All about Zaya Nurai Island

Looking for an adventure-packed family vacation or a romantic getaway? Why fly to Seychelles or Maldives when you have a slice of paradise waiting for you not too far from your homes? Located across the shores of Abu Dhabi, Zaya Nurai Island is spread over 11 hectares of natural beauty. One of the leading Abu Dhabi beach resorts, the five-star island paradise features holiday homes and luxurious beach facilities that make it an ideal staycation spot.

THINGS TO DO ON ZAYA NURAI ISLAND

Relax in a deep-soak bathtub available in one of the overwater bungalows. Go for a captivating boat cruise with your loved ones. Welcome sunrise with a morning session of yoga. Let the lapping waves touch your feet on your private beach as you take in the spellbinding scene of tangerine sunset. Escape for a few nights or simply stargaze beyond the beachside cinema on this one evening. When it comes to things to do on Zaya Nurai Island, the possibilities are endless!

RELAX IN THE COMFORTS OF THE RESORT

Planning to spend a few nights on the island? Sleep in luxury and welcome early mornings in a pristine setting that surround Zaya Nurai Island beach villas and houses. The living spaces of these breath-taking collection of beach accommodations range from 250 sq. m to 18,000 sq. ft. The stunning designs seamlessly blend into the landscape.

A Day Trip to Zaya Nurai Island

Think a day will be enough for your retreat? You can book a day pass that is available for AED 480. Day guests can use the pass for spa, dining and other activities. An amount of AED 420 is redeemable for these facilities from the Zaya Nurai Island day pass price. This includes boat transfer, as well as, beach and pool access.

Rental Accommodation

Couples and small families can rent beach villas or two-bed houses, while 4, 5 and 6-bed ultra-luxurious villas are ideal for large families and group of friends. This is complemented by accompanying luxury facilities that include Bose speakers, gourmet minibar/fridge, loft-style living room, an outdoor lounge for private dining, private infinity pool, etc. Other bespoke facilities include an outdoor shower, walk-in rainfall shower and freestanding bathtub that comes with sea view.

Interested to own an exclusive space which allows you to visit the island at your whim, whenever you like? Fortunately, Zaya Nurai is listed among the most trending freehold areas in Abu Dhabi.

These are the properties on Zaya Nurai Island they can look into:

• Beach Villas: One-bed properties that cover an area of 250 sq.m.
• Beach House: Two-bed properties that feature an indoor area of 180 sq. m. and outdoor space of 150 sq. m. Includes two private pools and direct access to the beach
• Sea View House: A two-bed home with stunning views of the sea
• Water Villas: Four-bed homes built on a generous area of 950 sq. m.
• Beach Estate: Five and six-bed villas with 1,700 sq. m of living space

DINE AT THE RESTAURANTS IN NURAI ISLAND

Matching up with the premium standards, fine dining restaurants in Zaya Nurai Island offer tailor-made menus and exceptional service. Offering something different for everyone, there are six dining areas dotted across the venue. We’ll give you a snapshot of each:

Frangipani

This beachside restaurant offers a rustic-chic ambience and a menu that celebrates a fusion of different cuisines from Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Guests take delight in the all-day dining option offered at these Nurai island restaurants which feature both indoors or outdoor seating.

Hooked

Blending the Levantine flavours with fresh sea fare, Hooked is a seafood lover’s Mediterranean dream. Diners can sample classic mezzes before having a soul-warming main course that includes the catch of the day.

Smokin’ Pineapple

Encapsulating the Boho-chic charm, Smokin’ Pineapple offers an exotic dining experience. Some of the highlights of this unique beach club include swings bar, a surf pool, hammock jungle, pineapple-shaped pizza oven. Enjoy their signature tropical drinks and wood-fired gourmet pizza as you sway and swing to the enlivening live music being played in the background.

Dusk

Colourful and quirky, Dusk is the perfect place to enjoy an evening brunch that includes Mexican specialities. An interesting selection of tapas, such as tamales, guacamole tacos, Parmesan cheese cup, refined ceviche, etc., is paired up with fresh margaritas and classic cocktails.

Ginger Mermaid

This place offers a perfect setting to indulge in carpaccio, scallops and sushi, sashimi and innovative drinks. Friends lounge on a king-size day bed and share bar food, sushi boat platters and flavoured Shisha.

Book Cellar

A café-style dining venue, Book Cellar is where friends gather over a board game and some artisanal nibbles. Individuals who prefer a quiet time can pick a book from the in-house library and make themselves comfortable with a drink, some snacks and a good read.

INDULGE IN A WELLNESS RETREAT

Guests are invited to experience the all-rounded services at the award-winning Nurai Spa, get in shape at the glass-walled gym or meditate at the Yoga Pavilion.

