Fairmont Bab Al BahrvsSofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr and Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche are both rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr ranks #13 in Abu Dhabi with positive reviews from 5 reviews like Time Out, Jetsetter and Oyster.
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
Time Out
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Oyster
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Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide
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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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December 16, 2022
Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche Oyster Jetsetter Tablet
The Telegraph Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
Corniche Road East, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster Luxury
"This luxury chain hotel has 282 large guest rooms, 48 of which are extravagant suites." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxe Art Deco–inspired skyscraper overlooking Abu Dhabi's Corniche with a sublime spa and elegant piano bar." Full review
Tablet17.5
"the top two floors are home to the Club Millésime, a high-end club offering that can compete with those of any of the major chains." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This well situated 280-room hotel exudes French elegance and offers sweeping views of the Gulf and city skyline." Full review
Lonely Planet "Slap on the Corniche and packed full of facilities, you can't really go wrong staying in the Sofitel's large, light-filled rooms." Full review
Michelin Guide "A decade ago we were shouting about East Asian luxury hotels to anyone who’d listen. These days, however, if you want to see high-end hospitality practiced in its purest form, you’d do..." Full review
