For many tourists, going to a hotel is simply not enough, they crave the flexibility of self-catering in addition to the service provided within a superior quality hotel. And if you’re considering Yas Island, then the InterContinental Hotel Group’s ‘Staybridge Suites’ is probably the one for you.
A Yas hotel that combines closeness to facilities with an almost ‘home away from home’ feel. Suites also come in one or two-bedroom models, each equipped with kitchen amenities, work space including Internet, color television, and many kinds of bonuses you could want. – Some options are only available in the double room type, so it’s worth considering exactly what’s available first.
Outside the hotel, within Yas Island there are several world-class amenities ranging from the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit, the biggest speed fanatics’ theme park at ‘Ferrari World’, several world-class golf courses, An old souk offering the best of Middle Eastern culture, the place itself is perched above the Arabian Sea and just a short drive away (approximately forty-five minutes) is Dubai, the area’s well-known center of gold.
For anyone inclined to try various of this Yas Hotel’s dinner services then your choice may be a bit limited – no wonder it’s primarily an all-suite hotel – but Hub Kitchen is open for complimentary breakfast and four nights a week between 6am and 8am. However, they do offer a full room service menu between late night and 11pm.
Unlike several of the more ‘traditional’ hotel buildings on Yas Island, ‘Staybridge’ does not offer conference meetings; however, it is equipped with a company center that offers everything from photocopying to courier services and full high-speed Internet access. If guests want more facilities than the other IHG hotel, the ‘Crowne Plaza’ is available for them. It has an on-site gym offering state-of-the-art equipment, a 25m outdoor pool with sports ‘court’ and when guests with children can join the ‘Kids Club’ at the Crowne Plaza just down the road.
It’s a reasonably priced facility with rates (we consider “best available”) starting at $215 for any regular or studio suite to $406 for a two-bedroom unit; There will probably be other deals available to anyone among IHG’s ‘Priority Club’ members. If you’re looking for a ‘come and go’ holiday or a business base within the United Arab Emirates, this Yas hotel could be what you’re looking for.