Get Pampered at the Nurai Spa

Nestled at a serene corner of the island, the spa on Zaya Nurai Island offers an irresistible menu of relaxing services that include contemporary treatments influenced by ancient spa techniques. A true sanctuary for the mind and body, this spa features individual spa pavilions with uninterrupted sea views, as well as, an outdoor relaxation facility and a Yoga Pavillion.

Catering to everyone, Zaya Nurai Spa has dedicated lounges for mani-pedi treatments, men’s grooming services and a kids’ spa section. For a price between AED 620 and AED 1,430, guests can get relaxing therapies such as aromatherapy, pregnancy massage, deep tissue massage or any of the traditional massages. For a rehydrating treatment, you can get Soothing Body Wrap for AED 510. Or go for Detox Body Wrap for AED 775. Get the healing benefits of aspen and chromotherapy in the private sauna and Jacuzzi facilities.

Maintain your Fitness

If yoga or other forms of exercise is an essential part of your lifestyle, you can still follow your fitness routine while vacationing. While a balancing yoga practice is offered as a complimentary morning session, individuals or groups who need personalised training can get a 60-minute session for a price between AED 350 and AED 500.

Want to practice fitness with your spouse? Get in sync with a Couple Yoga session for AED 700. There is also a guided yoga training for pre-teens. For a price of AED 650, you can hire a personal trainer for an individual session.

DISCOVER A WORLD OF ENTERTAINMENT

Zaya Nurai hosts a series of exciting land and water-based activities and a complete entertainment program tailored to your schedule.

Beach-front cinemas

Recreate a classic recreational activity of stargazing with a twist. Experience an unforgettable evening by watching a movie at the outdoor cinema in the Oasis.

Watersports

From classic pastimes like fishing and kayaking to thrilling pursuits such as wakeboarding and windsurfing, there are plenty of water-based activities on Zaya Nurai Island. You can also go on a cruising trip with your family to explore the Arabian Gulf. Apparently, a boat ride around the island is one of the top things to do in Abu Dhabi.

A four-hour-long snorkelling trip for six persons is charged for AED 3,510, while sailing on a ‘Hobie Cat’ for an hour will cost up to AED 960. Want to hire a private yacht? You can do that for a minimum price of AED 4,720.

Tennis

Get your tennis rackets and sign up for a private tennis lesson that takes place on an outdoor court. This learning activity is priced at AED 245 per hour. If you don’t have a racket, you can buy one for AED 65.

Other Sports

Ride the waves with thrilling sports of Flowriding in the surf pool at Smokin’ Pineapple. While keeping a check on the schedule for complementary activities, sports enthusiasts can catch up on a game of beach volleyball, football and table tennis. A fun session of Zumba is on the offer too at the sports facilities in the island!

KID’S ACTIVITIES AT ZAYA NURAI ISLAND

Kids at Zaya Nurai get their fair share of fun too. The island offers a range of fun and educational activities with a focus on nature, arts and crafts and sports.

Petit Z

You can keep your little ones busy with the immersive programs offered at Petit Z, a Zaya Nurai Island club for kids. Various activities such as charade, face painting, puzzle games, shell/rock art and dance session are organised for each age group. The club also hosts a kids’ movie night, nail art/hair-braiding activity and musical games among other recreational activities for kids. It is open from 09:00 am till 08:00 pm.

Water Park

This water-based playground features a splash pool, water bucket and four slides. There is also a refreshment area around the corner where kids can refuel with a delightful variety of snacks and ice cream.

EVENTS AT ZAYA NURAI ISLAND

Whether it’s a destination wedding, corporate retreat or an exotic birthday party, Zaya Nurai Island makes a perfect venue. The sugar-white sands and turquoise lagoons offer fantastic backdrops, while their event planners make sure your beachside soiree is a memorable experience.

What is the Zaya Nurai Island location?

The most frequently asked questions include ‘how to reach Zaya Nurai Island?’ and ‘how to get to Zaya Nurai Island from Abu Dhabi?’. You will be surprised to know that visitors can access Zaya Nurai Island by taking a mere 12-minute boat ride from Saadiyat Island.

What is the average price of a Zaya Nurai Island booking?

You can book a day at the Zaya Nurai Island resort for a price between AED 3750 and AED 66,750. While the prices can get expensive, Zaya Nurai has built a solid reputation as one of the top resorts in Abu Dhabi.

Zaya Nurai Island contact details

For more information on the location and booking, you can call on the Zaya Nurai Island contact number : +971-2-506-6222 or visit their website.

Zaya Nurai Island is also known to be a sustainable location as it functions on solar power, uses organic ingredients in food and believes in recycling.

That’s a wrap to our detailed guide to Zaya Nurai Island. Already been to this boutique private island resort? Don’t forget to share your experience with us!

Looking for another island-based tourist destination in Abu Dhabi? Then you must check out MyBayut’s list of top attractions on Yas Island. 

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