Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, the long-anticipated five-star property on Saadiyat Island has opened its first phase.

The new resort will welcome guests across 327 rooms. During phase one, four of seven modern dining options will welcome visitors, including the signature Turtle Bay Bar & Grill restaurant, Sim Sim all-day dining, Sama Lobby Lounge, and the refreshing Swim Up Pool Bar.

Phase two will witness the launch of Si Ristorante Italiano & Bar, and Hamilton’s Gastropub – the first two of their kind on the island. This will be followed by the opening of Nasma Beachfront Bar.

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas features a large outdoor swimming pool, two tennis courts, Bodylines Fitness Club.

Phase two of Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas will also see the launch of Zen the spa at Rotana.

The Saadiyat Rotana will also introduce three banquet and event spaces, a ballroom and an outdoor event venue.