Luxury Holiday Homes in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is often referred to as Dubai’s older sister but it is just as captivating and an excellent destination for a memorable trip. As you can imagine, luxury holiday homes in Abu Dhabi are in high demand. Smiling House offers you some of the most exquisite in exceptional locations.

Big City Life

A destination that has it all

THE AREA

The city of Abu Dhabi lies on the south eastern side of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf. It is actually situated on an island which is connected to the mainland by two bridges. As you would probably expect, the city is modern and cosmopolitan. The cityis home to a diverse and multicultural society. Yet you can quickly escape into the desert or immerse yourself in nature in its astonishing area of mangroves.

RESTAURANTS

Abu Dhabi has a rich culinary scene influenced by an array of different cultures. Arab food is contemporary and is available everywhere in the city, from the small shawarma to the fine dining restaurants in the city's many hotels.Alfresco dining is a wonderful experience with the cooling sea breeze.

NIGHTLIFE

Abu Dhabi has a vibrant nightlife scene with world-class venues. This happening city attracts big name DJs and international artists. Evenings in the city are glamorous and exuberantset against a backdrop of creatively lit buildings. It is worth knowing that bars and clubs do have a dress code. This means that men may be turned away if they are wearing flip-flops, sandals or shorts.

Things to do

You will certainly never be bored in this thriving metropolis. For adrenaline junkies, a trip to the Empty Quarter is where you can enjoy a vast area of desert. Hurtle up steepsand dunes in a four-wheel-drive or try an alternative style of surfing on a sand board. Top this off with an authentic barbecue whilst scanning the horizon for the Liwa desert camels which roam here. For culture vultures, there are some real treats in store. Abu Dhabi has its very own Louvre, as part of a collaboration with the renowned art gallery in France. The museum is focused on the theme of humanity and is a work of art in itself. It has been built above water on Saadiyat Island with a myriad of interlinkingpathways. For nature-lovers take a trip to the Mangrove National Park, where you can marvel at the diversity of species living there. Take an usual guided tour on a kayak, where you can float amongst the mangroves spotting fish, crabs, turtles, herons, flamingos, and even foxes and dugongs. Yas Island is one of Abu Dhabi’s most enticing attractions. It hosts the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix every winteron its iconic Yas Marina Circuit. It is also home to Warner Bros World, Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld.

Traveling to

Air transport

Abu Dhabi airport is 38km south-east of the city centre and well-served by international airlines, includingEthidad Airways and Gulf Air.

Transfers

We can arrange for a mini bus, taxi, or chauffeur-driven service from your chosen airport to your holiday home in Abu Dhabi. There are also plenty of taxis at the airport.

Public transport

Travel within the city is easy and efficient. There is a modern network of air-conditioned buses which serve around 100 routes within the city and across the entire emirate.

Self driving

Driving in Abu Dhabi city is usually unnecessary for visitors, due to the availability and low price of taxis. However, if you want to hire a car, driving is relatively easy. Road signs are in English as well as Arabic and speed limits in western numerals in km/ hour). The roads are wide and well-maintained with very little congestion.