Is Rixos on Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi worth it — or are there better hotel options?

Among the five hotels on Saadiyat Island, one non-Rixos property stands out as clearly the best — highly guest-friendly and service-oriented. Travelers who split their stay between it and Rixos described the difference as night and day, and plan to return to the better hotel.

Rixos on Saadiyat Island is strongly not recommended. One traveler called it the worst hotel they'd ever stayed at in terms of value for money. Despite its 'Premium' branding, the actual service level falls far short — and the negative reviews online turned out to be completely accurate.

The hotel adjacent to Rixos on Saadiyat Island also receives very poor reviews, particularly for service and food quality. When choosing accommodation on the island, it's worth checking recent reviews carefully and avoiding this cluster of properties.