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August 8, 2022
Abu Dhabi is infamous for its hotels. While this modern city bears hints of its Bedouin background, many hotels and resorts also reflect this.
The majority of hotels scattered throughout this city are vast in size and range- with numbers of rooms easily exceeding the hundreds. However, it doesn’t matter how high-end you choose to go with your visit; all hotels here provide guests with a wide range of facilities. These are generally but not limited to; a pool, bars, restaurants, sauna, spa and fitness centre.
Grand Millennium Al Wahda
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This impressive 31-story hotel is located right at the heart of the capital. The hotel’s bordering establishments include the largest shopping centre in the emirate, the Al Wahda Mall. Other surrounding buildings include the Corniche, Ferrari World and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The facilities offered by this hotel are extensive and include but are not limited to an open-air rooftop pool, a spa and a fitness centre. In addition, there’s an Al Wahda Kids Club, which offers activities and classes for parents who want to keep their kids occupied while they unwind and relax. Rooms are affordable, starting at only £51 per room per night, making them a practical option for families and anyone else on a budget.
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This modern and stylish hotel boasts an excellent location and is only a 10-minute walk from the Abu Dhabi Corniche. This hotel has a modern decor, with subtle hints of its Arabesque side. Facilities are good in this hotel, the most popular dimension with guests being the rooftop pool. A fitness centre, sauna, and room service are also available. Several dining establishments are available here; however, we recommend Blu Sky Lounge & Grill and Hydra Bar for pre-dinner drinks. The Foundry steak house is popular among guests looking for a more high-end dining experience. Rooms are highly affordable, starting at only £38per night, which is excellent value.
Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Centre, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This four-star hotel is part of the city’s World Trade Center Mall. It is located near the Abu Dhabi Corniche, a mere 10-minute walk. A swinging lounge and rope-suspended poolside chairs highlight this modern, contemporary chain hotel. Facilities are plentiful at this hotel, with services including a rooftop pool, gym and tour desk. There are three establishments to choose from.
Regarding dining, The Bistro is considered the most high-end restaurant of the three. However, the rooftop bar is favourable for a sunset drink. Rooms are pretty priced and begin at £46 per night.
Park Rotana
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This five-star hotel is affordable, family-friendly and situated in a great location. Park Rotana is only five minutes from Abu Dhabi’s landmark Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Popular attractions like Yas Island and the Eastern Mangroves promenade are located approximately 10 to 15 minutes away. The hotel contains separate adult and child pools, a gym, a spa and a tennis court. The hotel consists of several dining experiences ranging from the more high-end dining establishment of Teatro to the more casual Ginger. We recommend this hotel for anyone travelling with a large group, families or anyone on a budget; a room at this economical hotel begins at a modest £49per night.
Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This five-star hotel is located close to Abu Dhabi’s Central Business District, making it the ideal location for those travelling on business. The hotel is also a 15 minutes drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport, making it a perfect spot for those wishing to stay in the city centre. Easter Mangroves Hotel has a quintessentially Arabian atmosphere. Its design is modelled on Islamic archways, and Arabian music can be heard playing upon arrival. This hotel provides many facilities to its guests, including a pool, spa and fitness centre. The Thai restaurant is generally considered the best of the five dining facilities in this hotel. Room prices average £70 per room per night and are, for the most of good value.
Pearl Rotana Capital Centre
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Another hotel is located in the Capital Centre business district. It is located next to the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ANDEC). This modern hotel is distinctive in its structure as it is crafted to give the impression that it is curving. There is a rooftop pool, which provides astonishing views of the city’s skyline. Other services offered by the hotel include a spa, fitness centre and room service. There are five dining establishments to choose from in this hotel; however, we recommend trying The Warehouse, a wine and tapas bar for the best cuisine. Rooms are reasonably priced, starting from £42 per room per night.
Capital Centre Arjaan by Rotana
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This apartment-style hotel is ideal for long-term guests or those wishing to travel on a budget. As it is one of the more economical hotels in Abu Dhabi and is located next to Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec), it is also the perfect spot for business people. This hotel is built to suit conference goers. This is another alcohol-free hotel, which may make it more appealing to those travelling on business. In terms of services, there is a pool, fitness centre, steam room and sauna for guests to use. As this hotel also offers room service, the hotel’s main restaurant Tamarind is, for the most part, quiet. Long-term guests generally tend to order food via room service. Rooms are affordable and begin at £43 per night.
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This extensive hotel is infamous for its distinctive decor, whereby the hotel is covered mainly in LED lights and mirrored walls. This hotel is located in a perfect destination, a 45-minute drive from Dubai and only a 20-minute car drive to the city centre. The facilities in this hotel include an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a private beach, a health club and a beauty studio. This hotel also offers some of the best dining experiences of any of its competitor hotels; with a Michelin star at Marco Pierre White’s steak restaurant, one can be confident they’re being well looked after. There are several other dining locations; however, the swim-up bar is one of the most exciting and fun bar experiences.
Additionally, this is a family-friendly hotel with separate pools for children and adults. Room prices are reasonable, although they do vary, depending on size and need. However, a room generally begins at £75per night.
Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This five-star hotel is modelled on a French design. It is situated near Corniche Road and, subsequently, the Corniche promenade. In terms of facilities, most impressively, the hotel is home to its business centre and a moderately sized ballroom. Guests can also use the hotel shuttle service to visit Corniche Beach. Other facilities include a pool, a spa and a fitness centre. Guests choose several dining outlets, but Parmigiana is a favourite. Rooms in this hotel are more affordable, priced at £69per night.
Marriott Hotel Downtown, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This is a brand new hotel situated at a busy junction on one of the city’s main roads. This is a good choice for anyone travelling on a tighter budget, as the streets are full of less expensive cafes, restaurants and bars. In terms of architecture, it is modern and fresh looking. Facilities include a spa, rooftop pool and fitness centre. There are several options for eateries; however, guests’ top picks appear to be Kuzbara and the JW Steakhouse. Regarding pricing, rooms here are more economical than other luxurious hotels in the capital, and prices start at £70 per room per night.
Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This is generally considered one of the most well-recognised buildings in the capital. Locals habitually refer to it as the ‘Leaning Tower of Abu Dhabi’. It is near the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and only a fifteen-minute drive from the airport. This hotel is known for its unique decor, whereby paintings by locals are hung in the lobby in a gallery-like fashion. However, the most impressive architectural aspect of the hotel is the calligraphy floor. It also has several facilities, including a spa, a stunning terrace pool and a fitness centre. There is only one main dining establishment, where guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. However, there is also a lounge bar where guests are served complimentary drinks daily from 5 pm-7 pm. Rooms are more affordable, starting from Rooms for £78per night.
Capital Centre Arjaan by Rotana
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This vast hotel, containing 25 stories, is located next to Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec). It is situated in the relatively new business district, Capital Centre, on Abu Dhabi Island. This makes it the ideal spot for anyone travelling on business, as its proximity allows business people to avoid travelling great distances to reach the capital centre. This hotel is also alcohol-free, providing guests a calmer and quieter atmosphere. Facilities offered by this hotel include a small outdoor pool, a gym, several meeting rooms and a sauna. In terms of dining establishments, the hotel has few restaurants, including the Tamarind; however, it also provides room service for its guests. This is a highly economical hotel, with few guests staying long term. Prices start at a reasonable Rooms £45per night.
W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This hotel is utterly unique for two reasons. First, the fact is that it is half situated on land and half over water. The second and most exciting reason is that it is attached to a Formula 1 racecourse. As such, guests can enjoy the views of cars racing by. In addition, this hotel has a great location. It is situated on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, home to some of the city’s main tourist attractions. Guests are well taken care of here, with the hotel offering guests facilities such as a pool, spa and fitness centre. This is another family-friendly resort which offers a kids club daily for children of guests.
Regarding dining outlets and bars, the Skylite bar is an excellent spot for a pre-dinner drink. However, Angar, the hotel’s Indian restaurant, is the best spot for dinner. We recommend eating here if you get the chance. In terms of economy, rooms are generally considered good value for money, with rooms beginning at Rooms from £72per night.
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This Thai-inspired hotel is the third largest in its vicinity. It can be seen towering over its surrounding buildings. This hotel has an excellent location and is situated beside Eastern Mangroves Promenade and 10 minutes to the city centre. The architecture of this hotel is Thai inspired and features stunning chandeliers throughout the lobby. One of the unique aspects of this hotel is its glass list, which provides spectacular views of the city’s skyline. As is generally the case with this city, facilities are abundant. This hotel features dimensions including a pool, spa and fitness centre. This hotel is so high up, so its rooftop pool is particularly worth visiting. Views of the entire city can be observed from this height. There are various dining establishments here, with Benjarong topping the list. Urban Kitchen is also high commended by guests. In terms of expense, this hotel is quite middle range, with prices per room beginning at £69per night.
Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences
Emirates Pearl Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This impressive hotel is located within walking distance of Emirates Palace, which the hotel also offers magnificent views of. The Corniche Beach promenade is easily walkable from this hotel. Other notable attractions, including Yas Waterworld, are easily accessible from this hotel. This hotel boasts the capital’s first-ever outdoor gym. Other facilities include a small private beach and an infinity pool for guests. The hotel’s dining establishments include Verso, an authentic Italian dining experience and The Pearl Lounge, a more casual option. Rooms are priced at £95per night.
Hilton Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This five-star chain hotel is one of the oldest in the entire capital, with its date of establishment in 1973. It is located next to the Corniche and contains its private beach resort. This hotel is not as extravagant in architectural structure as its new neighbouring hotels, but this is where much of its charm lies. Facilities provided by this hotel include the Hiltonia Beach Club, which contains three pools and is family-friendly, with its children’s waterslide. Other services include but are not limited t the gym, spa and private beach. There is a wide range of eating establishments to choose from; however, we recommend eating at the Jazz Bar & Dining. This hotel has 15 restaurants and bars; however, the Jazz Bar & Dining provides guests with live jazz music to entertain them. Rooms vary in price but generally start from £82per night.
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