Taking pole position on the Yas Marina Circuit, the 5-star W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island is a modern and sophisticated destination that offers an exhilarating island getaway. Ignite your senses at the only hotel in the world located on top of a Formula 1 race track as you live it up and bask in the Arabian sun. Get ready to rev up on or off track amidst the hotel’s cutting-edge interiors that depict a desert terrain and reveal the best of Abu Dhabi’s history, heritage and culture.
The W Hotel Abu Dhabi is located on Yas Island, just 10 minutes from the airport. Yas Island was built in 2006 as a hub of leisure, shopping, and entertainment featuring Ferrari World and the site of Formula 1 racing.
In fact, the hotel is located right in the middle of the Formula 1 track right on the water. You’ll see dozens of boats and yachts parked all around the racecourse, as well as lined up all around the island. It is a prime location if you are making a short stopover in Abu Dhabi. Inspirational architecture unravels in the form of a bold welcome area, bespoke welcome desks shaped like oil drops and jewel-tone furnishings depicting the colours of liquid gold. Welcoming features include Whatever/Whenever canoe desks, referencing the Abu Dhabi waterways and the mode of travel to the city.
It’s young, vibrant and altogether refreshing for a city in which the hotels are predominantly designed to instil in guests a feeling of grandeur and opulence. The hotel’s statement curved exterior design is its signature and this architectural innovation continues inside by way of its winding hallways and sleek design. Splashes of colour in common areas and hallways add warmth. For a property in the Arab region though, there is less of an Arabesque feel than at other comparable hotels; there just isn’t an overwhelming sense that you’re in the UAE or Middle East.
The vibrant 499 guest rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the race track or marina and come in various categories: Wonderful, Marvelous, Spectacular, Fantastic, Fabulous and Wow. They are representative of their names, offering a sleek yet comfortable place to relax and unwind. Furnished in brilliant whites with minimal splashes of colour, rooms take on the feeling of a futuristic spaceship, where draws pop out with a gentle touch and plush beds offer a cosy nights sleep.
Inspired by W Hotel’s well-known and loved 24/7 attitude, the TWENTY-FOUR-SEVEN menu includes selections across each of five unique cuisines nestled in this culinary wonderland. Though not quite available 24 hours a day, the catchy name reflects the 24/7 culture that permeates through Garage and is craftily echoed in the package pricing of AED 247 for two. Duos can dive into generously sized samples of signature menu items, served in sharing style to keep up with Garage’s diverse flair. Experience a variety of dishes from one hub at a time, minimizing food waste and maximizing taste. Dig in and try them all on repeat or stick to your personal favorite.
To top off the summer treats, the team at Garage invited some friends over. Coming from Jebel Ali, Mattar Farm will be organizing its first official pop-up in Abu Dhabi. The artisan smoked meat enthusiasts started as a Central Kitchen where they produce for all their pop-ups and catering events. They aim to take their smoked meats to every neighborhood and take the love of smoked meats to a wider fan base. The secret to their cuisine is that the meat has been smoked for up to 14 hours or more which adds a smoky and juicy flavor to it. This pop-up will allow customers to enjoy a whole new level of smoked products from the Mattar Farms range, without having to travel huge distances to experience them.
Diners can treat themselves in the limitless boards and add a heavenly dish from Mattar Farm – whether it would be their juicy brisket or spicy pastrami. This hotel has plenty of tricks up their sleeves, so do not be surprised to see some smoky delights at B.I.G – Brunch in Garage this July.
SOAK IT IN
This award-winning spa has nine treatment rooms along with an Instagram-worthy light therapy booth and colour therapy shower which subtly complements the shimmering light display on the LED hood that envelops the W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island exterior. Whether you’re looking for specific body treatments such as the mindful massage, mani-pedi, body wrap or facial, or want to escape for the day to indulge and recharge, there is something for everyone at this tranquil haven. The special relaxation lounge has an uninterrupted view of the racetrack, so during race season in November, book a front-row seat to the action post a relaxing TLC session.
W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island is a luxury playground spread over two buildings, located in the heart of buzzing Yas Island, revealing the best of Abu Dhabi’s history, heritage and culture. Defying convention, pushing the boundaries, and creating a fashionably unforgettable experience, the design draws inspiration from traditional and artistic surroundings complementing the landscape with architectural elements.
