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Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Abu Dhabi Mall

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Interior entrance
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior detail
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Spa
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi offers an upscale retreat near Heritage Village with a sauna, steam room, and 24-hour gym. Relax in the outdoor pool or enjoy Regional cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants. With free WiFi and extended parking, this hotel is perfect for business or leisure.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Free area shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, Accessible, Non Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Accessible, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, Accessible, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking - 20% Discount on F&B

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking - 20% Discount on F&B

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • 170 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed - 20% Discount on F&B

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking - 15% Discount on F&B

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Al Mina Street, Tourist Club Area, Abu Dhabi, 51997

What's nearby

  • Abu Dhabi Corniche - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Abu Dhabi Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Corniche Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Al Wahda Mall - 4 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.) - 34 min drive
  • Free local area shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Filaments at Southern Sun - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chill'o Pool Bar at Sofitel Abu Dhabi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Flavours - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Milestones Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Foundry - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi puts you a short five-minute drive from Abu Dhabi Corniche and Abu Dhabi Mall. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or enjoy Regional cuisine at Filaments, one of 2 restaurants. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall value.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 353 rooms
    • Arranged over 22 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site valet parking
    • On-site self-parking (fees apply)
    • On-site extended parking
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Off-site

    • Free area shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3357 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2014
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Filaments – This café specialises in Regional cuisine and only serves light fare. Open 24 hours.
The Foundry – This steakhouse specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Kahraman – This restaurant specialises in Middle Eastern cuisine and only serves dinner.
Balcon – This bar specialises in Regional cuisine and only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Hytes – This rooftop bar specialises in Regional cuisine and only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: AED 200 per stay

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AED 105 for adults and AED 52.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AED 160 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cots/infant beds are available for AED 130.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for AED 130.0 per night

Parking

  • Self-parking is available for an extra charge
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Abu Dhabi Sun
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi
Southern Sun Hotel Abu Dhabi
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi Hotel
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi Hotel
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi Hotel Abu Dhabi

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Yes, there's free valet parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is AED 160 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as horse riding and windsurfing. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Southern Sun Abu Dhabi also has 3 bars and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a sauna.

Are there restaurants at or near Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining and Regional cuisine.

Does Southern Sun Abu Dhabi have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Southern Sun Abu Dhabi like?

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi is in Al Zahiyah, a short 10-minute walk from Abu Dhabi Corniche and 14 minutes' walk from Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank.

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Southern Sun Abu Dhabi Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was varied, delicious, and of high quality with many options and excellent service. (20 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in Abu Dhabi
Bastian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. The rooms are wonderful, and the service it great.
Dirk, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, beautiful room and good restaurants inside the hotel. Loved our stay and the people were very friendly and helpful!
Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel .

A short visit but this is currently my favorite hotel in Abu Dhabi. The service is excellent and the staff are wonderful on general. It is very good value for money.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

VALUE FOR MONEY

Nice room, cooperative staff, beautiful view, excellent lobby, value for money
Mitesh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like everything, always stay here when in AD.
Nabil, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel
VIJU, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel looked non-descript from the outside but was very nice. Big rooms, everything very clean.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in the heart of Abu Dhabi
FARHAN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice clean hotel I recommend
AHMED, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place and staff ( Especially Reception Manager)
Natalia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel in the heart of the city

Great hotel, in an excellent location for exploring the city. Both bars in the hotel were amazing, reasonably priced and very tasty drinks. Pool area on the roof was well kept and had plenty of sun beds.
Jack, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay here every year on business and simply cannot fault the hotel or staff, rooms are spacious and clean, several restaurants to choose from for an evening meal.
David, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This modern hotel offers a very good quality to price ratio, decent service and rooms are good.
Maikel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best in Abu Dhabi

Great experience. Professional staff & good value. Close to Corniche
MR CB, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The bath tubs were the highlight of my stay!
Charlise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Abu Dhabi Dhoo

Always good at Southern Sun.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was great stay
Kapil Kumar, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

SERVICES WERE EXCELLENT
FRANK, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was more than I expected, service is excellent
Firas, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a great and clean hotel to stay in, near the old corniche.
Marwa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was fantastic
KERRY, 13-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the interior design, overall comfortable stay and room cleaning service was good.
Shirley, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in Abu Dhabi
Jeevan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel. I've had multiple visits and always stay here.
Norman, 20-night trip