The best hotels in the UAE – luxury holidays with children at affordable prices

Many consider the UAE a resort only for the “elite”, but you can relax here with the whole family with children without unnecessary expenses – it is enough to choose an all-inclusive hotel.

Tourists of any age will find entertainment to their liking:water parks, water sports, excursions, beach parties. And to make it easier for you to make a choice, check out our personal rating of hotels in the UAE, ideal for traveling with children.

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Jumeirah at Etihad Towers Hotel

This five-star hotel near the beach has all the amenities. On the territory there are several heated pools and a gradual increase in depth.

Do you want to go to the bar in the evening, visit the massage room or beauty salon? Your child will be looked after by a nanny.

Staff can assist with tour arrangements. On your own, you can go to the shopping center, located a five-minute walk, visit the art gallery, go on a bike ride.

There will definitely be no questions about how to feed the child: the hotel has 11 restaurants. On the “buffet” – masterpieces of European and Asian cuisines, dietary dishes, meat and seafood cooked on the grill.

Olga, Moscow: “A hotel with a wonderful view, stylish and cozy rooms, a comfortable atmosphere. Very tasty and varied breakfasts. Friendly and welcoming staff”

Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah

The hotel complex on the first line will please you with a landscaped beach with clean and warm water. In between swimming, you can always have a snack in the bar, windsurfing, diving, fishing from a boat in the open sea.

Guests with children should definitely visit the water park – especially since the trip will take a maximum of a quarter of an hour. A huge number of water slides, extreme descents, pools with imitation of waterfalls, unusual labyrinths will pleasantly surprise children and their parents.

In the hotel, kids will also not be bored: on the territory there are several swimming pools, playrooms (indoors and outdoors). Staying in the room, young guests can watch their favorite cartoons or TV shows. In the evening, you can have fun at a beach party, leaving the child under the supervision of a nanny.

If you plan to stay in a hotel for the entire vacation, feel free to book “full board”. In the main restaurant, food is delicious and varied, there is a children’s menu, in the assortment of which there are dishes even for the youngest.

Marina, Yekaterinburg: “Amazing atmosphere, staff polite and friendly, which is important. On the territory there are many bars and restaurants with affordable prices”

Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri

The hotel is located on the first line, right on the shores of the Arabian Gulf. If you prefer to swim in fresh water – there is a spacious outdoor pool.

There is no animation for children, but there is a playground on the beach. For a fee, you can use the services of a professional nanny.

Do you want to entertain your child to the maximum?

Head to the water park, which can be reached in 15 minutes. Kids will be delighted with riding on water slides, playing in pools, and older children will appreciate the dizzying attractions.

Meals at the hotel are organized on the principle of “buffet”. Only breakfast or full board is available. Guests note the impeccable quality of dishes, impressive portions and a diverse range.

Victoria, Moscow: “Most of all I was impressed by the panoramic pool with the purest water. In addition, there are many supermarkets, restaurants, souvenir shops on the territory. Popular Attractions within Walking Distance»

The St. Regis Abu Dhabi

In addition to the fact that the hotel complex is located on the first line, in the vicinity there are many clean beaches with a large territory and developed infrastructure. While relaxing on the coast, you can enjoy water sports or a snack in a café.

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and several playgrounds. And if you want to go on a tour, local guides will organize an interesting tour for you and your child.

The all-inclusive restaurant is suitable for guests of all ages.

Couldn’t choose anything?

Within a couple of minutes’ walk of the hotel there are several supermarkets where you can buy fresh and inexpensive products.

Maria, Novosibirsk: “The hotel exceeded all my expectations! I was very pleased with the attentive attitude of the staff: the staff will help to quickly resolve any issues. Breakfasts are full and delicious, there is a menu for children. We will definitely come back here”

Palazzo Versace Dubai

The convenient location on the first line makes this hotel a great solution for a beach holiday. The sea here is clean, the entrance to the water is gentle, there are no sharp stones, so feel free to go swimming with the child.

The territory of the hotel complex is impressive: well-groomed terraces, swimming pools with water slides and toys for the little ones, several children’s rooms.

Teenagers will be interested in playing bowling, tennis, and scuba diving will leave unforgettable emotions. By the way, you can come here in winter to go skiing – there are equipped trails for beginners and professionals.

