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Al Ain staycations.

The Garden City — UNESCO-listed oases, ancient forts, the highest peak in Abu Dhabi, and a slower pace built around date palms and freshwater falaj.

Best ForHeritage & wildlife
Travel Time2 hours from Dubai
Best SeasonYear-round, milder summers
VibeAuthentic & green
Why a Al Ain Staycation

Oasis city, Jebel Hafeet horizons — without the long-haul flight.

01 — Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage

Five oases, Hili tombs, and Bedouin sites — Al Ain is the UAE's only inscribed UNESCO World Heritage city.

02 — Heritage

Jebel Hafeet at 1,249m

Drive the famous winding road, stay at the summit, watch the sunrise turn the desert pink.

03 — Heritage

Al Ain Zoo & Safari

400 hectares of African and Arabian wildlife — including the white lion and the endangered Arabian oryx.

04 — Heritage

Cooler summer escape

Higher elevation and oasis shade make Al Ain meaningfully cooler than the coast — a hidden summer staycation.

9 hotels & resorts in Al Ain.

From iconic 5-star icons to smart-value beach hotels — every property below has been personally inspected by our team. Resident rates are negotiated directly. WhatsApp or call for the latest pricing.
Telal Resort Al Ain Luxury 5 STAR
Remah Desert, Al Ain

Telal Resort Al Ain

Luxury Bedouin-inspired villas in the Remah desert. Camel rides, falconry, archery — Al Ain's most cinematic desert staycation.

Desert VillasCamel RidesFalconryStargazing
Al Ain Rotana Luxury 5 STAR
Central Al Ain

Al Ain Rotana

Al Ain's central all-rounder. Garden chalets, two pools, multiple restaurants and Rotana's signature hospitality — the city's most established 5-star.

Garden Chalets2 PoolsBodylines SpaFamily Suites
Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet Al Ain Mid-Range 4 STAR
Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain

Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet Al Ain

Mountaintop hotel at 915 metres on Jebel Hafeet — the UAE's second-highest peak. Astonishing sunrise views, winding drives, and cool desert nights.

Mountain SummitSunrise ViewsCool ClimatePool
Hilton Al Ain Mid-Range 5 STAR
Central Al Ain

Hilton Al Ain

A long-established Hilton with leafy gardens, two pools, six restaurants and a tennis court — relaxed family-stay value in the Oasis City.

Garden Setting2 PoolsTennis CourtFamily Rooms
Ayla Hotel Mid-Range 4 STAR
Khalifa Street, Al Ain

Ayla Hotel

Stylish boutique-feel hotel close to Al Ain Mall and the city centre. Rooftop pool, multiple dining options, and spacious modern rooms.

Rooftop PoolMall AdjacentSpacious RoomsMultiple F&B
Danat Al Ain Resort Mid-Range 5 STAR
Central Al Ain

Danat Al Ain Resort

Sprawling garden resort with three pools, a tennis academy, kids' club and ten restaurants — a long-loved all-rounder for Al Ain families.

3 PoolsTennis AcademyKids' Club10 Restaurants
Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Al Ain Mid-Range 5 STAR
Central Al Ain

Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Al Ain

Contemporary city hotel near Al Ain Oasis. Outdoor pool, four restaurants, and walkable access to the heritage sites and souk.

Oasis AdjacentOutdoor Pool4 RestaurantsWalkable Heritage
Hili Rayhaan by Rotana Smart Value 4 STAR Next to Hili Fun City Theme Park
Hili, Al Ain

Hili Rayhaan by Rotana

Rotana's value brand right by Hili Fun City and the archaeological park. Pool, gym, all-day dining — comfortable, easy and well-located.

Hili Fun CityPool & GymAll-Day DiningFamily Friendly
City Seasons Al Ain Smart Value 4 STAR
Central Al Ain

City Seasons Al Ain

Friendly, central and well-priced. Rooftop pool, multi-cuisine restaurant, and walking distance to the Oasis and the souk.

Rooftop PoolCentralMulti-CuisineWalking Distance

Prices vary by date, season and availability. WhatsApp or call +971 4 208 7433 for live resident rates — we'll match or beat anything you find online.

Things to Do Nearby

Beyond the resort.

Bundle any of these into your Al Ain staycation — transfers and tickets included.

Jebel Hafeet Drive

1,249m winding road · sunrise stop at the summit

Al Ain Zoo & Safari

400 hectares · African & Arabian wildlife · white lion

Al Ain Oasis (UNESCO)

Walk shaded paths beneath 147,000 date palms

Al Jahili Fort

Restored 1891 royal stronghold · Wilfred Thesiger gallery

Why Travellers Trust Rayna

Eighteen years of trusted hospitality — and counting.

From a Deira boutique in 2006 to a multi-award-winning destination management company with offices across the UAE, Singapore, Malaysia, and India.

DTCM Licensed

Officially licensed by Dubai's Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing since inception in 2006.

ISO Certified

ISO-certified destination management company with international quality standards across every booking.

TripAdvisor Award

Multi-year recipient of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence — recognised by thousands of real travellers.

18+ Years

Founded 2006 by Manoj Tulsani and Kamlesh Ramchandani. Family-led, professionally run, continuously evolving.

100,000+ Travellers

Over a hundred thousand UAE residents and international guests have travelled with Rayna across the world.

24/7 Support

Reach a real human travel consultant around the clock — WhatsApp, phone, or office walk-in.

70+ Hotel Outlets

Travel concierge outlets inside Dubai's 4-star and 5-star hotels — we're right there when guests arrive.

6 Global Offices

Dubai HQ, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, plus Singapore, Malaysia, and Pune (India) — locally rooted, globally connected.

Visit Us In Person

Three offices across the UAE — and rising.

Walk in any day. Speak to a senior travel consultant. Sip Arabic coffee while we plan the staycation you've been dreaming about.

Head Office

Dubai

UAE Headquarters · Since 2006

ACICO Business Park Building, Office #703–705, 7th Floor, Port Saeed Road, Deira, Behind Nissan Showroom, PO Box 111306, Dubai, UAE

+971 4 208 7433
Daily 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Branch

Abu Dhabi

Capital Office · Salam Street

Office 701, 7th Floor, Al Mansoor Tower, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street (Salam Street), Abu Dhabi, UAE

+971 4 208 7433
Daily 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
New · 2025

Ras Al Khaimah

Northern Emirates · Al Araibi

Oman Street, near Al Sindabad Restaurant, Al Araibi, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE — Our newest branch, opened May 2025.

+971 4 208 7433
Daily 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Beyond the UAE3 International Offices

🇸🇬Singapore
🇲🇾Malaysia
🇮🇳Pune, India
Al Ain FAQ

Common questions about Al Ain.

How long is the drive to Al Ain from Dubai?
Approximately 2 hours via the E66. A great drive — flat at first, then dunes from Al Ain road onwards.
Is Jebel Hafeet open to drive?
Yes, year-round. The 11.7km road has three viewing layby points and ends at the Mercure Grand car park. Best at sunrise or sunset.
Is Al Ain good for a summer staycation?
Notably milder than the coast — a few degrees cooler and far less humid. Telal Resort and Mercure Jebel Hafeet are top summer picks.
Are the resorts dry?
Al Ain has fewer licensed venues than the coastal emirates. Hilton Al Ain has the Horse & Jockey Pub; most resorts serve alcohol in their restaurants.

Tell us what you're dreaming of.

Beach or desert. Family rooms or honeymoon suite. Tomorrow or next month. Send one message — we'll come back with a tailored plan, with prices and inclusions.