InterContinental Abu Dhabi, an IHG HotelvsW Abu Dhabi - Yas Island
Both properties are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi is the choice of most reviewers compared to InterContinental Abu Dhabi. Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi has a TripExpert Score of 89 with recommendations from 9 reviews such as The Telegraph, Forbes Travel Guide and Oyster.
InterContinental Abu Dhabi, an IHG Hotel
Bainuna St (34th), Al Bateen area, Abu Dhabi 4171, United Arab Emirates
From $78/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"A longstanding favorite among Abu Dhabi's hotel scene, the Intercon attracts a mix of locals and expats." Full review
Time Out
"This hotel has recently been given a complete refurbishment. Beach lovers should head here as the InterContinental boasts one of the longest stretches of beach in town." Full review
Star Service
"Its nondescript high-rise exterior rises above a waterfront marina and within a short distance from the city's famed corniche." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Diverse, quality, dining options are a perk and it checks all the boxes with two outdoor pools, a waterslide, spa, and extensive meeting facilities." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Situated in a prime location for sundowners, this lively and popular hotel offers a wide choice of restaurants and entertainment." Full review
W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island
Yas Island Leisure Drive, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
From $123/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"This 499-room hotel has brave-new-world bravado and future-is-now daring to spare." Full review
Time Out
"This elegant five-star hotel is among the best known in the capital, with distinct architecture and chic interior design." Full review
Gayot
"Just 15 minutes from Abu Dhabiâ's lively city center, the Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi boasts a truly unique location that straddles both land and water."
Lonely Planet
"The most visually dramatic addition to Abu Dhabi's hotelscape sits in pole position on Yas Island, not far from the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi theme park."
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The 499-room luxury Yas Viceroy is the world's only hotel built over a Formula One racetrack." Full review
Wallpaper
"The already highly distinctive Yas Hotel in Abu Dhabi recently emerged from a Viceroy makeover that has upgraded the staff and transformed the lobby into a sleek meeting place." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Large beige-and-gray-toned rooms have an iPhone meets Austin Powers geek–chicness and are equipped with mood lighting and high-tech desks." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The 499-room Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi is renowned for its over-water, over-land location straddling a Formula 1 race track." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Forbes Travel Guide is embarking on a global expansion of its Star Ratings. Come back soon to learn more about this property and find out which rating it earned." Full review
Independent
"The ultimate race-lovers’ option can be found at ultra luxe W Abu Dhabi – where Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and others will fly past under its bridge"
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