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Coldplay concert dates and location

Coldplay will perform exclusively in Abu Dhabi as part of their Asian tour, with the concert taking place at Zayed Sports City. Their Abu Dhabi performance will feature special guest Elyanna, and the dates are as follows:

  • 9 January 2025: Opening night
  • 11 January 2025
  • 12 January 2025 
  • 14 January 2025: Closing show. 

Let’s imagine the energy of Zayed Sports City filled with the sounds of their iconic songs and make it a reality.

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Best hotels near Zayed Sports City

The euphoria of attending your favorite artist’s concert is second to none, but so is the need for relaxation afterward. Wego has compiled a list of hotels that will make your concert experience feel like a luxurious getaway while being as near the venue as possible.  

Please note that hotel rates, along with taxi and bus fares, do not reflect surge pricing and are accurate as of October 2024. We have adjusted the hotel dates to match the concert schedule; please modify them based on your specific ticket dates.

Marriott Hotel Downtown

The Marriott Hotel needs no introduction. The Marriott Hotel Downtown is a 10-minute cab ride from your concert venue. Retreat to a safe cocoon in chic rooms with expansive means of comfort such as pillowtop bedding, kitchenette, free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service, exclusive toiletries, dry cleaning service, digital check-in, etc. 

During your stay, you can also enjoy their upscale restaurants and cafes that serve the best local and international cuisines, as well as the spa, fitness center, and outdoor pool, to feel revitalized. 

The average cost of booking a room at Marriott Hotel Downtown is USD 215 (AED 790) per night. 

How to reach: 

  • Taxi
    • Cab rides cost approximately USD 10 (AED 36) 
  • Bus 
    • Bus line 094 from Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street to Shaif Gobash Street costs less than USD 1 (AED 4). The hotel is a 4-minute walk away.
    • Bus line 042 from Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street/Hazaa Bin Sayed Street to Al Qiyadah Street/Gen Aviation Department costs less than USD 1 (AED 4). Continue your journey on foot for about 15 minutes until you reach Zayed Sports City.   

Novotel Abu Dhabi Gate

Novotel Abu Dhabi Gate is a 10-minute cab ride away from the venue. Their air-conditioned rooms are equipped with comfortable bedding, stunning views of the city and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, high-speed internet, room services, and dry cleaning services, among other things.

Other facilities include world-class service from Novotel staff, 5 on-site restaurants, snack and beverage machines, an outdoor swimming pool with the most idyllic sunset views, and sports fitness and wellness facilities. The average cost of booking a room at Novotel Abu Dhabi Gate is USD 247 (AED 908) per night. 

How to reach: Cab rides cost approximately USD 5 (AED 18). 

Al Seef Resort & Spa by Andalus

A lush haven of wellness awaits your presence 8 minutes away from the venue at Al Seef Resort & Spa by Andalus. It houses spacious rooms and suites with fully stocked kitchens, customizable beds, flat-screen televisions and organic bathing utilities.

If you book suites, you can also access a private garden, terrace, pool with sun lounges and Al fresco dining. Andalus’ food street–Mamsha Al Seef, offers international and local culinary carousels open to all. The average cost of booking a room at Al Seef Resort & Spa by Andalus is USD 300 (AED 1,102) per night. 

How to reach: Cab rides cost approximately USD 5 (AED 18). 

Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

The Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, is a verdant sojourn in the heart of the city—less than 10 minutes away from the venue. The sophisticated chic vibes of the room, with warm neutral tones and equipped with all sorts of conveniences like plush bedding, glorious views of the beach and the horizon, oversized bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs and separate showers, concierge services, and private balconies—will make you want to extend your stay.

Other facilities include access to their private beach, health club, and Chi, The Spa, which offers timeless specialized healing physical therapies to make you feel zestful post-concert. The average base cost of booking a room at Traders Hotel is USD 180 (AED 662) per night. 

How to reach: Cab rides cost approximately USD 5 (AED 18). It usually takes 8 minutes to reach the hotel from the stadium. 

Grand Millenium Al Wahda

Grand Millenium Al Wahda offers plush rooms, suites and fully serviced apartments for a home away from home. Say goodbye to after-show blues with a slumber in the plush beds, and then indulge in some soothing self-care with facilities like a wellness center, gymnasium, and fine-dining restaurants. The average cost of booking a room at Grand Millenium Al Wahda is USD 264 (AED 970) per night. 

How to reach: 

  • Taxi
    • Cab rides cost approximately USD 7 (AED 25). It usually takes 12 minutes to reach the hotel from the stadium. 
  • Bus 
    • Bus line 094 from Hazaa Bin Zayed Street to Shaif Gobash Street costs less than USD 1 (AED 4). The hotel is a 4-minute walk from Hazaa Bin Zayed Street. 
    • Bus line 054 from Sultan Bin Zayed Street to Shaif Gobash Street costs less than USD 1 (AED 4). The hotel is a 7-minute walk from Sultan Bin Zayed Street. 

Budget hotels near Zayed Sports City 

Word on the street is that the news of Coldplay playing a concert in Abu Dhabi has spiked more than just the heart rates of dotting fans, but fret not—Wego has compiled a list of some affordable options without compromising the much-needed comfort.

Oaks Liwa Executive Suites

Twelve minutes taxi ride from the venue lies the Oaks Liwa Executive Suites with air-conditioned rooms equipped with all sorts of accommodations you might require for a comfortable sleep, including rooms decorated in earthy tones to soothe your senses and room service.

