Saadiyat Beach

Saadiyat Beach is a waterfront sub-community in one of the most prestigious areas of Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island. It is more towards the northwest of the island close to the Arabian Gulf. Thus, residential properties offer scenic seafront views. Probably the reason why villas on Saadiyat Beach are the most searched off-plan developments in Abu Dhabi. The beachfront also offers a wide range of apartments at considerably competitive prices. Also, the luxurious development is close to basic amenities and entertainment options including Louvre Abu Dhabi and Manarat Al Saadiyat. This residential and tourist hotspot boasts Saadiyat Beach Club – one of the Insta-worthy spots in Abu Dhabi you must see!

• Part of a prestigious island development in Abu Dhabi
• Comprises a mix of upscale apartments and villas
• One of the best beaches in the UAE
• An 11-minute drive from Manarat Al Saadiyat
• Home to the famous Louvre Abu Dhabi

If you enjoy beachfront living and have an eye for art and gorgeous architecture overlooking the mesmerising blue water, then Saadiyat Beach will be your ultimate residence. Some popular points of interest are:

• Beaches, parks and Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
• Malls, hotels and restaurants
• Museums

Here, Saadiyat Beach Residences is one of the top gated communities in Abu Dhabi. While it is more popular for villas, the area also has a mix of low-rise apartments for expats and locals who want to rent or buy a property. These properties are well-designed and close to most basic amenities. Also, residents enjoy tons of events and exhibitions as plenty of attractions are just a walk away.

A wide range of properties on Saadiyat Beach make it one of the top areas to rent on Saadiyat Island. The development comprises an exclusive collection of villas in 8 different configurations. These units ranging between 4,000 sq. ft. and 12,000 sq. ft. feature 3, 4, 5 and 6-bedrooms. On the other hand, apartment types range from 1-bed to 4-bed luxury units spanning from 625 sq. ft. to 3,500 sq. ft. Investors can check out the sale trends for Saadiyat Island as the beachfront sub-community is a top choice for buying apartments.

Those interested in renting properties on Saadiyat Beach can choose between a wide range of apartments and villas as well as a few townhouses. Rents are calculated on a per annum basis like most areas in the UAE. Check out the price trends for the past few months to make an informed decision as per your requirements.

Those looking to buy properties on Saadiyat Beach also have a wide range of options to choose from. Saadiyat Beach Residences, Beach Villas and Saadiyat St. Regit Residences are a few popular projects to look out for.

Those planning to buy Saadiyat Beach apartments for sale can check out the price trend for each unit type:

• A 1-bedroom apartment for sale on Saadiyat Beach goes for AED 1.9M
• 2-bed apartments for sale on Saadiyat Beach cost around AED 2M

Likewise, buying a 3-bed villa and 4-bed villas on Saadiyat Beach may cost you anywhere between AED 2.7M to AED 4M. If you are interested in bigger and private properties, you can also consider villas for sale on Saadiyat Beach.

Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas adjacent to the Saadiyat Beach Golf Club is a 5-star beach resort in the vicinity. It is one of the best resorts in Abu Dhabi to bet for. The resort offers luxury waterfront suites as well as private villas overlooking the pristine waters of the Arabian Gulf. It also has pools, sports courts, bars and restaurants, a gym and a kids’ club. You can also make the most out of Abu Dhabi summer daycation deals at Saadiyat Beach Club starting from AED 250 per head. Juniors and couples may get an additional discount offer.

All the villas have personal parking spaces on Saadiyat Beach. Apartment owners also have underground parking facility while visitors can park their cars in the public parking areas.

Owning a car is undoubtedly the most convenient option, but those who prefer using public transportation near Saadiyat Beach can opt for buses that shuttle close by. Some public bus links connect residents to the main city. One can also easily hail taxis from nearby stops.

Grocery shopping is no issue for the residents as they can find plenty of popular and self-sufficient supermarkets near Saadiyat Beach. Some of the closest stores are only a 6-minute drive away such as:

• Almaya Supermarket
• Spinneys

There are two branches of Waitrose at about a 12-minute drive. Also, one can also get to Carrefour Market located at Paragon Bay around 20 minutes away from the area.

There are plenty of mosques on Saadiyat Beach for Muslim residents. Some of the most popular options are HIDD Al Saadiyat Mosque and Zubair bin Awam Mosque, a 15-minute drive away from the residences.

There are limited options for churches near Saadiyat Beach, but residents can access ones in Al Mushrif. Getting there may take around 25 minutes depending on the traffic on roads. The Christian community can access St. Joseph’s Cathedral, St. Andrew’s Church and St. Theresa’s Church.

Further, there are some Hindu temples near Saadiyat Beach such as Jagannath Temple and New BAPS Hindu Mandir, accessible in 30 minutes by car, approx.

Some of the most notable schools and nurseries near Saadiyat Beach include:

• Redwood Montessori Nursery
• Bright Beginnings Nursery
• Cranleigh Abu Dhabi
• Repton School Abu Dhabi

Rest of the schools near Saadiyat Beach are located at about a 20-minute drive away. Redwood Montessori Nursery is one of the popular nurseries at about a 12-minute short drive. Bright Beginnings Nursery is one of the best pre-schooling experience for children. They follow British curriculum play-based childcare centres.

Amongst the best schools of Abu Dhabi, Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is a well-reputed school in the area located at only an 8-minute drive.

