Feel The Love This Valentine’s Day - Or Galentine’s Day! - In Abu Dhabi

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January 29, 2025

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With Valentine's Day falling on a Friday this year, it’s the perfect excuse to pull out all the stops for a romantic, fun or extra-fabulous start to the weekend. From intimate dinners to the most extreme Valentine’s Day package we’ve ever seen, you can show your true love how much they mean to you - no matter your style.  

If you’re single - or want to show your love for your friends as well as your other half - there are some great nights out in the city that aren’t all about the romance - Shred Your Ex for a free drink, or kick your heels up for a super cute Galentine’s outing with the girls! 

EXTREME LOVE ON EVERY LEVEL

CONRAD ABU DHABI ETIHAD TOWERS

Best for: the most extreme Valentine’s Day package - ever!

Did we think this Valentine’s Day package may have arrived a little early for April Fool’s Day? Maybe! But is it actually a combination of all the very best Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers has to offer? Definitely - and with an AED114,225 price tag (yes, a play on the date of Valentine’s day this year, plus an extra 100k for good measure!) we know you’re curious about what’s on the agenda.

The Ultimate Valentine’s Package includes:

• A luxurious limousine pickup from anywhere in the UAE

• Check-in to the Royal Suite for a 2-night stay on Friday 14th February

• A MOUAWAD Rose gold, Diamond and Red Agate pendant from the Wings of Wonder collection worth AED12,700

• Dinner at Ray’s Grill, in a private dining room overlooking the city skyline

• A romantic breakfast in bed

• Massages and facials

• Lunch at LEVEL 45 - an intimate private dining setup with a personal chef and butler

• Sunset with Bubbles & Bites on a mini yacht – set sail for those Saturday night sunset views from 5-7PM with bubbles, canapés, and a personal butler

• Finishing off with an elegant dinner for two in the SUSHISAMBA Samba Room 

Timing: Friday 14th - Sunday 16th February

Price: AED114,225

Bookings: +971 (02) 811 5666 for more details

GLAM IT UP GALENTINE'S PARTY

MA BUCKLEY'S

Best for: celebrating with your besties

Is this the cutest event in the city this February? Ma Buckley’s is teaming up with the girls from Glam It Up to bring their Galentine’s Day event back for the second year running - and it’s set to be even more of an extravaganza than last year. It’s a full week before Valentine’s Day, so it leaves you plenty of time to celebrate with your partner the following weekend as well - win, win!

Pull your favourite red or pink threads out of the closet, and get ready for an evening of fun - from prosecco on arrival, to a diamond art canvas workshop, live music and entertainment, games, a treat station and a prize for the best dressed gal, this is one you don’t want to miss. At AED199 for the cocktail package (which nets you five cocktails, wines or house spirits), it’s a steal.  

Timing: 6-9PM | February 7th

Price: AED199 cocktail package | AED179 mocktail package

Bookings: click here to book your table 

STARLIT VALENTINE'S DINNER AT VERSO

GRAND HYATT

Best for: dinner under the stars

Let the romance flow at Verso this Valentine’s Day! What says love more than an intimate dining affair under the stars? Add in some soothing melodies from their live violinist, a shimmering nightscape setting and a handcrafted four-course set menu, and you’ll have Valentine’s Day all wrapped up! It falls on a Friday this year, so make the most of the drinks package if you’re so inclined - or just relax and enjoy the ambiance with your loved one! Priced per couple, it’s a fab deal for what can easily be one of the more expensive nights of the year - without compromising on quality or location. Love is in the air indeed!

Timing: Friday 14th February | 6PM - 10PM

Price (per couple): includes a 4-course set menu & drinks | AED599 soft package | AED799 house package | AED999 premium package

Bookings: +971 2 510 1234 or email dineatgrandhyattabudhabi@hyatt.com

ITALIAN LOVE LETTER AT BEACH HOUSE

PARK HYATT ABU DHABI

Best for: beachfront views and a gorgeous setting 

Love is in the fresh seaside air at Beach House this Valentine’s Day. Soak up the romantic ambiance by the beach on Saadiyat Island with A Love Letter To Italy - a 4-course Italian set menu. The food at Beach House is as lovely as the vibe, so it’s sure to be a wonderful evening - and a live singer and DJ will help set the mood for romance. Add on a wine pairing to complement your meal and you’ll have the recipe for love locked down. 

Timing: 7-11PM | Friday, February 14th

Price: AED750 per couple | wine pairing +AED185 per couple | premium wines +AED245 per couple

Bookings: +971564139894

SHRED YOUR EX AT COOPER'S

PARK ROTANA

Best for: anyone recovering from a breakup (and looking for a room full of singles)

Newly single - or maybe you’re still holding on to an old flame? Cooper’s has the Valentine’s Day antidote for you this year! If you’ve got an ex you’re ready to forget, bring their photo to Cooper’s and let their shred-monster go to work! The best part? They’ll treat you to a free drink to help with the healing process, post-shred. Perfect if you want to have a laugh and enjoy a drink on the house - who knows, you might even meet the person you’ll be shredding at next year’s event while you’re at it. 

Timing: February 14th

Price: a free drink if you shred your ex

Bookings: 02 657 3325

COUPLES MASTERCLASS AT JONES THE GROCER

ALL OUTLETS

Best for: bonding over new skill 

Budding chefs, this one is for you! Settle in for a cooking experience with your loved one as you learn the ins and outs of whipping up fresh butternut and goats cheese tortellini and a decadent red velvet lava cake for dessert - all from scratch! Snack on a charcuterie board as you go, before sitting down to enjoy the fruits of your labour with a choice of coffee or lemonade. It’s a Valentine’s Day activity that keeps on giving - you’ll have a new favourite dish you know your partner can actually make for you! 

