Nurai Island Resort

5.0 star property
Resort with private beach and full-service spa

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Nurai Island Resort

Private beach
Villa, 5 Bedrooms (Estate)
Two Bedroom Pool House with Personalized Villa Host | Living room
Beach Villa with Personalized Villa Host
Aerial view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Sea View

Highlights

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

Beach Villa with Personalized Villa Host

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
  • 250 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

Two Bedroom Pool House with Personalized Villa Host

Highlights

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

Villa, 5 Bedrooms (Estate)

Highlights

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

Villa, 4 Bedrooms (Water)

Highlights

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

Similar properties

Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
Sheikh Khalifah Bin Zayed, Abu Dhabi

What's nearby

  • Soul Beach - 22 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Corniche Beach - 26 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Al Raha Beach - 48 min drive - 42.8 km

Restaurants

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

About this property

Nurai Island Resort

Luxury resort by the sea
At Nurai Island Resort, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to reflexology, a detox wrap or a body treatment at Nurai Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner and Regional cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the gym; Nurai Island Resort also has a playground, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business centre.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a children's club (surcharge)
  • A front desk safe, concierge services and meeting rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at Nurai Island Resort feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and private pools, as well as thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and daily housekeeping

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AED 150 to 300 for adults and AED 75 to 150 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Frangipani

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 alternative 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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 600.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AED 150 to 300 for adults and AED 75 to 150 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: AED 600 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AED 250 (one-way), (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 600.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Nurai Island Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Nurai Island Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nurai Island Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nurai Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 1:00 AM to 6:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Nurai Island Resort?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Nurai Island Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of AED 600 per person applies.

Where is Nurai Island Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Abu Dhabi resort is 7.2 mi (11.7 km) from Soul Beach and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Corniche Beach. Al Raha Beach is 26.6 mi (42.8 km) away.

Nurai Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 92 reviews" "

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 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Khader

Disliked: Staff & service
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Faozan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Poppy

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.

10/10 Excellent

khaled, sabah alsalem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing stayed
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must try
Amazing experience, very kids friendly . Staff are very helpful and friendly especially Jackie and Chris. All restaurants have fabulous food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous long weekend - the island reminds me of the Maldives. The service was excellent and the food was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
5 star accommodation 3 star dining and pool service
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fatma

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

udai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bader

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful island and great beach villa
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Abu Dhabi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Amal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2020