay for two in a deluxe room starting from Dh900. It also includes breakfast at Ballaro Restaurant & Terrace, a complimentary upgrade to the next room category, 20 per cent discounts on massage treatments and total bill at select restaurants and early check-in at 11am and late checkout at 4pm. The offer is available for stays from March 30 to April 6.

From March 30 to April 6; Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 1, Dubai; 04 444 7444

JA Palm Tree Court, JA Lake View Hotel and JA Beach Hotel

The three properties are at Jebel Ali Beach and have special discounts for Eid. This includes 20 per cent savings on rooms and suites, dining, spa and experiences, plus children under 12 stay and dine for free. Hotel guests also get complimentary access to the Eid Traditions & Tastes Market at Palmito Garden on March 30 and 31.

Jebel Ali Beach; Dubai; 04 814 5500

JA Ocean View Hotel Jumeirah Beach

The hotel's “Eid family stay and play” package includes a stay of two nights or more in a sea view room with a balcony, starting from Dh999 per night. It also comes with a complimentary buffet breakfast for two adults, 20 per cent discount on a second room for children, and those aged 12 and below can stay and eat for free. There is also a 15 per cent discount at all dining venues on site.

The Walk, JBR, Dubai; 04 814 5500

Hyde Dubai

Hyde Dubai in Business Bay has views of the Burj Khalifa. Photo: Hyde Dubai
Hyde Dubai in Business Bay has views of the Burj Khalifa. Photo: Hyde Dubai

Located in Business Bay, Hyde Dubai has an “escape and relax” offer from March 28 to April 5 that starts at Dh1,007 per night. It includes a complimentary massage at the hotel’s spa. The hotel also has an outdoor pool with a view of Burj Khalifa.

March 28 to April 5; Business Bay, Dubai; 04 871 1111

Legoland Dubai

The resort has a “playcation” offer that includes a 30 per cent discount on bookings until the end of March. All stays come with access to the Legoland Dubai Theme Park and the Legoland Water Park. The hotel is within walking distance of other attractions and shopping complexes, including Motiongate, Real Madrid World, Riverland, Neon Galaxy and Dubai Outlet Village. Guests who stay during Eid will also be able to get up to 50 per cent off on select Lego sets. The offer is on until March 31 for stays until February 28, 2026.

Until March 31; Dubai Parks and Resorts; 04 820 3123

QE2

The QE2 is Dubai's only floating hotel. Photo: Accor
The QE2 is Dubai's only floating hotel. Photo: Accor

QE2 is offering a package that includes a complimentary upgrade to a sea-view room of the same category and breakfast and dinner buffets for two at Lido, which will have an array of international cuisine and Eid-themed specialities. The hotel will also offer late checkout at 2pm (subject to availability) as well as a 20 per cent discount on food and drinks.

From March 30 to April 3; Bur Dubai, Port Rashid, 600 500400

Abu Dhabi

Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island

The all-inclusive resort on Saadiyat Island is offering 26 per cent off the best available rates for a minimum two-night stay. The hotel has a private beach and temperature-controlled swimming pools, as well as a wave pool. Children can also stay busy at the Rixy Kids Club, Kids Aqua Park and Teens Club.

Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi; 02 492 2222

Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi is offering a 15 per cent discount over the Eid period. Photo: Shangri-La Hotels
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi is offering a 15 per cent discount over the Eid period. Photo: Shangri-La Hotels

Book more three or more consecutive nights at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, and you can enjoy a 15 per cent discount. The offer includes daily breakfast at Dunes Cafe, and the beachfront hotel is also home to three further restaurants and four bars and lounges, as well as an Chi spa and health club.

From March 24 to April 12, Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi; 02 509 8888

WB Abu Dhabi

The WB Abu Dhabi family pool. Photo: Hilton
The WB Abu Dhabi family pool. Photo: Hilton

The world’s first Warner Bros-themed hotel has a family offer for two adults and two children that includes access to Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi or any other Yas theme park. This includes breakfast at Sidekicks, where WB characters make an appearance. The package starts at Dh3,015, including bed, breakfast and tickets for every registered room guest. Children under the age of 12 can stay, play and eat for free.

Until April 2; Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; 02 815 0000

Rosewood Abu Dhabi

Guests can also enjoy 20 per cent off culinary offerings at the hotel. Photo: Rosewood Hotels
Guests can also enjoy 20 per cent off culinary offerings at the hotel. Photo: Rosewood Hotels

The hotel on Al Maryah Island has a special weekend offer that includes a beach retreat package. It comes with daily access to Saadiyat Beach Club as well as complimentary breakfast at Aqua. Guests can also enjoy 20 per cent off culinary offerings at the hotel, beach club and Sense spa using the code “disbeach”.

Every weekend until September; Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi; 02 813 5550

Milestones on the road to union

1970

October 26: Bahrain withdraws from a proposal to create a federation of nine with the seven Trucial States and Qatar. 

December: Ahmed Al Suwaidi visits New York to discuss potential UN membership.

1971

March 1:  Alex Douglas Hume, Conservative foreign secretary confirms that Britain will leave the Gulf and “strongly supports” the creation of a Union of Arab Emirates.

July 12: Historic meeting at which Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid make a binding agreement to create what will become the UAE.

July 18: It is announced that the UAE will be formed from six emirates, with a proposed constitution signed. RAK is not yet part of the agreement.

August 6:  The fifth anniversary of Sheikh Zayed becoming Ruler of Abu Dhabi, with official celebrations deferred until later in the year.

August 15: Bahrain becomes independent.

September 3: Qatar becomes independent.

November 23-25: Meeting with Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid and senior British officials to fix December 2 as date of creation of the UAE.

November 29:  At 5.30pm Iranian forces seize the Greater and Lesser Tunbs by force.

November 30: Despite  a power sharing agreement, Tehran takes full control of Abu Musa. 

November 31: UK officials visit all six participating Emirates to formally end the Trucial States treaties

December 2: 11am, Dubai. New Supreme Council formally elects Sheikh Zayed as President. Treaty of Friendship signed with the UK. 11.30am. Flag raising ceremony at Union House and Al Manhal Palace in Abu Dhabi witnessed by Sheikh Khalifa, then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.

December 6: Arab League formally admits the UAE. The first British Ambassador presents his credentials to Sheikh Zayed.

December 9: UAE joins the United Nations.

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Some insurers, such as World Nomads, allow you to book once you are travelling – but, as Mr Mohammed found out, pre-existing medical conditions are not covered.

Check your credit card before booking insurance to see if you have any travel insurance as a benefit – most UAE banks, such as Emirates NBD, First Abu Dhabi Bank and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, have cards that throw in insurance as part of their package. But read the fine print – they may only cover emergencies while you’re travelling, not cancellation before a trip.

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