In addition to standard dishes, the restaurant offers seafood delights, grilled steaks, exotic cocktails. Children will not go hungry either – a special menu will be provided upon request.

Vladimir, St. Petersburg: “The hotel is remote from the center, but if necessary, you can get to any point of the city in a matter of minutes. Breakfasts and dinners are varied, a large selection of dishes and drinks for adults and children. Spacious, clean rooms”

InterContinental Fujairah Resort

Guests will appreciate the presence of a private beach with a large area, many swimming pools for adults and children, a varied entertainment program designed for guests of any age.

Young travelers will like it here: there is a themed club, game rooms, sports grounds, board games for the whole family. During the day, children are entertained by animators, and in the evening discos are held. While you enjoy a massage, relax in the jacuzzi or bar, you can invite a babysitter.

A special advantage of the hotel is the availability of a children’s menu. The assortment of the restaurant has a lot of light snacks and soups, dairy products, sweets, ice cream, fruit and vegetable salads.

Valeria, Tyumen: “The beach is amazing – clean water of pleasant temperature, snow-white sand, there is where to stay. Service at the highest level. Many thanks to the staff for such a quality service!”

The Oberoi Dubai

The administration of the hotel complex paid a lot of attention to the comfort of children. If necessary, a baby cot, a feeding table, a stroller will be installed in the room.

During the day, kids have fun in a specially equipped pool, a play area, watch cartoons. A couple of kilometers from the hotel is the famous Dubai Oceanarium, where you can see exotic marine life.

In the evening, you can play board games with the whole family or go to the disco. Parents of very young children are available babysitting services.

Restaurants are open all inclusive. Even the most fastidious guests will be pleasantly surprised by a wide selection of delights of South American, Indian, traditional local kitchens.

If you are not a fan of exoticism, you can stop at classic European dishes. The assortment of children’s menu will allow you to feed babies of any age.

Dmitry, Krasnodar: “Convenient location – you can quickly get to any attractions and entertainment centers. The rooms are spacious, with comfortable wide beds, cleaning is done every day. There are many multilingual staff who are always ready to help”

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

People come here for an interesting and rich family holiday. In winter, travelers ski in the famous Ski Dubai complex (by the way, beginners can learn this sport at the ski school), in summer they enjoy swimming in the pools, play tennis and golf.

You do not have to think over leisure for yourself and the child – the guides working directly in the hotel will do everything for you.

Right on the territory there is a nightclub where the best DJs perform, bright show programs and performances of stars are held. Not sure who to leave your child with in the evening? Order babysitting services and have a quiet time.

The restaurant serves guests with an à la carte or all-inclusive menu. The assortment includes many children’s and dietary dishes, and for fans of exoticism – masterpieces of Latin American and Asian cuisines.

Anna, St. Petersburg: “We booked a suite, we were very satisfied. Everything is thought out to the smallest detail: improvement of rooms, first-class service, chic breakfasts in the restaurant”

Raffles Dubai

Despite the fact that the hotel does not have its own beach, you can get to the coast in a matter of minutes. An alternative to sea bathing will be a holiday in a chic outdoor pool.

To get to large shopping centers, water park, entertainment complexes, it is not necessary to spend money on a taxi – everything is within walking distance. Children will be delighted with a visit to the aquarium and the Children’s City amusement park. And parents can please themselves with a rest in a nightclub – an experienced nanny will take care of your baby at this time.

Food is suitable for lovers of everything unusual, and for guests who follow a diet. Tables are served on an all-inclusive basis, and if you wish, you will be served breakfast directly in the room.

Alena, Kazan: “Near the hotel there is a large shopping center, many restaurants and cafes. There is a lovely clean swimming pool on site, free use of the sauna or relax in the hot tub. Thank you to the staff for their attentive attitude and warm welcome!”

Zabeel House MINI Al Seef by Jumeirah

Near this hotel there are many shopping centers, unique architectural objects, natural attractions. There is no private beach, but there are several modern swimming pools, including on the roof. Guests can also borrow bicycles for free to explore the surrounding resorts.

