Millennium Downtown Abu DhabivsBeach Rotana
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Beach Rotana ranks significantly better than Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi. Beach Rotana ranks #6 in Abu Dhabi with positive reviews from 7 publications such as Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and The Telegraph.
Millennium Downtown Abu Dhabi
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"
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