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Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by RotanavsShangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi ranks significantly better than Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana. Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi scores 86 with recommendations from 7 sources including Rough Guide, Star Service and The Telegraph.
Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Corniche Road West, Sector W-32, Abu Dhabi 43500, United Arab Emirates
From $57/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The upscale Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan is a 443-room mega-hotel with its own private strip of beach overlooking the Arabian Gulf." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This 443-room alcohol-free hotel in the north-west corner of Abu Dhabi Island is a favourite with families who return year after year for its relaxed, resort-style atmosphere." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Giant pool, landscaped gardens, facilities aimed at children (such as 'mini-me' climbing frames, swings and a crèche) and a relaxed atmosphere." Full review
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Jetsetter
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Time Out
Star Service Oyster The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Forbes Travel Guide
Independent
Qaryat Al Beri Complex, United Arab Emirates
From $120/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter "Away from Abu Dhabi’s bustling center, in the quiet development of Qaryat Al Beri, this opulent hotel has a private beach, numerous award-winning restaurants and a spa guaranteed to fix..." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Shangri-La is a superb hotel with rooms overlooking either the long private beach, or one of the swimming pools. It also has a spa, restaurants and a shopping centre."
Rough Guide "One of the city’s most alluring hotels, with gorgeous Arabian-nights decor, huge gardens, four pools, the lovely Chi spa and wonderful views of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque."
Time Out "This place oozes money, sophistication and above all discreet yet polite service." Full review
Star Service "This palace is situated outside downtown in a quiet residential neighborhood overlooking the river and the second largest mosque in the world." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The 213-room luxury Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri is designed to feel like a modern day Shangri-La, located on a half mile of private beach in Abu Dhabi's Between the Bridges area." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"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." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "for us.
Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat al Beri is reminiscent of an Arabic royal residence. The entrance sits at the top of an ascending driveway—an enchanting introduction to a landmark..." Full review
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Be sure to take a traditional abra (wooden boat) from the hotel to the nearby souk (market)—it's a novel way to get from A to B along the purpose-built waterway.
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Find your bliss among the spacious grounds, dissected by a canal for traditional Arabian abra boats and flush with lots of lush foliage hosting sweetly singing birds. " Full review
Independent "For romance, Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, overlooking the Khor Al Maqta canal, is known for its dazzling Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque views, villas and restaurants"
