Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by RotanavsSouthern Sun Abu Dhabi
Both Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana and Southern Sun Abu Dhabi are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana ranks slightly better than Southern Sun Abu Dhabi. Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana comes in at #18 in Abu Dhabi with accolades from 3 publications like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Oyster.
Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana
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 Telegraph
8.0
"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
Southern Sun Abu Dhabi
Al Mina Street | Tourist Club Area, Abu Dhabi 51997, United Arab Emirates
From $44/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
The Telegraph
8.0
"A stylish 353-room hotel that’s just a 10-minute walk from the Abu Dhabi Corniche." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Southern Sun Abu Dhabi is one of the highest-rated in the city." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Set the scene for us.Southern Sun Abu Dhabi is a bit round-about to get to, but it's still close enough to the city's Corniche promenade to remain appealing. The 27-story hotel sits..." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This shiny high-rise packs in the flair of a hotel twice the price from the moment you walk into the triple-height lobby hung with swooping contemporary lamps." Full review