Partner Content: Celebrate the holidays on Saadiyat Island, with beachside beauty, timeless luxury, and a calendar of festive dining.
The festive season in Abu Dhabi is always a special time, and The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is one of the most exciting places to experience it. Located on the shores of Saadiyat Island, the resort offers breathtaking views of turquoise waters and an atmosphere of timeless luxury. Carrying forward the spirit of celebration first created in 1904 by John Jacob Astor IV at The St. Regis New York, the Abu Dhabi resort welcomes you to step into the festivities and let the season’s magic unfold.
Turkey takeaway
Enjoy a delicious festive meal at home with The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort’s special takeaway feast. Choose a herb-roasted turkey or a whole grilled salmon, each served with traditional sides. Finish your meal with a classic Christmas cake for a sweet slice of holiday joy. Available from 17 November to 7 January. AED 550 (up to 5kgs of turkey), AED 575 (up to 800grams of grilled salmon) and AED 180 (Christmas cake).
Thanksgiving dinner
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a buffet featuring roast turkey, house-made sauces, and all your favourite seasonal dishes. It’s a warm, welcoming evening for families and friends to enjoy during the holidays. Available on 27 November, from 7pm to 11pm. AED 275 (soft beverages) and AED 450 (house beverages).
Festive Spa
Indulge in a luxurious festive spa ritual. Begin with a full-body exfoliation using a blend of sugar, salt, and oils, scented with warm caraway and fig. Continue with a calming full-body massage that leaves your skin silky and your mind relaxed. Available from 1 to 31 December, from 11am to 11pm. AED 980 per person.
Festive Afternoon Tea
Enjoy a festive Afternoon Tea, served on beautiful Ginori 1735 porcelain, at Cafe Ginori on Saadiyat Island. Savour seasonal pastries, savoury bites, and fine teas in an elegant setting this festive season. Available from 10 December to 7 January, from 3pm to 6pm. AED 275 per person.
Christmas Eve Dinner
Olea
Kick off the holiday celebrations with a warm and elegant Christmas Eve dinner at Olea. Enjoy a festive buffet filled with holiday favourites, fresh seafood, roasted meats, and live cooking stations. With live entertainment, it’s a joyful way to spend the night before Christmas. Available on 24 December, from 7pm to 11pm. AED 350 (soft beverages) and AED 475 (house beverages).
Christmas Day Brunch
Buddha-Bar Beach
Experience a stylish and lively Christmas brunch by the beach. Featuring Pacific Rim flavours, sushi, seafood, live stations, and upbeat entertainment, this brunch blends luxury with a fun beachside vibe that’s perfect for a festive day out. Available on 25 December, from 1pm to 4pm. AED 450 (soft beverages) and AED 575 (house beverages).
Sontaya
Celebrate Christmas with a unique twist. Enjoy Southeast Asian flavours, live stations, and festive dishes served in Sontaya’s beautiful over-water setting. With live entertainment and a cheerful atmosphere, it’s a Christmas brunch to remember. Available on 25 December, from 1pm to 4pm. AED 350 (soft beverages) and AED 475 (house beverages).
Sophia
Gather with loved ones around the newly-opened Sophia’s warm and elegant Christmas table. Enjoy a carefully crafted set menu, festive favourites, and a traditional turkey carving moment. Paired with live entertainment, it creates a cosy and joyful Christmas afternoon. Available on 25 December, from 1pm to 4pm. AED 325 (soft beverages) and AED 450 (house beverages).
New Year’s Eve
Welcome 2026 with four spectacular celebrations at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort. At Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi, enjoy a lively buffet, entertainment by Lexter and his band, and views of Saadiyat Island’s fireworks. On the other hand, Sophia offers a chic Mediterranean-style evening, while Sontaya brings a magical Southeast Asian atmosphere for a relaxed celebration. For a fun night, Olea’s Sparkling Soiree features an international buffet and a three-piece live band. Available on 31 December. Prices start from AED 375 per person.
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