Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi
Expert reviews
“Sleek and sapphire blue, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr’s geometry sparkles like glistening facets of a gemstone along Abu Dhabi Creek. Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting hotel in stark contrast to its cool, modern façade.”
“Its stark glass facade, with rectilinear night-lighting, invites you into a vast atrium of textured surfaces and glowing hanging lamps. Things stay more classic in the rooms, with plenty of wood detailing and floor-to-ceiling windows. You’ll have to pay extra for a ‘view’ room if you want the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque vista.”
“Set alongside a cluster of creekside hotels, and one of the capital’s most recognisable buildings thanks to its sheer blue glass exterior and LED lights. It’s one for the water lovers; guests can enjoy the hotel’s Olympic-sized swimming pool and private beach, not to mention its views of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Beachfront
- Swimming pool
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
All you need to know
Abu Dhabi, the epitome of opulence in the Middle East, is more than just a city with lavish hotels and an upscale shopping scene. It’s on the brink of having its very own Louvre and Guggenheim, the latter being a masterpiece of Frank Gehry.
The city even boasts a gold-dispensing ATM, though that’s hardly surprising. While the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr may not rank at the pinnacle of luxury, it’s not too far off. Being a five-star hotel in this city means it has to maintain a certain standard, making the Fairmont an exceptionally pleasant place to stay.
“Báb” translates to “gate” or “door” in Arabic, thus Bab Al Bahr can be seen as the gateway to Abu Dhabi island from the mainland. This implies that the Fairmont isn’t located in the heart of the city but rather at its entrance.
Overlooking the silhouette of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and situated on the beachfront, this hotel caters to business needs with its modern design and hundreds of well-equipped rooms and suites.
The Fairmont offers a taste of luxury you’d anticipate, with lavish king-sized beds adorned with fresh white sheets, modern bathrooms featuring large bathtubs, flat-screen televisions, and distinct lounging areas.
Rooms and suites in the higher category provide exclusive access to the Fairmont Gold Lounge, which offers complimentary continental breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktail hours, along with free Wi-Fi and readily available butler service.
The hotel boasts a diverse array of dining options, including a steakhouse by Michelin-starred chef Marco Pierre White and the exotic Chameleon cocktail lounge. Notably, Al Naba’a Lounge provides the most extensive tea blend collection in Abu Dhabi.
At The Chocolate Gallery, guests can witness chocolatiers in action. Beyond food and beverages, the hotel’s private beach and adjoining pool serve as major attractions – their sparkling blue waters meticulously cared for by the hotel staff.
While the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr might not be the wealthiest city’s most extravagant hotel, its stylish reliability makes it a preferred choice among business travelers.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
9 July 2024
Great stay in Abu Dhabi
Floor 7 executive lounge and the staff there were exceptional
Couldn’t fault anything although a better pool service would be great
9 July 2024
Highly Recommend
Everything, absolutely immaculate!
Nothing, everything was perfect
8 July 2024
Fabulous
Really nice hotel with excellent facilities and very helpful and friendly staff. Booked a creek side room which was spacious with floor to ceiling windows and an amazing view of the Grand Mosque. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
7 July 2024
Exceptional
Really Excellent Hotel, appreciated everyone and everything there, Fantastic and super fast services, for sure 200% will visit again soon
Nothing at all
2 July 2024
Exceptional
The stuff was so friendly and the food was delicious 👍
29 June 2024
Best bathroom set up
The Bed and bathroom and coffee
Smell of the hallway.
29 June 2024
Beautiful Memories with Fairmont
Here’s a long list of all the things I loved about this hotel, because it was really exceptional: 1) Once I completed my booking online, they contacted me via the app to confirm all the details and welcoming me to the hotel. They were very responsive and took note of all my needs. 2) It was my 1st time at the hotel, so at the time of check-in they upgraded me from a city view to a sea view, which was beautiful! 3) The rates of the hotel are so convenient compared to the wonderful service you get there. 4) The breakfast buffet was very satisfying. They have the best Lebanese chef who makes the most delicious manakesh ever! 5) They have all type of restaurants (F&B) and all available with convenient prices. You will not need to dine out or order food from outside the hotel. 6) The staff was exceptional. Very professional, accommodating, welcoming, respectful, and friendly. This is the 1st time I stay in a hotel where everyone is smiling and can’t wait to make your stay even better. 7) The cosmetics they use in the hotel rooms are of great quality. (Le Labo) 8) The room was spacious and luxurious. 9) The dine-in menu for the rooms has almost everything with convenient prices. 10) The team is always one call away. 11) They are very concerned about sustainability and take all the possible measures. It has become on my top list whenever I am going to visit Abu Dhabi again. It’s going to be always, Fairmont. I’m impressed with the quality and service. Thank you for making my stay outstanding!