Active tourists will be interested in walking tours, which can be ordered directly at the reception. In addition, the hotel staff will always recommend where to go with a child, how best to get to the right place, where the best beaches are nearby.

The assortment of the restaurant is represented by a huge number of dishes of oriental and international cuisines. A special menu is available for children. Kids here are offered milk porridge, fresh fruit, light soups, baby food, delicious desserts.

Andrey, Omsk: “A modern hotel with a huge selection of stylish rooms. WI-FI works flawlessly both in the apartments and throughout the territory. They care about the comfort of guests, offer a lot of pleasant services and are always ready to advise where to go, how to get to the most remarkable places”

Still undecided? Pay attention to the table, which lists the most important criteria for the selection of hotels.

НазваниеРасположениеНомераУдобстваРазвлеченияСтоимость проживанияПроживание с животными
Jumeirah at Etihad Towers Hotel Абу-Даби Семейный Клубный Люкс Делюкс Кондиционер Wi-Fi Сейф Бассейн Пляж Экскурсии От 11 000 р/сутки Дети до 12 лет - бесплатно Нет
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah Рас-эль-Хайма Семейный Полулюкс Люкс Делюкс Кондиционер Wi-Fi Сейф Детская мебель Пляж Бассейн Спорт Дискотеки Дайвинг Детский клуб Игровая комната Детское ТВ Экскурсии От 6500 р/сутки Дети до 12 лет - бесплатно Нет
Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri Абу-Даби Клубный Делюкс Люкс Вилла Семейный Кондиционер Wi-Fi Сейф Пляж Бассейн Игровая площадка От 4 000 р/сутки Дети до 12 лет - бесплатно Нет
Palazzo Versace Dubai Дубай Полулюкс Делюкс Люкс Семейный VIP Кондиционер Wi-Fi Звукоизоляция Детская мебель Пляж Бассейн Спорт Дайвинг Лыжи Мастер-классы Детский клуб Игровая комната Детское ТВ Экскурсии По запросу Дети до 12 лет - бесплатно Нет
InterContinental Fujairah Resort Аль-Ака Клубный Полулюкс Люкс Кондиционер Сейф Wi-Fi Звукоизоляция Детская мебель Пляж Бассейн Спорт Дайвинг Дискотеки Мастер-классы Детский клуб Игровая комната Детское ТВ Экскурсии Настольные игры Детское ТВ От 6 000 р/сутки Дети до 6 лет - бесплатно Нет
The Oberoi Dubai Дубай Полулюкс Люкс Делюкс VIP Кондиционер Сейф Wi-Fi Звукоизоляция Детская мебель Бассейн Дискотеки Игровая зона Детское ТВ Настольные игры От 4 500 р/сутки Дети до 6 лет - бесплатно Нет
Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates Дубай Делюкс Люкс Шале Кондиционер Сейф Wi-Fi Звукоизоляция Детская мебель Бассейн Дискотеки Спорт Лыжи Экскурсии От 2 500 р/сутки Дети до 5 лет - бесплатно Нет
Raffles Dubai Дубай Клубный Люкс Кондиционер Сейф Wi-Fi Детская мебель Бассейн Дискотеки Экскурсии От 7 000 р/сутки Дети до 12 лет - бесплатно Нет
Zabeel House MINI Al Seef by Jumeirah Дубай Стандарт Семейный Кондиционер Wi-Fi Звукоизоляция Бассейн Экскурсии Велопрокат От 4 000 р/сутки Дети до 12 лет - бесплатно Нет
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi Абу-Даби Улучшенный Полулюкс Люкс Суперлюкс Кондиционер Wi-Fi Звукоизоляция Детская мебель Пляж Бассейн Детская площадка Игровая зона Экскурсии От 4 000 р/сутки Дети до 12 лет - бесплатно Нет

Editor’s choice

In our opinion, the interContinental Fujairah Resort hotel has all the conditions for families with children:

  • Proximity to the coast and entertainment facilities, a wide range of services.
  • Many playgrounds and swimming pools on site.
  • Great animation.
  • Comfortable rooms.
  • A lot of opportunities for sports.
  • High-quality complete nutrition.

To all this is added first-class service and quite reasonable cost of living. And having taken care of booking an apartment in advance, you will save a lot.

Veronika Samsonova

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