Abu Dhabi

It’s not just giddy hyperbole either; it really feels palatial, with luxury that regularly accommodates royalty. — Time Out

Superbly-positioned, with glorious views of sea and the six-mile Saadiyat beach, this vast Abu Dhabi hotel is a short, ten-minute drive to the city centre. — The Telegraph

Located on the banks of Abu Dhabi’s Maqta Creek, the hotel provides a front row seat to the city’s best views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. — The Telegraph

This 499-room hotel has brave-new-world bravado and future-is-now daring to spare. — Travel + Leisure

Situated far from the city center in a quieter, more upscale area designed for peace and quiet, this breathtaking new resort incorporates guest rooms and residential accommodations. — Star Service

A 66-floor Xanadu in a five-tower office-condo complex owned by a cousin of the ruler of Abu Dhabi. — Condé Nast Traveler

The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is the urban destination for the traveler looking for a refined atmosphere and city-central convenience without being too far from the sun and sand. — Forbes Travel Guide

Offering a quality experience in a convenient location with stylish design and first-class dining options, it's not surprising this sumptuous hotel is so popular. — Lonely Planet

Situated on a stretch of pristine white-sand beach on Saadiyat Island, the serene Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas is surprisingly well within reach of some of the UAE capital’s top attractions. — Forbes Travel Guide

Slick and smartly buzzing; moneyed. — The Telegraph

Anyone who enjoys spending time by the water will enjoy a stay at Traders Hotel. — The Telegraph

This vast Rotana property certainly makes a statement with its exclusive Saadiyat Island beachfront address. — The Telegraph

One of the best decked-out hotels in Abu Dhabi, the Sheraton comes complete with a private beach. The hotel has a great gym and popular restaurants, bars and a nightclub. — Time Out

Natural island close on the coast of Abu Dhabi, offering well-equipped beach villas, private pools, obliging service, an excellent choice of restaurants and boat transfers. — The Telegraph

This is a business hotel with an identity crisis. — Star Service

This well situated 280-room hotel exudes French elegance and offers sweeping views of the Gulf and city skyline. — The Telegraph

Touted as an Abu Dhabi landmark, this slickly run business hotel is another Emirati five-star offering an audacious superlative: its 18-degree tilt makes it the world’s furthest-leaning manmade tower. — The Telegraph