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8.5

7,109 reviews

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

Al Mina Street, Tourist Club Area, Abu Dhabi, 51997, United Arab Emirates

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Sauna

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi is a 4-star hotel in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The address is Al Mina Street, Tourist Club Area, and the property sits about 3.8mi from the city center. With 7,170 reviews, this destination in the capital invites travelers to book with confidence. Price starts from $76.

On-site highlights include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool (free), and free private parking, plus free Wi-Fi and room service. A fitness center (free), sauna (free), and steam room provide relaxation, complemented by a sun deck, terrace, and 24-hour front desk. Kitchen facilities—kitchen, kitchenette, and kitchenware—add culinary convenience, while free toiletries, a bidet, and a bathtub contribute to comfort; soundproof rooms and upper floors accessible by elevator enhance stay quality.

Located at Al Mina Street in the Tourist Club Area, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, the hotel sits about 3.8mi from the city center. Accessibility features include upper floors accessible by elevator and wheelchair accessibility, with Parking On Site (free) available for convenience. Other listed amenities include Private Parking (free) and business facilities available for extra charges.

On-site dining runs the culinary gamut: The Foundry offers steakhouse and international fare in a setting described as FamilyFriendly, Modern, and Romantic. Kahraman blends traditional and modern vibes with Middle Eastern, seafood, sushi, local dishes, and grill BBQ. Blu Sky Lounge & Grill serves American, British, and European bites in a sleek, Modern ambience. Balcon Lounge & Terrace rounds out the lineup. A rooftop outdoor pool is an adults-only oasis, while free private parking on site adds convenience.

Each venue carries its own character, letting travelers tailor the mood from a lively lunch to a romantic dinner without leaving the property. The Foundry’s family-friendly energy, Kahraman’s traditional-meets-modern appeal, and Blu Sky Lounge & Grill’s contemporary flair set the tone for evenings that feel both vibrant and relaxed.

Room options span a range of configurations, including Deluxe and King Rooms as well as suites such as the One-Bedroom Suite and Presidential Suite. Payment options include cash and major cards—Mastercard, American Express, and Visa.

Closest airports

Abu Dhabi International Airport

18.2mi

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport

56.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Elevator

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bidet

Bathtub

Rooms

Presidential Suite Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Presidential Suite, 2 King Size Beds, Smoking Allowed

2 King Size Beds

1595 sqft

Smoking allowed

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

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This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

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King/2 Single Room, Smoking Allowed

1 King Size Bed

400 sqft

Smoking allowed

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Paraplegic Room Smoking is 398 square feet and includes either 2 single beds 80-130 width or a king-size bed 150-183 width.

Executive King Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Executive, Smoking Allowed

1 King Size Bed

540 sqft

Smoking allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Executive King Non-Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Executive, King Size

1 Queen Size Bed

540 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

View

Flat-screen TV

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Deluxe Room one King Bed Non Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

400 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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x3

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Deluxe Room King Bed Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Deluxe, Smoking Allowed

1 King Size Bed

400 sqft

Smoking allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Room Twin Beds Non Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

400 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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x6

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

400 sqft

Smoking not allowed

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Paraplegic Room Non Smoking is 398 square feet and includes either a king-size bed 150-183 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width.

Deluxe Room Twin Beds Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking Allowed

2 Twin Beds

400 sqft

Smoking allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Accessible Room Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Accessible Room, Smoking Allowed

1 King Size Bed

400 sqft

Smoking allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

x10

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x6

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Room Accessible Smoking

Accessible Room Non Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Accessible Room

1 King Size Bed

400 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

x4

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x3

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Accessible King Size Bed

One-Bedroom Suite Non Smoking – 15% Discount on F&B in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

795 sqft

Smoking not allowed

City view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

x3

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More details

Guest reviews

8.5

7,109 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Lawrence

9.1

December 2024

Parking was an easy access and slots are available anytime i arrived. Reception was very accommodating, ready to serve and I requested late check out without any hesitation giving me 1 hour extra & thankful for that. room was excellent overall, hard to open toilet door but not really a discomfort. enjoyed dining breakfast, had a good coffee, good choices of food, plus service is very good. swimming pool is cold & renovation is on-going, my wife is not very comfortable to swim with workers looking around, but we found a sauna in same area and it didn’t dis-appoint us. Overall experience is 5-star, though we experience a little on the negative side, but their excellent staffs and hospitality experience still pulls my high rating

see above comment

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Ivana

10

May 2025

Perfection – Both Personally and Professionally As someone who has worked in the tourism industry for over 13 years and was honored to be nominated for the Tourism World Awards, I can say with complete confidence: it doesn’t get better than this. The breakfast was exceptional – a perfect balance of quality, variety, and presentation. Fresh ingredients, expertly prepared dishes, and attention to every detail made it a truly memorable start to the day. A heartfelt thank you to the breakfast manager, Mr. Mohammed at reception, Muzzaffar Lyka, Chef Eddie, Upendyce, and all the other hardworking members of this hotel team. You are an incredible team – thank you for everything!❤️👌 Many should learn from this hotel what true professionalism looks like – from the porter to the manager. I will gladly come again

It doesn't get better than this. I highly recommend both breakfast and dinner – it’s an incredible experience, and I genuinely don’t have a single complaint.

