How many Carrefour hypermarkets are there in Abu Dhabi?

There are seven hypermarkets; the rest are smaller Market and Express formats.

Does Carrefour Al Ain count in the Abu Dhabi total?

Yes, Al Ain is part of Abu Dhabi Emirate, so its three branches are included in the 24-store count.

What are Carrefour’s opening hours during Ramadan 2026?

Hypermarkets open 08:00–01:00; Express branches close at 00:00. Verify with the mall for exact iftar hours.

Can tourists buy alcohol at Carrefour Abu Dhabi?

Yes, with a valid passport and a completed alcohol declaration form at the licensed counter.

Is same-day delivery available to Yas Island hotels?

Yes, Talabat Mart delivers within 90 minutes to Yas Island hotels if ordered before 22:00.

How Many Carrefour in Abu Dhabi 2026

Quick answer

There are 24 Carrefour stores in Abu Dhabi as of early 2026, including hypermarkets, supermarkets and express outlets spread across Abu Dhabi Island, Yas Island, Khalifa City, Al Ain and the Western Region.

Where to find every Carrefour in Abu Dhabi

Knowing the exact locations helps you plan weekly groceries, pick up last-minute items on Yas Island or grab essentials near Abu Dhabi International Airport. Below we break down the outlets by area.

Abu Dhabi Island & central districts

Carrefour Hypermarket – Abu Dhabi Mall, Al Markaziyah
Carrefour Market – Al Wahda Mall, Al Dhafrah
Carrefour Express – Khalidiya Mall, Al Khalidiya
Carrefour Express – Al Diar Capital Hotel, Al Markaziyah

Yas Island & Yas Bay

Carrefour Hypermarket – Yas Mall, Yas West
Carrefour Express – Yas Bay Waterfront
Carrefour Express – Yas Island Residential Area

Khalifa City & MBZ City

Carrefour Hypermarket – Deerfield Mall, Khalifa City A
Carrefour Market – Al Forsan Mall, Khalifa City B
Carrefour Express – MBZ City, Street 16

Al Ain & Eastern Region

Carrefour Hypermarket – Al Jimi Mall, Al Ain
Carrefour Market – Al Ain Mall
Carrefour Express – Al Wagan, Al Ain Road

Western Region (Al Dhafra)

Carrefour Market – Ruwais Mall, Al Ruwais
Carrefour Express – Madinat Zayed
Carrefour Express – Liwa, Mezairaa

Carrefour vs. other UAE supermarkets – quick comparison

Carrefour offers competitive pricing on imported cheese, French wines and household goods, but Lulu often wins on Asian spices and Spinneys on premium produce. Check both apps for same-day delivery if you live in Khalifa City or Yas Island.

Step-by-step: how to locate the nearest branch

Open Google Maps or the Carrefour UAE app.
Enter your building name or nearest landmark (e.g., “Yas Marina”).
Filter by “Hypermarket,” “Market” or “Express”.
Check opening hours – most hypermarkets open 08:00–24:00 daily.
Verify stock availability via the app before heading out.

Common mistakes expats make

Assuming every mall has a hypermarket – many Yas Bay residents trek to Yas Mall only to find an Express outlet.
Forgetting Friday prayer hours – some branches close 11:30–13:30.
Not using the loyalty card – missing out on weekly “Carrefour Bonjour” discounts of 20–40 %.

Delivery, parking & practical tips

Carrefour partners with Talabat Mart and InstaShop for 30-minute delivery; minimum spend is AED 35. Free parking is available at all mall-based stores. For Al Ruwais and Liwa, allow extra travel time—traffic on E90 can add 45 minutes during weekends.

Opening a Carrefour account as a tourist

Download the Carrefour UAE app, select “Continue as Guest,” or sign in with Apple/Google. Tourists receive the same delivery slots but cannot use the Carrefour card for cashback. If you stay longer than a month, consider the annual loyalty card (AED 100) to unlock fuel discounts at ENOC.

Key takeaway

Abu Dhabi now hosts 24 Carrefour outlets, giving residents and visitors convenient access from Al Maryah Island to the Liwa desert. Use the app, plan around prayer times, and keep your Emirates ID or passport handy for alcohol purchases.