Abu Dhabi is een autostad, en dat bepaalt hoe je met hond reist. Er is geen metro, en huisdieren zijn over het algemeen niet toegestaan in openbare bussen of gewone straattaxi's (alleen assistentiehonden hebben gegarandeerd toegang). De meeste baasjes gebruiken een privévoertuig, een ritdienstauto waarvan de chauffeur akkoord gaat, of een speciale huisdierentaxi. De afstanden zijn groot en de zomerhitte streng, dus een auto met airconditioning is verreweg de handigste en diervriendelijkste manier om je in de stad te verplaatsen met een hond.

Staybridge Suites Yas Island Abu Dhabi by IHG
★★★★ 8.6

Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island by IHG
★★★★ 8.4

Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi by IHG
★★★★ 8.2
Geverifieerd huisdierbeleid, live Booking.com-prijzen vanaf 68 €/nacht.
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🏨 Where to stay in Abu Dhabi
W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island
★★★★★ · 8.7/10 · €180/night · pet fee €87/night
| Vervoermiddel | Beleid | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Private car & ride-hailing (Careem, Uber) | A private or rental car is the standard way to travel with a dog in Abu Dhabi. UAE law requires animals to be restrained and not loose in the front seat, so use a crate, harness or back-seat barrier. Ride-hailing apps like Careem and Uber do not guarantee pet acceptance: it is at the individual driver`s discretion, and a carrier greatly improves your chances. Always confirm with the driver before the trip. | 💡 Message the driver in advance that you have a leashed or crated dog; never leave a dog in a parked car, even briefly, in the heat. |
| Pet taxi services | Because standard taxis and buses do not take pets, dedicated pet-transport and pet-taxi companies operate in the UAE and serve Abu Dhabi, with air-conditioned vehicles, crates and trained handlers for vet trips, airport transfers and relocations. They must be booked in advance and cost more than a regular taxi, but they are the reliable option when you do not have a car. | 💡 Book at least a day ahead and confirm the vehicle is air-conditioned and crate-equipped, especially for a summer airport transfer. |
| Buses & public transport | Abu Dhabi has no metro, and pets are not permitted on the public city and intercity buses operated under Integrated Transport Centre rules: only recognised service animals are allowed. Do not plan to move a pet dog by bus. For inter-emirate trips (for example to Dubai), a private car or pet-taxi is the practical choice; standard intercity coaches also do not take pets. | 💡 Treat the bus network as off-limits for pets and budget for a car or pet-taxi from the start of your trip planning. |
Pets arrive into Zayed International Airport (AUH) as manifest cargo or, on some carriers, in cabin within limits; Etihad and other airlines have their own pet rules to confirm at booking. Before travel you need a UAE import permit from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, an ISO microchip, a valid rabies vaccination and a recent official health certificate. From the airport, arrange a private car or pet-taxi in advance, as buses and standard taxis will not carry the dog.
Onze best beoordeelde hondvriendelijke hotels, handmatig geselecteerd en gecontroleerd.
Staybridge Suites Yas Island Abu Dhabi by IHG
★★★★ · 8.6/10
€88/nacht
Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island by IHG
★★★★ · 8.4/10
€95/nacht
Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi by IHG
★★★★ · 8.2/10
€78/nacht
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