The Best Party Place for New Year’s Eve in Abu Dhabi

1. VELOCITY

On a budget? Velocity will be serving up food with 10 house beverages for just Dhs100.

Dhs100 (food and 10 house beverages). Sun Dec 31 6pm-3.30am. Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi (0 2 304 7777).

2. AT25

With views over the Abu Dhabi skyline from the 25th floor and a sharing platter with 10 house beverages for just Dhs200, AT25 is one of the top budget ways to spend New Year’s Eve in Abu Dhabi (literally and metaphorically).

Dhs200 (festive platters with 10 house beverages). Sun Dec 31 8.30pm-4am. Marriott Hotel Downtown, Abu Dhabi (02 304 7777).

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3. Ramsa

If it’s a family affair for New Year’s, get yourselves down to Sidekicks. The retro-themed party will have an international buffet to suit all palates, and appearances from the iconic WB characters in residence.

Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (house beverages), Dhs399 (premium beverages). Sun Dec 31 8pm-midnight. The WB Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton, Yas Bay, Yas Island, [email protected] (02 815 0000).

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5. Stills Restaurant & Bar

Another masquerade party, you’ll get to dance the night away with unlimited house beverages for just Dhs249. Pull on your glad rags, because the best dressed couple will win prizes (and because it’s New Year’s Eve, so who doesn’t want to dress up?). A live DJ and

Dhs249 (house beverages). Sun Dec 31 8pm-midnight. Crowne Plaza, Yas Island (02 656 3066).

6. Y Bar

We might be welcoming in the New Year, but Y Bar will be going back in time with nostalgic beats. Grab three of your friends and book a table for four for Dhs999, which includes three hours of house beverages and bar snacks.

Dhs999 (table of four inclusive selected beverages and bar snacks). Sun Dec 31 8pm-2am. Yas Island Rotana, Yas Plaza Hotels (02 656 4000).

7. Olea

Step into a splendid New Year’s Eve celebration at Oléa, where you can indulge in a lavish international buffet of culinary delights. The Youngers, a talented three-piece band, will ensure that your transition into the New Year is one to remember.

Dhs325 (soft drinks), Dhs550 (house beverages), Dhs175 (kids aged six to 12). Sun Dec 31 7pm-midnight. The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, [email protected] (02 498 8443).

8. Assymetri International Restaurant

A bright way to ring in the New Year, Assymetri’s gala is glow in the dark themed. Live cooking stations will be serving up fresh meats from the grill and barbecue, all paired with four hours of house beverages.

Dhs325 (soft drinks), Dhs425 (house beverages), Dhs150 (kids six years and above). Sun Dec 31 8pm-midnight. Radisson Blu, Yas Island (02 656 2000).

9. Choices and Rangoli

The Yas Island Rotana will be hosting its New Year’s Eve celebrations across Choices and Rangoli. There will be a range of international cuisine on offer, including the Indian plates Rangoli is known for. The festivities kick off at 8pm, and you’ll get to see the fireworks at the stroke of midnight.

Dhs325 (soft drinks), Dhs425 (house beverages). Sun Dec 31 8pm-midnight. Yas Island Rotana, Yas Plaza Hotels (02 656 4000).

10. Namak

Love Indian food? Head to Namak for a gala dinner featuring plenty of classic dishes. There will be a live DJ, and once you’ve finished eating, you can head up to the rooftop pool bar Breeze for a glimpse of the fireworks.

Dhs285 (soft drinks), Dhs420 (house beverages), Dhs150 (kids aged six to 12). Sun Dec 31. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, [email protected] (02 698 8137).