Timing: 4-5.30PM | February 15th

Price: AED398 per couple

Bookings: +971 2 558 9808 or visit their website to book

ROMANCE IS ALIVE ON THE BEACH

RITZ-CARLTON ABU DHABI GRAND CANAL

Pull out all the stops this year in the name of love! With your own personal waiter and a stunning 5-course set menu, love doesn’t come cheap at The Beach, but you’re guaranteed to impress. Enjoy the beautiful night air and the sound of waves lapping on the sand as you dine - sure to put you and your loved one in a romantic mood! 

Timing: 8-11PM | Friday - Sunday, February 14th - 16th

Price: AED4000

Bookings: 02 818 8203

CHEF'S BRUNCH GOES ROMANTIC

GIORNOTTE, RITZ-CARLTON ABU DHABI GRAND CANAL

Best for: brunch with a side of love

The popular Chef’s Brunch at Giornotte is getting a makeover this Valentine’s Day weekend - their international buffet will be decked out with Valentine’s themed decorations and some on-theme touches to all your favourite dishes. Perfect for a couple, it’s a great option if you want to bring the kids along or enjoy brunch with friends while still giving a nod to the most romantic month of the year. 

Timing: 1-4PM | February 15th

Price: AED399 soft package | AED499 house and prosecco | AED699 Champagne | AED200 children aged 6-11

Bookings: 02 818 8203

VALENTINE'S AT VILLA SELENE

YAS LINKS

Best for: music lovers

The newly opened Villa Selene is dialing up the romance this February, and Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to check out a new restaurant on the Yas Island scene. A three course dinner awaits on their lovely terrace - and while the food is great, it will be competing with candlelight piano performances to steal the show! Love is in the air indeed!

Timing: 6PM until midnight | February 14th

Price: AED550 per couple (food only) | AED700 with wine | AED 1300 Champagne

Bookings: 0549904246

CABANA DINING, POOLSIDE

FAIRMONT BAB AL BAHR

Best for: a Valentine’s Day that will make a splash

Want to change things up this Valentine’s Day? A private cabana by the pool might be right up your alley! Enjoy an intimate 4-course set menu as the lights twinkle off the water. Whether you fancy a dip, or just want to relax and enjoy the ambiance, your own personal waiter will be on hand to ensure every whim is catered to - for a luxurious Valentine’s experience that will make a splash!

Timing: 7PM until midnight | February 14th

Price: AED2500 per couple

Bookings: 026543333

VALENTINE'S AFTERNOON TEA AT SAMA

SAADIYAT ROTANA

Best for: afternoon tea that’s as pretty as a picture

Treat a loved one - and yourself - to a charming Valentine’s afternoon tea, with a specially curated selection of themed sandwiches, sweet treats and freshly baked plain scones served with tea, coffee and cold drinks. We love that this one runs all week - and we know it would also be perfect for Galentine’s with friends! 

Timing: 3-6PM | Monday - Sunday, 10th-16th of February

Price: AED185 per couple

Bookings: 02 697 0000

AFFORDABLE VALENTINE'S AT UP AND BELOW

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT

Best for: a rooftop with city skyline views

Fancy a Valentine's Day dinner with city skyline views, all without breaking the bank? Try this fun option in the heart of the city! Sit poolside and look out across the twinkling lights as you share a bottle of sparkling wine with your other half. You won’t leave hungry - a 3-course set menu is included, and you can really make the most of the rooftop-friendly weather. 

Timing: from 7PM | Friday, February 14th

Price: AED229 per couple

Bookings: +971 02 698 2222

LOVE ON THE LAWN AT HAWKSBILL

SAADIYAT BEACH GOLF CLUB

Best for: al fresco dining 

Want to really outsource all the hard work of Valentine’s Day - or fancy a sweet surprise for your other half at dinner? As well as a three course dinner, you’ll be treated to a welcome drink and a bouquet of flowers on arrival. Riding high on the brownie points this welcome will earn, there’s more romance yet to come: enjoy live violin performances throughout the night as you tuck into a delicious dinner under the stars. 

Timing: 6PM until midnight | February 14th

Price: AED599 per couple (food only) | +AED120 wine package

Bookings: 0566608780


RECYCLE YOUR EX LADIES NIGHT AT W LOUNGE

W HOTEL ABU DHABI YAS ISLAND
Best for: girlies night out

If Valentine's Day isn't your jam, head out with your girls to ladies night at the W Lounge. And there's a twist! Bring along a memento, gift, or anything that reminds you of your ex and get a free shot to kick off the night - let go of the past while having a blast!


Date: Friday, 14 February
Time: 6:00pm onwards 
Entertainment: ResidentDJ Firas
Reservations: Call+971 2 656 0000, WhatsApp +971 50 642 0893 or email wabudhabi.dining@whotels.com

UP THE ROMANCE AT YAS ACRES GRILL HOUSE

YAS ACRE

YasAcres Grill House is setting the stage for the perfect romantic evening this Valentine’s Day. Start with aglass of bubbles, followed by some delicate amuse-bouche, before enjoying a delicious 3 course meal surrounded by glowing candles and beautiful red roses.

At just AED499 per couple, this is an amazing price for a very special evening.

 

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