These are some hospitals and clinics near Saadiyat Beach:

• Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
• Oasis Medical Centre
• Burjeel Hospital

Reachable in about 20 minutes, Burjeel Hospital near Saadiyat Beach is the most reputed medical facility.

Islands close to Saadiyat Beach are:

• Yas Island – 20 km (19 minutes) easy
• Al Reem Island – 17 km (23 minutes) south-west
• Al Maryah Island – 13.7 km (15 minutes) south-west

Yas Island is most known for Ferrari World and Yas Marina and Al Reem Island is home to Reem Central Park. The neighbouring communities of Saadiyat Beach include HIDD Al Saadiyat, Soho Square and Park View.

Like other areas in Abu Dhabi, there are a few malls near Saadiyat Beach. Residents can head to the following malls:

• Abu Dhabi Mall
• The Galleria
• Shams Boutik

These malls are located at about a 15 to 20-minute drive. Abu Dhabi Mall is a popular waterfront shopping and entertainment complex. It has up to 200 shops, a cinema, children play area and dining options for families. The Galleria is another upscale shopping mall with numerous brands and fine-dining restaurants. Other local shopping malls and retail stores such as the Collection Saadiyat and Mamsha Al Saadiyat are a 10-minute drive away.

Some restaurants near Saadiyat Beach are:

• Sontaya South East Asian Restaurant
• Beach House
• Safina
• Olea Mediterranean Restaurant
• Caramel Restaurant & Lounge

All the eateries mentioned above are located at only about 5 minutes’ drive from your residence. One of the popular beach restaurants in Abu Dhabi, Sontaya is a South-east Asian restaurant boasting a cosy ambience with glass walls and floating pavilions. It offers a wide range of Thai/ Chinese dishes. Beach house located at Park Hyatt offers Mediterranean cuisine along the side of Saadiyat Beach. Caramel Restaurant situated on the Street Regis allows fine dining for groups and cosy gatherings. Those craving for fish and chip platters can head to Safina, one of the best seafood restaurants you’d find in Abu Dhabi.

Other high-end restaurants such as Zuma Abu Dhabi, Roberto’s Restaurant and Lounge and La Petite Maison are accessible in under 20 minutes.

As the name suggests, there is no place in the area that is not connected to the beach. Residents and visitors can enjoy serene sunsets and sunrises without having to travel anywhere far. Apart from the luxurious beach spots, the Saadiyat Island Public Beach is a most frequented leisure spot for residents. The sprawling white-sand beach has plenty of water sports activities, changing rooms and rental chairs available. Undoubtedly, it is one of the best beaches in Abu Dhabi.

You’re surely never going to run out of things to do on Saadiyat Island. One prominent leisure activity in the area definitely is a visit to the beach. Besides, residents like to tee off at the golf club on Saadiyat Beach. Some popular attractions around the vicinity include:

• Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
• The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
• Zayed National Museum

Golf lovers can visit Saadiyat Beach Golf Club. The picturesque golfing venue has state-of-the-art facilities designed by Gary Player. Besides a 72-par golf course, it is one of the best beach clubs in Abu Dhabi with an infinity pool, restaurants and library lounge. It is also home to one of the top Saadiyat Island restaurants, Safina serving scrumptious seafood meals.

Those of you with good taste in the art will love living here. The area is packed with museums and architectural heritage such as Zayed National Museum, Manarat Al Saadiyat and Louvre Abu Dhabi. Also, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is an iconic building in the area designed by Frank Gehry.

At Saadiyat Beach Club, you get the best pool pass deals in Abu Dhabi starting from AED 250 per head for adults and AED 100 for juniors. For a more exciting experience with family, you can visit Jubail Mangrove Park, minutes away from the beach.

To stay fit, you can find the following gyms in the area.

• Primal Gym
• Let’s Go Gym
• Vibe Fitness EMS

For fitness enthusiasts, Saadiyat Beach has its own state-of-the-art health and wellness facilities. Residents can find cycling and jogging paths around the area too. Moreover, some popular salons in the area are:

• Studio XY
• Cool Time Lady Saloon
• NStyle Beauty Lounge

Located at about an 18-minute drive, these salons cater to all the beauty needs of residents.

The vibrant waterfront community is always lit up with a series of events throughout the year. Art lovers can attend quality exhibitions at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Manarat Al Saadiyat is also located within the community where most of the events are held. You can enjoy a number of exhibitions or celebrate Abu Dhabi’s booming creativity and diversity at the events being hosted.

Residents of the community can join a group called ‘Saadiyat Beach Residences’ on Facebook to stay connected with each other and get the latest on the events happening in the area.

It’s indeed true that the luxurious residence of Saadiyat Beach attracts almost everyone. But few things must be kept in mind before moving here. Being one of the extravagant areas in the neighbourhood, the properties available here have higher rental rates. Also, those who work in the city will find that the area is far from Abu Dhabi mainland.

Saadiyat Public Beach is open to the public throughout the week.

Saadiyat Beach is around a 40-minute long drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport. You can easily hire a cab from there. Ferries also run from one island to another in Abu Dhabi if you’re coming from Al Reem Island or Yas Island.

• Louvre Abu Dhabi is a 11 minutes away
• Al Reem Island is a 23-minute drive away
• Abu Dhabi International Airport is a 40-minute drive away