
Step into the best weekend in Abu Dhabi with the brilliant What’s On Lock-In staycation experience at InterContinental Abu Dhabi on October 3 and 4.
It’s been a hectic return to everyday life, with a month of back-to-school, office hours, long meetings and deadlines galore. So, we’ve packaged up exactly what you and the family need to reset before the craziness of Q4 begins.
The What’s On Lock-In staycation is back at InterContinental Abu Dhabi on October 3 and 4, with a one-night package priced at Dhs899 for two adults and two children under 12, including brunch, an after-party and breakfast.
We’ve gone a step further to make sure you get your money’s worth on the stay with maximised fun and relaxation for both the adults and kids.
This edition sees upto Dhs1000 in returns on your stay through gifting and activations. Here’s what you can expect:
- A 3-month free subscription of the ENTERTAINER included in a welcome bag with a value of Dhs695 in gifts and vouchers
- Fresh cookies from CHUNK in each room
- Red Bull Formula 1 driving simulation
- Prison Island‘s mini-games and challenges
- Dhs700 gift hampers from Udora in spot prizes
- Arts and crafts workshops by FoscART
- Movement and sound healing sessions by Seven Wellness
- Delicious brunch at Chamas featuring fresh grills and free-flowing drinks
- After-party at Chamas with complimentary drink coupons and Brazilian entertainment
- An expansive complimentary breakfast spread at Selections
- Spot prizes of hampers worth Dhs700
By girl math standards, this staycation practically pays for itself. Book your stay here.
A closer look at the What’s On Lock-In at InterContinental Abu Dhabi itinerary
Here’s a full breakdown on what your weekend with us looks like.
Saturday, October 3
From check-in to when your head hits the pillow at night for a peaceful sleep, here’s everything we have planned on the first day of the What’s On Lock-In at InterContinental Abu Dhabi.
Exclusive check-in area packed with activities and gifts

Check-in opens at 10am, exclusively at the Club Lounge. From 10am to 12.30pm, guests can take part in the What’s On orientation and partner activations before the main event begins. Expect fun games by Prison Island, an exhilarating driving simulator from Redbull, a beading workshop by FoscART and more.
A delicious brunch at Chamas
From 1pm to 4pm, it’s time to eat, drink and settle into the weekend with a brunch at Chamas. Guests can expect house beverages, plenty of food and live music, with the venue’s regular entertainment adding to the atmosphere. The best part? The brunch is included in the full package so it’s completely guilt-free and budget-friendly.
Expect a lively MC, tonnes of games and spot prizes and the most delicious food and drink.
Keep the party going at Chamas
Once brunch wraps up, the fun doesn’t have to stop. From 4.30pm until late, guests can continue the celebrations at Chamas Bar, with more drinks, music and entertainment planned for the after-party.
There will also be a number of complimentary drinks available to redeem before 7pm.
Time to turn in for the best sleep ever

After a full day of eating, drinking and dancing, it’s time to retreat to your room at InterContinental Abu Dhabi.
At AED899 per room, the Lock-In offer is also available to families, with two adults and two children able to stay under the hotel’s kids stay and dine for free policy for children aged up to 12.
Sunday, October 4: A delicious breakfast at your own pace

There’s no need to rush into Sunday. Breakfast will be served at Selections from 6.30am until 3pm, giving you plenty of time to grab a bite and ease into the final morning of your stay.
Book the What’s On Lock-In
The What’s On Lock-In takes place on October 3 and 4 at InterContinental Abu Dhabi, with a full weekend of food, drinks, entertainment and staycation fun. Book now.
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