Fairmont Bab Al BahrvsIbis Abu Dhabi Gate

Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr ranks significantly better than Ibis Abu Dhabi Gate. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr comes in at 76 with accolades from 4 sources like Time Out, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr

Tripexpert score:

8/10

Location:Between The Bridges, Abu Dhabi 114304, United Arab Emirates

Price:

From $110/night

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge
Hot Tub
Free Internet
Room Service
Shuttle Bus
Laundry Service

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Expert reviews:

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

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

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

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Ibis Abu Dhabi Gate

Tripexpert score:

7/10

Location:P.O. Box 92 156, Road 34, Gate City Bain Al Jessrain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates