How does all-inclusive food and alcohol work at UAE hotels?

At the self-service bar counter, in addition to water, you can pour iced tea, hibiscus (karkade) drink, and similar non-alcoholic options. Large bottles of sweet sodas are also available on the same counter.

Breakfast at L'Olivo restaurant combines a buffet with à la carte dishes. Drinks include fresh juices and a complimentary glass of champagne in the morning. Hotel sends schedule and concept updates via WhatsApp — worth monitoring to avoid closed venues.

Whether you can order cocktails outside of meal times under all-inclusive depends on the hotel and package tier. Check with the hotel which bars serve alcohol independently of meals and during what hours — standard all-inclusive and ultra packages often have different rules.

When choosing between standard all-inclusive and an ultra package, request restaurant menus in advance to judge whether the upgrade is worth it. Also check if the pool is cooled during summer — relevant for September arrivals when temperatures are still very high.