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Julivaf

8.2

November 2024

My husband and I stayed here for four nights travelling en route to Australia. Our room was sunny and spacious with a part view of the Persian Gulf. The bed was big and comfortable, and importantly, the pillows were also comfortable. A big SmartTV and a lounge chair in the living space area, and plenty of hanging space in the wardrobe. The rooftop pool was a great spot to just relax in. If you don't feel like eating out, there are several bars and restaurants to choose from. The location was handy to LuLu Center Supermarket and an easy walk to the Corniche and Abu Dhabi Beach. Everybody from Front Desk, waitstaff, and housekeeping were very friendly and attentive.

The Wi-Fi connection was very slow. There were no powerpoints in the bathroom area to plug in the hair-dryer or on my side of the bed. A couple of the other powerpoints in the room weren't working properly, either. The shower heads plumbing weren't great. The rain shower head couldn't be isolated from the hand-held shower head that the water came out on both shower heads.

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Leah

8.2

July 2025

Great location. Lovely breakfast buffet. Decent live entertainment at Hytes bar even on weekday nights. The suite was well laid out and had everything you needed if you wanted to do an extended stay. The staff were especially friendly and welcoming - the front desk / reception in particular.

The bed was just ok. Not uncomfortable, but lacking that “aaaah!” hotel bed feeling. It was the deciding factor in my leaving when I did. The food at Hytes bar was just mediocre. The carpet just outside my room needed vacuuming. What appeared to be someone’s little blue pill and food crumbs were sitting at the entrance to my room

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Zoran

10

May 2025

Impressive hotel with many amenities and super friendly staff. Very comfortable rooms and good beds. Plenty of fast elevators available to avoid crowding. Small Finnish and Turkish saunas available on the top floor in the changing rooms, separate for male and female guests. With the gym room, nice bar and outside relax and pool area.

The see-through or milky glass separation of the bathroom and toilet areas offers no privacy, if this is desired.

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Rares-andrei

9.1

January 2025

+ Room Quality: The Executive King room was exceptionally spacious, clean, and comfortable, providing a relaxing environment throughout my stay. + Staff Service: The hotel staff were consistently friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience with their professionalism. + Breakfast Variety: The breakfast buffet offered a wide variety of high-quality food, catering to diverse tastes and preferences. + Parking Facilities: The hotel provides ample parking space, which was convenient for guests with vehicles.

- Outdated Amenities: Certain aspects of the hotel felt outdated. For instance, the television in the room was quite small and seemed old, which was surprising given the room’s large size. - Internet Speed: The internet connection was not as fast as expected, which could be inconvenient for business travelers or those needing reliable connectivity. - Limited Power Outlets: There were only two power outlets located on one side of the bed, and none in the bathroom, making it challenging to use devices like hair dryers or charge electronics conveniently.

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Alexander

8.2

December 2024

Staff were great and helpful. Location is ok. If you want to go to some spots, take a taxi is good option. Most of them are not reachable by walk. Room is spacious. Toiletries are ok. WiFi is fine. Pool at rooftop is great. Go there earlier if you want to get a sun deck 😅 gym is also good. I arrived a little bit earlier but they offered me a quick and early check in, process was smooth👍🏽

I ordered an in-room dining buy food was not good and very salty 😢 Water go out of shower room while taking shower so I had to use another towel to stop and dried. I noted from reviews and it did happen. Need to fix it.

