Millennium DowntownvsFairmont Bab Al Bahr
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr ranks slightly higher than Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has a TripExpert Score of 82 with positive reviews from 5 publications such as Star Service, Oyster and Jetsetter.
Millennium Downtown
Time Out
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Independent
Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
From $56/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Time Out "Centrally located, the Crowne Plaza is in prime position for those who want to take full advantage of Abu Dhabi’s shopping, although it’s a little dated by today’s standards." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"The 236-room Crowne Plaza Hotel Abu Dhabi is an upscale, business-oriented property in downtown Abu Dhabi." Full review
Lonely Planet "What it lacks in grace and elegance... it makes up for in value for money, convenient location and good service." Full review
Independent "Millennium Downtown Abu Dhabi has jewel-bright skyline views from its rooftop pool"
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Time Out
Star Service Oyster
Tablet
Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine Independent Show All Reviews
Between The Bridges, Abu Dhabi 114304, United Arab Emirates
From $110/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Time Out "A large, glass monolith impresses with its great steakhouse courtesy of Marco Pierre White. Surprisingly homely, with great views over the creek." Full review
Star Service "The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr (which means "gateway to the sea") is Fairmont's first hotel in Abu Dhabi." Full review
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It has 27,000 sq ft of function space and avoids the traffic congestion of the downtown area.
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The 369-room luxury Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a high-end, exclusive hotel with fantastic views of Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque." Full review
Tablet "Situated on the beachfront, facing the silhouette of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, it’s a proper business hotel, with contemporary design and hundreds of smartly outfitted rooms and suites." Full review
Jetsetter "Waterfront retreat overlooking Abu Dhabi Creek with butler service and tons of outdoor activities on two private beaches." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Take a strikingly modern facade combined with exceptional service and a pristine beachfront locale and you’ve got the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Fairmont Bab Al Bahr." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"With stark glass facade and rectilinear night-lighting, this hotel resembles an office complex but...dramatic chandeliers and textured surfaces signal a sophisticated accommodation." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"In case you’ve been living under a rock, here’s a quick update: Abu Dhabi is the luxury capital of the Middle East. In addition to its extravagant hotels and high-end shopping scene, the..." Full review
Afar Magazine "Checking into this contemporary five-star resort, you'll be immediately treated to a fantastic beachfront view of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which sits just across the Khor Al Maqta waterway"
Independent "Other five-star hotels include Shangri-La (doubles from £203, room only) and Fairmont Bab Al Bahr (doubles from £147, room only)"
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