Sizzling summer dining and staycation deals for families in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah

Eat, stay, and play—discover summer’s hottest family offers across the UAE

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At Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Ras Al Khaimah – kids stay free!
At Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Ras Al Khaimah – kids stay free!
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Dubai: School’s out, the sun is high, and it’s time for families across the UAE to make the most of summer. Whether you’re in the mood for theme park thrills, delicious dining, or luxurious staycations packed with perks for kids, the UAE is brimming with family-friendly offers designed to beat the heat and boost the fun.

From kids-go-free hotel packages to gelato-making classes, festive brunches, and Italian feasts, we’ve rounded up the most exciting promotions across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah that will keep everyone entertained—and well-fed—all summer long.

1. Stay, play and save at Vida Hotels

Get ready for a stay that’s as thrilling as it is relaxing. Vida Hotels & Resorts are giving you 10 per cent off the best available rates plus two free tickets to top Emaar attractions. Think: skating at Dubai Ice Rink, movie magic at Reel Cinemas, sky-high thrills at Skyview Observatory, or the wild twists of the Storm Coaster! Poolside lounging plus kid-friendly menus = total family win.

Offer valid until: September 30
Where to book: vida-hotels.com

Vida Hotels & Resorts are giving you 10 per cent off the best available rates plus two free tickets to top Emaar attractions.

2. Kids stay and dine free at Address Hotels

Whether you’re drawn to the glittering skyline at Address Downtown or the serene waterfronts of Address Creek Harbour, kids stay and dine free all summer long! Add 25 per cent off your stay, and this becomes the ultimate family retreat where elegance and adventure live side-by-side. Fun-filled kids’ clubs and pools made for splashing!

Offer valid: June 15 – September 30
Where to book: Address Hotels and Resorts website

Kids stay and dine free all summer long at Address Hotels.

3. Positano, JW Marriott Marquis Dubai – Kids eat free Italian feast

Treat the family to an evening in Positano, where up to two kids eat free every night with a full three-course menu. Think crispy calamari, cheesy lasagna, and creamy gelato—all served with Italian charm in one of Dubai’s most iconic hotels.

Daily from 6 pm to 12am until August 31
Call: +971 4 414 3000

Kids eat free Italian feast at Positano!

4. The H Dubai – Stay, splash, and save

Get up to 20 per cent off room rates, complimentary breakfast, and free stay and dining for kids under 12. The package includes early check-in, spa credits, shuttle services to Yas Island, and even a food voucher. It’s the perfect Dubai city break with family-friendly luxury at your fingertips.

Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
Call: +971 4 501 8888

Free stay and dining for kids under 12 at the H Hotel.

5. Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island – Summer of theme park thrills

Live out your family’s dream adventure with unlimited access to Yas Island’s top attractions including Warner Bros. World, Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and the newly opened SeaWorld. With every stay of two nights or more, families get complimentary quick-pass entry for one ride, daily buffet breakfast at Crust, and shuttle service to and from the theme parks.

Valid until: September 30, 2025
Call: +971 2 333 2222

Live out your family’s dream adventure with unlimited access to Yas Island’s top attractions.

7. Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Ras Al Khaimah – Kids stay free

At this all-inclusive beachfront paradise on Al Marjan Island, two kids under 12 stay for free while the whole family enjoys eight temperature-controlled pools, endless entertainment, and a complimentary room upgrade for three-night stays. While the little ones play, parents can indulge in spa sessions or poolside relaxation.

Valid until: September 30, 2025
Call: +971 7 202 0000

At this all-inclusive beachfront paradise on Al Marjan Island, two kids under 12 stay for free.
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