Other on-site amenities include a spa and wellness center, rooftop pool, sauna and gym, and on-site restaurant serving international and local cuisine. Premium suites at Oaks Liwa Executive Suites start at USD 140 (AED 540). 

How to reach: Cab rides cost about USD 9 (AED 33). 

Three Bedroom Apartment – near WTC Mall

Three-bedroom apartment near WTC Mall will give you the feeling of stepping inside a second home. The room here is equipped with a comfortable bed, modern shower utilities, coffee/tea maker, and flat-screen HD television, among other things. If you are on a tight budget and just want to call it a day in a quaint room, this aparthotel is ideal for you. The cost of staying at a Three-Bedroom Apartment near WTC Mall is approximately  USD 70 (AED 258) per night. 

How to reach: Cab rides will take 10 minutes for under USD 10 (AED 36). 

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Abu Dhabi City Centre

A world of comfort awaits you, just 13 minutes from the concert location at Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham. After a night that perhaps feels like dreaming in waking moments and walking in your sleep, as another popular Hawthorn(e) once noted, you can avail yourself of the best of modern conveniences needed for rest and rejuvenation during your stay.

Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen television with satellite channels, a fridge, and a kettle. Along with private bathrooms featuring a bidet and exclusive toiletries, 24-hour room service and restaurants offering a myriad variety of cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner are at your disposal. You can also take advantage of their access to the beach, spa, wellness center, and fitness center during your stay.

The cost of staying at Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham is approximately USD 155 (AED 569) per night. 

How to reach: 

  • Cabs 
    • Cab rides cost approximately USD 10 (AED 36) 
  • Bus 
    • Walk for about 5 minutes until you reach the Corniche Hospital bus stop. Then take the bus to Shaif Gobash Street near Zayed Sports City. The ride costs less than USD 1 (AED 4). 

Jannah Burj Al Sarab

Located in the heart of Downtown Abu Dhabi, Jannah Burj Al Sarab awaits to welcome you after a fantastic evening out with Coldplay. Housing air-conditioned rooms are decorated with calm, elegant decor and floor-to-ceiling windows. They are equipped with high-speed free Wi-fi, flat screen TV, private bathrooms with rain showers, bathtubs, and exclusive Jannah bath kits.

During your stay, if you prefer to exercise your fatigue away or take a dip in their swimming pool with an exquisite view of the Arabian Gulf and Abu Dhabi skylines—you can avail that as well, along with their all-day restaurant serving local and international cuisines. The average cost of booking a room at Jannah Burj Al Sarab starts at approximately  USD 131 (AED 482). 

How to reach: 

  • Taxi
    • Cab rides cost approximately USD 10 (AED 36).
  • Bus
    • The X5 bus line from Corniche Hospital to Saif Ghobash Street costs about USD 1 (AED 4). You’ll need to walk for about 10 minutes from there to Zayed Sports City.
    • You can also take the 054 bus line from Al Zahiyah Street/Al Meena Street to Saif Ghobash Street. The bus ride costs about 1 USD (AED 4), and you’ll need to walk for about 10 minutes to reach Zayed Sports City.

Queen Palace Hotel 

Almost a few stones’ throw away from Zayed Sports City lies the Queen Palace Hotel, which offers you a comfortable nook to step into after your fun night—offering every modern amenity you might need, like air-conditioned carpeted rooms with 24-hour room service, high-speed Wi-Fi, air purifier, and plush beds.

Other amenities include a fitness center, sauna steam room, and restaurant, among other things. The average cost of booking a room at Queen Palace Hotel starts at approximately  USD 110 (AED 405). 

How to reach: 

  • Taxi
    • Cab rides cost approximately USD 8 (AED 29). 
  • Bus 
    • Bus line 175 from Hazaa Bin Zayed Street to Saif Ghobash Street costs about 1 USD (AED 4). The hotel is a 4-minute walk away.

Other than our above list, there are a couple of new gems in Abu Dhabi’s hospitality tassel. The world of opulence that awaits behind these doors makes the extra mile worth the drive. We recommend checking out our dedicated article on Abu Dhabi’s Best New Hotels to learn more. 

Flights to Abu Dhabi 

Please note that the flight prices are accurate as of October 2024. The flight dates have been adjusted to align with the concert schedule; please modify them based on your preferences.

The British rock band will perform exclusively in Abu Dhabi for their Middle East stop in January 2025. Please note that this will be their only show in the region. So, if you still need to decide whether to travel to your sister city to witness this performance of a lifetime, let us help you take a step ahead in the planning process.

 The following are the round-trip flight rates from various Middle Eastern cities:

  • Jeddah: Direct flights start from USD 268 (AED 985). 
  • Riyadh: Direct flights start from USD 255 (AED 937), and flights with 1 stop in between cost USD 146 (AED 537). 
  • Bahrain: Direct flights start from USD 216 (AED 794). 
  • Kuwait City: Direct flights start from USD 119 (AED  438). 
  • Muscat: Direct flights start from USD 217 (AED 798). 
  • Doha: Direct flights start from USD 302 (AED 1,109), and flights with one stop in between cost USD 295 (AED 1,084).

Please note that there are no direct flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. You can travel to Abu Dhabi from Dubai via metro. Metro tickets from Dubai to Abu Dhabi start at AED 3. 

As the band reminds us, ‘Look at the stars; look how they shine for you!’ Here’s to a fantastic 2025 filled with music and joy for all of you Coldplay aficionados!

 

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