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Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana vs Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi ranks significantly better than Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana. Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi scores 86 with recommendations from 7 sources including Rough Guide, Star Service and The Telegraph.

Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana
Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana
7 / 10
Corniche Road West, Sector W-32, Abu Dhabi 43500, United Arab Emirates
From $57 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Oyster Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The upscale Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan is a 443-room mega-hotel with its own private strip of beach overlooking the Arabian Gulf." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This 443-room alcohol-free hotel in the north-west corner of Abu Dhabi Island is a favourite with families who return year after year for its relaxed, resort-style atmosphere." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Giant pool, landscaped gardens, facilities aimed at children (such as 'mini-me' climbing frames, swings and a crèche) and a relaxed atmosphere." Full review
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
8 / 10
Qaryat Al Beri Complex, United Arab Emirates
From $120 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Away from Abu Dhabi’s bustling center, in the quiet development of Qaryat Al Beri, this opulent hotel has a private beach, numerous award-winning restaurants and a spa guaranteed to fix..." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Shangri-La is a superb hotel with rooms overlooking either the long private beach, or one of the swimming pools. It also has a spa, restaurants and a shopping centre."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"One of the city’s most alluring hotels, with gorgeous Arabian-nights decor, huge gardens, four pools, the lovely Chi spa and wonderful views of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque."
Time Out Time Out
"This place oozes money, sophistication and above all discreet yet polite service." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This palace is situated outside downtown in a quiet residential neighborhood overlooking the river and the second largest mosque in the world." Full review
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