Beach clubs in Saadiyat Island
Five clubs on one Blue Flag beach, with day passes from AED 75 to AED 895.
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Saadiyat Island is Abu Dhabi's main beach-club hub, and there are five beach clubs on Saadiyat Island worth planning a day around. They sit along a 9km stretch of white Blue Flag sand, about 20 minutes from the city.
The scene splits in two. Two standalone clubs sell day passes to anyone, and a run of five-star resorts open their beaches to non-guests. Prices run from AED 75 for entry at the value pick up to an AED 895 all-inclusive daycation.
Everything clusters on Saadiyat Beach, so you compare clubs by budget and mood rather than location. It's open year-round, though October to April is the comfortable window and summer gets very hot. For city-hotel beaches instead, see our guide to beach clubs in Abu Dhabi, or browse the wider United Arab Emirates.
Looking for somewhere to stay in Saadiyat Island? Here are our picks:
- ★Best beachfront luxury on Saadiyat Beach >> Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas
- ★Best for a resort beach day pass >> The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
- ★Best for couples and a calm pool >> Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
- ★Best all-inclusive family stay >> Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
- ★Best value resort near the beach clubs >> Saadiyat Rotana Resort and Villas
How much does a beach club day pass cost on Saadiyat Island?
Day passes span a wide range. Kai Beach is the cheapest at about AED 75 for adults on weekdays. Saadiyat Beach Club starts around AED 225, SAL sells sunbeds from AED 300, and the St. Regis pass runs around AED 345 with a food and drink credit.
At the top sits Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island at AED 895, but that's all-inclusive. If you only want a lounger and a swim, start with Kai Beach or a weekday pass at Saadiyat Beach Club.
Which is the best beach club on Saadiyat Island?
It depends what you want. For DJ sets and a social crowd, Saadiyat Beach Club is the marquee choice and the only one that runs beach parties. Families and anyone watching the budget should head to Kai Beach.
Couples after a quiet, polished pool day want SAL. And if you plan to eat and drink all day, the all-inclusive Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island pass is the best value of the lot.
Saadiyat Beach Club
Saadiyat Beach Club is the marquee venue on the island, run by Aldar Hospitality. It sits on a secluded stretch of the Blue Flag beach and is the only club here that does full DJ beach parties, occasionally with celebrity guests.
The setup covers an infinity pool, private cabanas, a gym, spa, sauna and steam rooms. Food runs from the Safina restaurant to Cabana 9 and a beach bar. The crowd is dressed-up and social.
Day passes start around AED 225 for ladies on weekdays and reach AED 500 for a couple at weekends. Men and women pay different rates, and under-21s must be with an adult. It's open daily 8am to 7pm, and you'll want to book for weekends and brunch events.
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Kai Beach
Kai Beach is the value pick, a standalone club on a 400m run of powder-soft sand. It's the most affordable way onto Saadiyat's beach and the easy choice for families.
The vibe is casual. There are shaded loungers, a 33-metre temperature-controlled lap pool with a swim-up bar, plus a restaurant and bar. Under-fives get in free.
Entry is about AED 75 for adults and AED 35 for kids on weekdays, rising to AED 95 and AED 60 at weekends. Some day-pass rates run AED 150 to 225 with redeemable food and drink credit.
SAL
SAL is the beach club at Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort, and the first of three resort beaches here that open to non-guests. It's built around an infinity pool over the sand and leans elegant rather than party.
Expect Mediterranean plates, cocktails, shisha and rows of loungers. The pool and beach are 21 and over, though lunch is open to all ages, so it suits couples more than families.
Sunbeds run AED 300 midweek and AED 400 at weekends. Round beds and cabanas climb to AED 1,600. It's open daily 9am to 7pm.
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>> Click here for info and current pricing <<St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is a five-star property on the Blue Flag stretch that reportedly sells a beach day pass to non-guests. It's quieter than the party clubs, aimed at families and couples.
The pass gives access to the beach and pools, with the Cabana Beach Bar & Grill and the beachside seafood spot Turquoiz on the sand. Passes are said to be first-come, first-served and exclude the kids club and gym.
Rates are around AED 345 for a single midweek, up to about AED 685 for a couple at weekends, each with a food and drink credit. Confirm current pricing with the resort before you go.
Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island sits on a private, turtle-nesting stretch of beach and sells a full all-inclusive day-use pass. It's the priciest ticket on the island, and the most generous.
The AED 895 pass covers buffet breakfast and lunch, unlimited drinks, a temperature-controlled pool, private beach, gym, the Rixy kids club and the Anjana spa with sauna, steam, jacuzzi, snow room and hammam.
It runs 9am to 6pm daily. This is best value if you plan to eat and drink all day rather than just grab a sunbed. Families do well here.
Frequently asked questions about Saadiyat Island beach clubs
How much do beach clubs on Saadiyat Island cost?
Prices span a wide range. Entry at Kai Beach starts around AED 75 for adults on weekdays. Day passes at Saadiyat Beach Club begin near AED 225, resort beaches like SAL and the St. Regis run AED 300 to 400, and the all-inclusive Rixos daycation is AED 895 per person.
Do you need to book Saadiyat Island beach clubs in advance?
On weekdays you can usually walk in. For weekends, brunches and Ladies Day, book ahead, since clubs like Saadiyat Beach Club get busy. Resort beaches such as the St. Regis often sell passes first-come, first-served, so arriving early helps on peak days. A quick call to confirm rates never hurts.
What is the best beach club on Saadiyat Island?
There's no single winner. Saadiyat Beach Club is best for DJ sets and a social scene. Kai Beach wins on price and families. SAL suits couples after a calm pool day, and Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is best if you want everything included in one all-inclusive pass.
Can you visit Saadiyat Island beach clubs without staying at the hotel?
Yes. The two standalone clubs, Saadiyat Beach Club and Kai Beach, are open to everyone. The five-star resorts, including SAL, the St. Regis and Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, also sell day passes to non-guests. Passes usually cover the pool and loungers too.
When is the best time to visit Saadiyat Island beach clubs?
The clubs are open year-round, but October to April is the comfortable season, with warm days and cooler evenings. Summer, from June to September, gets very hot, so pools and shaded cabanas matter most. Weekday mornings are the quietest time to arrive, before the crowds and midday heat build.
Are Saadiyat Island beach clubs family-friendly?
Some are. Kai Beach and Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island both welcome families and have kids' facilities. Others limit their pools to adults: SAL keeps its pool and beach 21 and over, though lunch is open to all ages. Check the age rules before booking, especially with young children.