Eid al-Adha holidays are just around the corner, and your OOO message better be ready to go (I personally love adding a meme when I go offline) for you to switch off and recharge.
For those of you who will be spending the long 9-day break locally, we’ve rounded up the best staycation deals for every kind of escape.Â
So get ready to plan the ultimate holiday with these amazing deals!Â
The Cove Rotana Resort, Ras Al KhaimahÂ
Desert hills, a 600-metre private beach and your own plunge pool. Honestly, what more do you need? The Cove Rotana Resort in Ras Al Khaimah has 32 private villas that genuinely deliver on the whole “escape from everything” promise. The architecture is stunning, think Nubian-inspired domed roofs, lush gardens and winding pathways that make it feel less like a resort and more like a hidden village someone accidentally forgot to put on the map. Two and three-bedroom villas come with private plunge pools and terraces designed for long, lazy afternoons with no agenda. Bring the family. Bring the group chat. Leave the noise behind.
Book here.
Al Zorah Beach ResortÂ
No passport needed. Just good vibes, ocean views and a spa massage waiting for you at the end of the day. Al Zorah Beach Resort is serving the ultimate Eid reset this long weekend. Think mangroves, Arabian Gulf views and a wellness stay that actually does what it promises. The Balance & Breath package kicks off every morning with breakfast at Vinesse, ends every evening with a full 60-minute spa massage, and loads up everything in between with complimentary wellness activities. Minimum two nights. Maximum serotonin.
Oh, and the Valrhona Afternoon Tea? Absolutely unhinged in the best way. Sweet and savoury bites for two, paired with tea, coffee or champagne if you’re feeling fancy. Starting from Dhs290 per set. Very much a main character moment. Ajman is literally 30 minutes from Dubai. There is no excuse not to go.
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Jumeirah Saadiyat Island
Saadiyat Island is just a call away, experience white sand, Gulf views, and zero passport drama. Jumeirah’s GCC Breaks offers literally everything – complimentary watersports, an award-winning spa (included, not extra), and a dining lineup that hits different from breakfast through to dinner. Kids under 12 eat free. The little ones get their own curated activities. You get actual peace. Everyone wins. And for Jumeirah One members? Your points are out here, stacking while you do absolutely nothing. That’s the dream.
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JA Hatta Fort Hotel
Mountains, fresh air and zero city noise. JA Hatta Fort Hotel is the Eid plan you didn’t know you needed but absolutely cannot skip. Just over an hour from Downtown Dubai, this place sits right in the heart of the Hajar Mountains and somehow feels like a completely different world. You can book into a spacious Terra Cabin, a private villa with a garden and Jacuzzi, or a family room that actually fits everyone comfortably. The Eid activity lineup is genuinely packed. Archery, airgun shooting, pony rides, kite flying, pool inflatables, water games and movie nights under the stars at Rock Pool. Daily buffet breakfast is included, plus you get 20 per off dining and resort activities across the board. JA Discovery members get an extra 10 per cent on top of that because loyalty has its perks.Â
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Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes TowersÂ
This JLT gem delivers on every front. From rooftop pool with Marina skyline views, 168 stylishly appointed rooms, and a buzzy in-house social scene from the high-energy UBK bar to Rohini’s contemporary Indian flavours. Staying here also unlocks access to RIVA Beach Club on Palm Jumeirah, because why settle for one lifestyle when you can have two? Perfectly placed steps from the Dubai Metro and Sheikh Zayed Road, it’s your ideal launchpad for the city. Rooms from Dhs250 per night – a steal for this address.
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InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & SpaÂ
Enjoy a beachfront escape for two with InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa’s all-inclusive staycation package that brings together dining, drinks and exclusive access to facilities seamlessly. Stay in luxe accommodation and enjoy all-day dining meals at Saffar Restaurant, alongside unlimited soft and house beverages across selected venues. For a more elevated experience, the Club InterContinental perk adds an extra layer of privacy, including access to an adults-only pool. This offer also includes 50 per cent off treatments at SPA InterContinental, plus 20 per cent off dining across the resort, or up to 30 per cent off for IHG One Rewards members.
Book here.