Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi HotelvsBeach Rotana
Both properties are recommended by professionals. On balance, Beach Rotana scores slightly higher than Anantara Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa. Beach Rotana comes in at 86 with praise from 7 publications like Rough Guide, Oyster and Time Out.
Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hotel
Sheikh Zayed Street, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
From $93/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter
"An urban sanctuary with a sublime spa, top Thai restaurant and an infinity pool overlooking Abu Dhabi's mangroves." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The Anantara Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa is a luxury resort set in a sleek mixed-use retail and apartment building overlooking Abu Dhabi's Mangrove National Park." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara is an urban sanctuary, not too far from Abu Dhabi’s Central Business District." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Stepping into the lobby with its mashrabiya patterns and oud player, it's clear that Arab hospitality is taken seriously at this luxe lair." Full review
Independent
"Anantara Eastern Mangroves, with its spa, infinity pool and sea kayaking, is almost Maldivian-lite"
Beach Rotana
2nd Street, Connected to Abu Dhabi Mall, Abu Dhabi 45200, United Arab Emirates
From $74/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Although far less opulent than Emirates Palace, Beach Rotana is one of my favorite hotels in Abu Dhabi." Full review
Lonely Planet
"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." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"While the well-appointed rooms are comfortable and come with good facilities, the attraction at this splendid hotel is the white sand beach and the popular PADI dive school."
Rough Guide
"This smart modern beachfront resort-style hotel is probably the nicest place to stay in the city after the Emirates Palace, and a whole lot cheaper."
Time Out
"Probably the most family orientated of the top hotels in the city, the Beach Rotana is connected to Abu Dhabi Mall, meaning shopaholics don’t have far to walk." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The Beach Rotana - Abu Dhabi is an upscale, 565-room hotel attached to the Abu Dhabi Mall." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"One of Abu Dhabi’s original grand dames, loved by expats, business travellers and returning holidaymakers alike." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This hotel, next to a popular mall, is a central choice that offers comfort, quality, and serenity in equal measure." Full review