21 June 2024
Good
The toilet was awsome. breakfast was great.
The pool was big but very crowded also mixed with kids. there was very tiny area for poolbar and drinks. that was not really good.
19 June 2024
Comfortable Stay
Spacious rooms with fantastic views. Clean and maintained well.
18 June 2024
Great place to spend an anniversary staycation.
Room was very spacious, staff were very friendly, breakfast was excellent with a wide selection of items to choose from, the pool (while crowded at times) and the pool bar were really especially enjoyable. Beds are also super comfortable.
18 June 2024
Fabulous
The facility and the staff
There is no spa or big sweeming pool It was crowded and we couldn't use it .
12 June 2024
fantastic
everything was superb
nothing
8 June 2024
Reception staff, professional, skill , polite, helpful
Staff
N/A
7 June 2024
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Varieties of restaurants Size of rooms Property hygiene
Location
1 June 2024
amazing
everything
nothing
27 May 2024
Highly Recommended Hotel
Excellent staff and very friendly. Nice food. Very comfortable bed and cool shower
the beach was closed. also checking out timing 12pm
14 May 2024
Great stay, great staff, and great choice of restaurants. The Sushi Caffe is one of the best.
The sea view from the room was great. The breakfast exceeded my expectations from variety to quality.
The closet doors did not open or close properly. But that was fine.
6 May 2024
Lovely location overlooking the Grand Mosque with very spacious rooms
Room size was excellent and loved that it was 2 queen beds in the room. Having a small beach/sea and a pool was perfect for our needs and the half board option suited us. Breakfast was excellent
The sea had quite a bit of algae in it making it a little slimy! Our half board included an exceptionally busy Iftar buffet that was a little too crowded to be considered a pleasant dining experience. The plus side being we were seating outside overlooking the sea so we made the most of the view/setting and less about the food.
30 April 2024
Relaxing , friendly, the Gold rooms with access to the premier lounge are good value for money
Excellent staff, very friendly and attentive. Delicious food. Very comfortable bed and good shower
Nothing.
28 April 2024
Exceptional
It was large and clean room, everything needed was available at my room. Definitely I will visit again. Thank you fairmont. What a a really five stars hotel !
17 April 2024
Lovely hotel with great beach/pool area and good breakfast.
Very nice pool and beach area, good breakfast and lovely restaurants
The double beds in our room were quite small so our daughter had to sleep in the sofa. To get the bathroom light on we had to have a main switch on in the bedroom which turned a lamp on, meaning at night time we had to use our phone torch.
15 April 2024
Exceptional
Nothing
8 April 2024
Exceptional
Great property and very helpful team especially Michael at reception - we will be back for sure
21 March 2024
Great hotel and as to be expected for a 5 star hotel.
Room was a great size and the shower was very good. Breakfast was also very good with a lot of choice.
The room was a little dirty on arrival, especially in and around the sinks and mirrors.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Table tennis
- - Canoeing (additional charge)
- - Private beach area
- - Water sport facilities on site (additional charge)
- - Kids' club (additional charge)
- - Beachfront
- - Evening entertainment (additional charge)
- - Beauty Services
- - Make up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Hair cut
- - Hair colouring
- - Hair styling
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Beach
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Themed dinner nights (additional charge)
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
- - Cooking class (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance (additional charge)
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor pool (seasonal)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
- - Indoor play area
- - Kids' outdoor play equipment
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Pool bar
- - Shallow end
- - Pool cover
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Kids' pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
13 July 2024
Nice, would come back.
Nice and modern room. Pool and outdoor kids area was good. Friendly staff at the reception. Excellent food from room service. The salmon we ordered was probably the best I ever had!
Nothing negative. No scent in the lobby or corridor which could enhance the guest experience.