Abu Dhabi
Yas Island
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The entertainment island — Yas Marina F1 circuit, Ferrari World, Warner Bros World, Yas Waterworld.
A purpose-built leisure island east of the city near the airport. Yas Marina Circuit hosts the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (late November). Ferrari World, Warner Bros World, Yas Waterworld and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi all cluster on the island. The default family-and-thrill-seeker base, very convenient to airport.
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What you gain
- ↑Ferrari World, Warner Bros World and Yas Waterworld within 1 km
- ↑F1 Grand Prix weekend access — circuit visible from many hotels
- ↑10 minutes to Abu Dhabi International Airport
What you sacrifice
- ↓30-minute taxi to Corniche or Sheikh Zayed Mosque
- ↓No cultural or traditional Emirati experience
Best for
Avoid if
Other Abu Dhabi neighbourhoods
Old Abu Dhabi — souk-style streets, working Emirati neighbourhoods, the cheapest hotels on the island.
The 8km waterfront crescent — Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, the city's public face.
The financial district — Galleria luxury mall, Four Seasons, Rosewood, walking-distance fine dining cluster.
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