Crowne Plaza Yas Island

Few hotels in Abu Dhabi put golfers closer to the action than the Crowne Plaza Yas Island, which sits right alongside the fairways of Yas Links Abu Dhabi - the Kyle Phillips-designed links course renowned for its water-fringed par 3s and firm, fast-running turf. Part of the Yas Plaza Hotels collection, the property offers dedicated "Golf & Sea View" rooms looking directly out over the course and the mangrove-lined bay beyond, making it a natural choice for golfers who want their round on the doorstep rather than a transfer away. Abu Dhabi's reliable winter sunshine and superb course conditioning have made it an increasingly popular alternative to Dubai for a golf break, and staying this close to Yas Links is one of the best ways to make the most of it.

Beyond the golf, the hotel offers a strong package of leisure facilities. Guests have access to six pools across the Yas Plaza Hotels collection, including an outdoor pool and a 25-metre lap pool, along with the Senses Spa for massage and aromatherapy treatments, a well-equipped fitness centre, and tennis, padel and squash courts for those wanting to stay active off the course. A private stretch of Cyan Beach is also included, and a complimentary Yas Express shuttle connects guests to Yas Island's wider attractions, including Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld and Yas Marina Circuit, all just minutes away - useful for building a few rest days into a golf itinerary.

Dining is well covered too, with several restaurants on site - including Stills, serving European dishes alongside an extensive range of international draught beers and spirits - plus access to a total of 21 dining venues across the wider Yas Plaza Hotels complex. Nine meeting rooms and a ballroom make the property a practical option for golf society trips and corporate incentive groups, while a kids' club with an indoor playground helps it double as a family-friendly base. With Yas Links right next door and Zayed International Airport only around five miles away, the Crowne Plaza Yas Island is a convenient, well-equipped choice for a golf holiday in Abu Dhabi.