W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island

S Kyffin

My Mum and I stayed at the W Hotel for one night after New Year. What a treat. We stayed in a ‘Wow! Room’, which definitely had the Wow! factor. There was a very big lounge space with an area for entertaining. Very modern interior. Big bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe space. The balcony access and view over Yas Marina and the Circuit, was Amazing! The view and the atmosphere during F1 season must be Awesome! Also, even being close to the airport, the sound of planes wasn’t a problem. We had a gorgeous meal in the evening at Pappas Taverna in the W. Mediterranean cuisine. The ambience, customer service and food were all lovely. We would like to say a special thank you to Clifford at Reception/Check-in, Dileep at Breakfast and Rev in the Lounge/Coffee Shop. All went out of their way to make our short stay the best experience. 5 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ to all 3 and a huge THANK YOU from both my Mum and I 😊😊

Scott Deluke

Even though we had to cancel our trip to the Maldieves due to an injury, this already planned to be our last night in the UAE before heading back home and man are we glad we did this! The W is located right over the top of the Yas Curcuit which ANY racing fan will know well. I couldn't even count how many laps Ive run on this track across so many video games...not to mention the dozens of races I've watched on tv as well! The track aside for a second...the hotel in incredible. Its so amazingly designed and is a statement around the culture of Abu Dhabi. Thanks to our man Ivan at the front desk...he helped explain all the hidden gens in the lobby, what they stood for and their cultural significance. The room was unreal as well. We sprung for a corner room that had a wrap around balcony and a perfect view of the harbor and the track! We honestly spent most of our time just watching the drivers rip laps and ordered room service. It was the perfect ending to very frustrating and limited vacation but it put a light in the darkness I dont think will ever go out. If you want to live it up a bit...you have to catch a night at the W...its absolutely stunning...especially for night time walks around the harbor! Would stay again.

Akash Kapoor

We stayed at the W Hotel, Abu Dhabi from 31st December to 1st January and celebrated New Year at this wonderful property. It is an excellent 5-star hotel featuring a sun deck pool open to all guests, a wet deck pool for adults, a modern gymnasium, and a spa with sauna facilities. The breakfast spread is truly amazing, offering a wide variety of Indian dishes. The hotel is uniquely located above the racing track and is well connected to all the major attractions on Yas Island, including Ferrari World, SeaWorld, Warner Bros., and Yas Mall. Complimentary shuttle services (Yas Express) operate every 15 minutes, making travel very convenient. The rooms are spacious and well equipped with all modern amenities. The bathroom features a large bathtub, and the marina view from the hotel is absolutely beautiful. The W Insider team took exceptional care of us and made our stay truly memorable with customized anniversary greetings, chocolates, and a beautiful New Year gift. Special thanks to Ms. Shalini, Ashwini, and Nette for their wonderful hospitality.

Kinjal Patel

Wow what an amazing hotel! Last year we stayed at Ritz Carlton Grand Canal and this year we stayed at W Hotel Yas Marina. Bit of a confusion at check in, no map or info given about where the pool was etc but once over those hurdles, we had an amazing time. Service was brilliant from all in Garage, Papas Taverna and Brooklyn Chop House restaurants. Sandeep really looked after us at the Garage. Ebru and her team ensure our needs were catered for being vegetarian. The food in all restaurants was probably the best weve had. Garage had a wide variety of cusine options and overlooked the race track. Only disappointment was vegetarian variety at the NYE gala but that was our last night and by then we'd over eaten every day so was ok having a few things here and there but for the price I would have expected more. Breakfast buffet the biggest we'd seen and again the most variety. We saw a few people come in their pyjamas (noticeably those from India) which shouldn't be allowed as there was a sign. Definitely quieter before 9am. Using the shuttle on Yas, its convenient to get to the mall or theme parks.

Nikhil KH

An Architectural Marvel with Impeccable Family Hospitality My wife, our toddler, and I recently spent 5 days at the W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, and it was nothing short of spectacular. While the hotel is famous for its high-octane vibe and location right on the F1 circuit, I was pleasantly surprised by how wonderfully they catered to a young family. The Vibe: The architecture is stunning—the "Grid Shell" LED canopy at night is mesmerizing. It feels incredibly modern and premium, exactly the kind of place where you want to dress up and enjoy the atmosphere. The Room: We opted for a track-view room. Watching the cars on the circuit was a highlight, but the soundproofing is excellent; once the balcony door is closed, it’s a sanctuary of silence—perfect for our toddler’s naps. The beds are famously comfortable. Service: This is where the W truly shone. Traveling with a toddler can be stressful, but the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, not just tolerated. From the concierge to the restaurant staff at Garage, everyone engaged with our little one warmly. Amenities: We loved that there are two distinct pool areas. The 'Sun Deck' allowed us to relax with our child without worrying about disturbing the party vibe at the adult-only 'Wet Deck.' The location is also unbeatable—minutes away from SeaWorld and Warner Bros World, which made our itinerary very easy. A truly 5-star experience that balances "cool" with "comfort." We will definitely be back.