Two Rixos resorts, two very different ways to switch off

29 December 2025

For guests who like their holidays easy but still want quality, variety, and a bit of personality, Rixos delivers a refreshing take on the all-inclusive concept. In the UAE, two standout properties show just how different that experience can be. Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island leans into polished beachfront living with a strong focus on food, wellbeing, and family-friendly design, while Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah offers a more expansive, activity-led escape with space to spread out and a packed entertainment calendar. Choosing between them really comes down to how you like to holiday.

Two Rixos resorts, two very different ways to switch off

Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island

Sitting along a Blue Flag stretch of beach, Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island has mastered an approach that genuinely works for families as well as couples. Food plays a central role here, with six restaurants included in each stay, ranging from Turkish classics to Asian dishes prepared during live teppanyaki sessions. It’s polished without being formal and flexible enough that parents can enjoy downtime while younger guests are happily occupied at the Rixy Kids’ Club or Teens Club.

Fitness, downtime, and evenings done to perfection

Beyond the beachfront setting, the resort’s real depth comes from the variety on offer. The Exclusive Sports Club offers a comprehensive programme of classes, ranging from reformer Pilates and yoga to more high-energy sessions, while Anjana Spa is the ideal destination for those seeking to slow things down, complete with a traditional hammam. As the day winds down, guests can drift between low-key beachside DJ sets or settle in for a drink at Savanna Sol, where the atmosphere feels social without being overwhelming. Also, in 2025, the resort was honoured with the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Award and awarded One Michelin Key by the MICHELIN Guide.

Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah

With a 1.5-kilometre-long stretch of private & natural beach, seven swimming pools (including a saltwater option) and a wide choice of rooms, suites, and villas, Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khamiah suits travellers who like a bit of breathing space. The Ultra All-Inclusive offering is generous without feeling overcomplicated, covering dining across ten restaurants and bars. Meals might mean Italian favourites at L’Olivo, a Turkish evening at Orient, flame-grilled cuts at the Toro Loco, or easy, all-day dining at Turquoise when you’d rather keep plans flexible. Add in laid-back spots like Sol Seafood Grill & Bar and the swim-up Highlights Bar, and there’s plenty of variety without needing to repeat the same venue twice.

Energy by day, entertainment by night

Entertainment is a big part of life at Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah, and the schedule runs well beyond the odd live band. Days flow into evening shows with everything from themed performances and live music to DJ-led sets that bring a buzz to the resort after dark. There’s always something happening, whether that’s a relaxed sunset session by the pool or a full-scale stage show later on.

To book your perfect Rixos escape, contact your Travel Counsellor today.

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