The final stretch of summer has arrived, but there is still time to squeeze in one more break before school runs, packed calendars and regular routines come back full force.
Make 36 hours of it at voco Bonnington Dubai
A single night away passes by way too quickly, especially when the usual check-in and checkout times leave little room to enjoy the hotel. voco Bonnington Dubai is stretching the experience to 36 hours, with check-in from 9am and checkout at 9pm the following day.
The offer includes breakfast on both mornings, while children stay free and receive complimentary meals from the kids’ menu throughout the visit. Guests can settle in for a pool day, sleep late the next morning or use the extra hours to explore nearby JBR and Dubai Marina. The hotel’s Jumeirah Lakes Towers location also puts it within easy reach of DMCC Metro station.
The 36-hour staycation is available until 6 September 2026. For reservations, call 04 356 0600 or email stay@vocobonnington.com.
Pair a Rove stay with one of Dubai’s favourite attractions
Rove Hotels has made the last family weekend of summer particularly easy to arrange. Guests booking a room at Rove Downtown or Rove City Walk can receive up to three complimentary tickets, covering two adults and one child under 16, to either Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo or Dubai Ice Rink.
Both choices offer several hours of indoor entertainment away from the August heat. The central locations also leave families close to shopping, dining and some of Dubai’s best-known landmarks, without pushing the cost of the stay too high.
Rooms start from AED 249, and the Stay. Play. Rove offer is available for stays until 31 August 2026. Reservations must be made through the Rove Hotels website.
Swap the skyline for stables at Al Habtoor Polo Resort
For a change from the standard city staycation, Al Habtoor Polo Resort brings a touch of the countryside to Dubai. The Equestrian Getaway includes a deluxe room overlooking the resort’s polo grounds, breakfast for two and a guided tour of the stables.
Guests can arrive from 11am and stay until 4pm on departure day, while a complimentary room upgrade is offered subject to availability. The package also includes 20 per cent savings at the resort’s restaurants, 20 per cent off spa treatments and 10 per cent off sessions at Connect Pilates.
The Equestrian Getaway costs AED 499 per night, excluding Tourism Dirham, and is valid until 30 September 2026. For reservations, call 04 435 4495 or email roomreservation@habtoorpoloresort.com.
Give the children a blockbuster weekend at The WB™ Abu Dhabi
The WB™ Abu Dhabi offers families an entire cast of reasons to make one final trip to Yas Island before school begins. Its Flexible Stays, More Savings package includes up to 20 per cent off, complimentary stays for children under 12, flexible cancellation and access to Yas Island Theme Parks.
Families can add another layer to the weekend with The Ultimate Kids’ Night In. The experience pairs a WB™-themed room with bunk beds, an in-room character visit and a choice of treats inspired by Tom and Jerry, Bugs Bunny or Scooby-Doo.
Those who want extra time at the hotel can consider the 36 Hours Away offer, which runs from 9am on arrival day until 9pm the following evening. It also comes with AED 200 in credit to spend at participating restaurants or the A-List Spa.
For details and reservations, call 02 815 0000 or book through Hilton’s official channels.
Plan a family escape at The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Overlooking Al Bateen Marina, The Abu Dhabi EDITION is closing the season with several staycation packages built around food, spa time and days spent together.
Families can book Stay All Day, Together, which allows children aged 12 and under to stay and eat free with every paying adult. Breakfast at Market at EDITION is included each morning.
Couples have two further options. The Serene Escape includes a Marina Suite or Premier Marina Suite, breakfast for two and a 60-minute EDITION House Massage. The Luxe Dining Escape combines a suite stay with a four-course dinner for two at the MICHELIN-listed Oak Room and breakfast the next day.
All three packages are available until the end of September 2026. A separate Flexible Summer Stay Offer, available until the end of August, includes breakfast and 20 per cent savings on food and drinks at Alba Terrace.
For reservations, call 02 208 0000 or email info.auh@editionhotels.com.
End summer in the desert at Al Maha
Couples looking for a final summer escape can head beyond the city to Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa. Located in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, the adults-only resort has 42 private pool villas surrounded by dunes and native wildlife.
The Your Third Night, On Us offer adds a complimentary night to the stay, with full-board dining at Al Diwaan Restaurant and a selection of desert activities included. Depending on the programme, guests can take part in experiences such as camel trekking and wildlife encounters, then return to a temperature-controlled private pool overlooking the reserve.
For a shorter wellness break, the Summer Glow Retreat includes a 60-minute hydrating facial, a three-course lunch and access to the spa facilities and infinity pool. It is priced at AED 565 per person.
The complimentary third-night offer is valid until the end of September 2026. For reservations, visit Al Maha or call 04 832 9900.
