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W Abu Dhabi is located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, within the Yas Marina Circuit. The hotel's distinctive position spans the Formula 1 race track with two towers connected by a bridge. The property opened in November 2009 in time for the Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Check availability Official websiteW Abu Dhabi occupies a unique location within the Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi's premier motorsports and entertainment venue. The hotel opened on 1 November 2009, coinciding with the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. This strategic timing positioned the property at the heart of Abu Dhabi's racing calendar, making it a distinctive hospitality destination for motorsports enthusiasts and island visitors.
The property was formerly known as the Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi and Yas Viceroy Hotel Abu Dhabi before becoming a W Hotels property from 2019.
W Abu Dhabi's defining feature is its two 12-storey hotel towers spanning the Yas Marina Circuit. One tower is positioned within the race circuit area, while the other extends into the Marina, capitalizing on this split location.
The towers are connected by a monocoque steel and glass bridge and Grid Shell structure that crosses the Formula 1 race track itself. The overall property encompasses 85,000 square meters. Designed by Asymptote Architecture (principals Hani Rashid and Lise Anne Couture, New York), the building was constructed between 2007 and 2009 by Al Futtaim Carillion for Aldar Properties.
The hotel is located at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates. Several verified luxury hotels operate within the Abu Dhabi region. Fairmont Bab al Bahr is approximately 13.1 kilometers from the property, while Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal is 13.7 kilometers away. Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche is approximately 24.4 kilometers distant, and The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is located 28.2 kilometers from W Abu Dhabi.
W Abu Dhabi is located on Yas Island at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
The hotel's two 12-storey towers are connected by a bridge that crosses the Formula 1 race track, with one tower positioned within the Yas Marina Circuit and the other extending into the Marina.
W Abu Dhabi opened on 1 November 2009, coinciding with the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The 85,000 square-meter property comprises two 12-storey hotel towers connected by a bridge and Grid Shell structure.
Verified nearby luxury hotels include Fairmont Bab al Bahr (13.1 km), Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal (13.7 km), Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche (24.4 km), and The St. Regis Abu Dhabi (28.2 km).
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