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An island sanctuary off the coast of Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat – which translates as ‘island of happiness’ – is the emirate’s flagship development. Lying to the north east of Abu Dhabi city it occupies an area of 27 square kilometres, the entire project is due for completion by 2018 and is created around an eco-sensitive philosophy with a special low density masterplan.

A premier island destination as well as a modern, integrated residential community, Saadiyat will eventually be home to an estimated 150,000 residents with a full complement of leisure and tourism facilities, as well as civic and cultural amenities.

Saadiyat will be linked to Abu Dhabi city via two iconic causeways, one of which will operate a light rail system and a 10-kilometre long highway with bridge, making it a mere five minute drive from the heart of downtown Abu Dhabi and close distance to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Saadiyat will be developed around seven distinctive districts with 29 hotels - including an iconic seven-star property - 3 marinas with mooring for 1,000 yachts, a culture and arts hub, 2 golf courses, 19 kilometres of beachfront. Saadiyat will contain an infinite combination of desirable residential developments and leisure facilities.


Cultural District

Will be home to five major cultural institutions designed by internationally renowned architects and a Biennale Park setting with pavilions designed to host international art and cultural fairs and events. It will also boast a city-facing quayside, an iconic seven-star hotel, exclusive villas and hotel accommodation, extensive retail opportunities, harbours and green parks.

Five Cultural Institutions

  • The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
  • The Louvre Abu Dhabi
  • The Performing Arts Centre
  • The Maritime Museum
  • The Sheikh Zayed National Museum


Saadiyat Beach

A unique treasure with natural qualities featuring a select number of low density five-star hotels set back behind the natural sand dunes creating a paradise beach setting. This unspolit area contains11 kilometres of perfect natural beach, with a postcard Blue Ocean teeming with sea life.


Al Marina District

Al Marina area will be home for an impressive portfolio of national and international businesses operating from a wide selection of unique office premises, as well as a luxury residential component, boutique hotels and speciality leisure and entertainment facilities.


South Beach

A secluded yet dynamic beachfront development which is the heart of Saadiyat’s family destination resort offering which will set new standards for coastal communities. South Beach will be a place for people to live, for businesses to invest, for visitors to enjoy, culture to celebrate and nature to thrive.


The Wetlands

The ultimate eco-address where exclusive villas sit around a truly remarkable golf course. Dominated by ecologically valuable tidal flats and offers a unique lifestyle with peace and seclusion the key message. Boutique eco-retreats and natural wetlands will host a wealth of eco-tourism activities as well as a marine research centre.


Eco Point

Consist of Boutique eco hotels.


Island Lagoons

Luxury low-rise waterfront residential. Waterside living,

 


 

Saadiyat Beach




Saadiyat Mangroves


The beauty of Saadiyat is its natural environment, from protected mangrove forests in the east of the island to a 30 kilometre stretch of pristine coastline. 




Saadiyat Mangroves


The coastline fronts the clear turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf, as well as shallow lagoons which provide a haven for local marine and bird life.




Saadiyat Marine Life