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W Abu Dhabi — Yas Island

A striking, angular hotel built directly above a section of the Yas Marina Circuit — genuinely one of the most unusual hotel locations in motorsport.

Good to know

Area
Yas Island
Style
Design-led, trackside architecture
Good for
F1 fans, design-conscious travellers, nightlife

Why it stands out

The hotel's most talked-about feature is architectural: part of the building spans directly over the racetrack, and select rooms offer views straight down onto the circuit — a genuine novelty during Grand Prix weekend and a striking detail the rest of the year.

Beyond the track-side gimmick, W's design-led interiors and lively bar scene make it a popular pick for younger travellers and groups, not just motorsport fans.