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Kamble

10

August 2024

As I always say I like sourthen sun properties I feel very comfortable Front office staff gets new uniform current uniforms looks good then old one New 2girls in front office they are doing their good work & another Filipino 🇵🇭 girl I don’t know anyone names but she is always smiling confidence body language concierge always warms welcoming The tall man greeting to every single person that was amazing taking guest name is always feel like amazing.I was just sitting & observing each & every thing. last time I was not satisfied for the room but this this I was very satisfied for rooms Tv upgrading is very good 👍 👍I ask housekeeping for slippers one girl came with big smile & we both start laughing bless her 😆 😆😆Oooooo I notice that small section in enterence that is Arabic Gava I didn’t taste but it’s look cool now every hotel start doing this & one more thing is I saw tall gentleman approaching for tripadvisor good good carry on everyone should do this 👍👍👍 Everything is perfect 👍👍

Need more promotions now it’s summer time so upgrade ur promotion for F&B

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Martin

10

July 2024

Clean, good size rooms amenities, gym, sauna, pool, easy access off the main road, pretty amazing breakfast

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Kamble

10

July 2024

Comfortable rooms,friendly staff even if you come after soo many months at list staff recognised by face that was good…Installing bottles for shower gel & body lotion that is the best idea before it was small tubes which not sufficient for 2 pax.Upgrade to water bottles Al ain low sodium drinking water recycled pet plastic bottles that is also good idea👍👍👍👍

(Rm 1428 Non Smoking ) Need to check hand shower very low pressure Coffee set table rack is broke please fix it Keep atlist 1 pair of slippers AC was working but no cooling on 19degree When we enter the room there was no good smell it smells like room was close for 1week spray air freshner after cleaning the room Bed linens was not properly fix it look like housekeeping staff make in the hurry Specifically for housekeeping staff make sure u will not disturb the guest while cleaning it’s annoying ur talking on call very loudly that We can hear ur voice until our room please management look into that Tables was dusty

Points of Interest Around Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

Attractions

Central Market

1.2mi

Louvre Abu Dhabi Tours

2.8mi

Abu Dhabi Corniche

2.9mi

Abu Dhabi Heritage Village

3mi

Marina Mall

3.5mi

Saadiyat Island

3.8mi

Emirates Palace

4.3mi

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

9mi

Yas Island

14.1mi

Warner Bros. World

14.4mi

Yas Waterworld

14.4mi

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

14.9mi

Yas Mall

14.9mi

Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital (ADFH)

21.6mi

Emirates National Auto Museum (ENAM)

27.9mi

Restaurants

The Foundry

Cuisines

  • Steakhouse
  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Kahraman

Cuisines

  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Sushi
  • Local
  • GrillBbq

Ambiances

  • Traditional
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Blu Sky Lounge & Grill

Cuisines

  • American
  • British
  • European

Ambiances

  • Modern

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Rooftop

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Elevator

View

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bidet

Bathtub

Stay rules - Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

When are the check-in and check-out times for Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Rooms at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi become available for check-in at 02:00 PM and guests are requested to check out by 12:00 PM.

Does Southern Sun Abu Dhabi offer complimentary parking?

Yes, there is parking available at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi. The hotel offers free, private on-site parking. It is recommended to make a reservation for parking.

What's the nightly rate at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Room rates at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi initiate from $76. Yet, variations occur based on your room and date preferences. For exact rates, please insert your travel dates.

What are the room types available at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including Deluxe Rooms with either 1 King or 2 Twin beds, Executive Rooms with 1 King bed, and Suites with 1 or 2 bedrooms. Smoking is permitted in some rooms, and some rooms come with accessibility features. Room capacities range from 1 to 4 adults, with some rooms accommodating 1 child. Bed sizes vary from King to Twin, and room sizes range from 398 sqft for a Double Deluxe Room to 1593 sqft for the Presidential Suite.

What is there to do in Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

Guests at the hotel can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. They can dine at the on-site restaurants, The Foundry, offering a family-friendly and romantic ambiance, serving steakhouse and international cuisine, or Kahraman, with a traditional, modern, and romantic setting, providing Middle Eastern, seafood, sushi, local, and grill BBQ options. Blu Sky Lounge & Grill also offers modern ambiance and American, British, and European cuisines.

Additionally, guests can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool located on the rooftop, which is available all year round. Moreover, the hotel offers water sports facilities and a fitness center for active leisure. For relaxation, there are steam rooms, a sauna, and a sun deck available at the property. Furthermore, the hotel provides live music performances at the bar for entertainment.

Can guests use a pool at Southern Sun Abu Dhabi?

The hotel has one pool available, located outdoors and accessible year-round. It is situated on the rooftop and has an age restriction limiting access to adults only.

Does Southern Sun Abu Dhabi feature its own restaurants?

The hotel offers multiple on-site dining options, including The Foundry with a family-friendly and modern ambiance, serving steakhouse and international cuisine. Additionally, Kahraman provides a mix of traditional and modern ambiances with Middle Eastern, seafood, sushi, local, and grill BBQ cuisines. Guests can also enjoy a modern ambiance at Blu Sky Lounge & Grill, which serves American, British, and European cuisine.

What methods of payment does Southern Sun Abu Dhabi accept?

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi accepts payment methods such as Mastercard, American Express, and Visa. However, cash payments are not accepted at the hotel.