Location and travel information

Abu Dhabi University, Al Ain campus
Al Sallan
Al Ain
United Arab Emirates

Delegates are responsible for their travel arrangements and travel costs. 

Recommended taxi services:

• Abu Dhabi Taxi: 00971 6005 35353
• Careem: 00971 444 05211

Delegates are responsible for reserving and covering the cost of accommodation for the duration of their stay.

Below you will find information about the two official event hotels for which we have secured preferential rates, as well as a map through which you can easily browse for other hotels and private accommodations if you do not wish to stay at the official hotels. Hover over an accommodation to view travel times and distances to the venue.

Ayla Hotel, Al Ain

Khalifa Bin Bin Zayed Al Awwal Street, Al Ain, UAE

13 mins from Abu Dhabi University

This 4-start hotel is centrally located in Al Ain City, next to the business complexes, tourism divisions and shopping centres.

We have secured the discounted price of AED 256/night including breakfast. To book, please email George Botros at g.botros@aylahotels.com quoting the code ADUTHE.

Ayla Grand Hotel, Al Ain

Near Al Ain Mall, Othman Bin Affan Street, Al Ain, UAE

20 mins from Abu Dhabi University

This 5-star hotel is the highest in the city and strategically situated in the centre of Al Ain. It is within walking distance of major attractions, business centres and shopping stores.

We have secured the discounted price of AED 325/night including breakfast. To book, please email Medhat Birak at m.birak@aylahotels.com quoting the code ADUTHE.

Visa-free entry

Citizens of GCC countries do not require a visa or permit or to be sponsored by a national or resident in the UAE. They need to produce their GCC country passport or national ID card at the point of entry into the UAE.

Free-of-charge visa on arrival

Some citizens do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and will be issued a free-of-charge visit visa upon arrival. Check if you are eligible via the button below.

Visa application required

Some citizens require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE. Check if you will need to process a visa application via the button below.

 Check if you require a visa

We can provide visa invitation letters for ticket holders when requested. Please email a photo/scan of your passport to events@timeshighereducation.com once you have booked your ticket.

We cannot accept any responsibility for visa applications. Where a delegate is unable to attend because of failure to obtain a visa on time, the normal cancellation policy for the ticket fee will apply.

We recommend having travel insurance for the duration of your trip. Please contact your travel agent for further details.