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
29 December 2024
Exceptional
Nice breakfast but could be changed more frequently
Some staff are not as competent as others.
25 November 2024
Exceptional
Beach front, personal, breakfast and etc.
25 November 2024
good
nice hotel clean
nothing but fare from city
23 November 2024
Very relaxing atmosphere, excellent pool and very cordial and helpful staff.
The pool was well heated and clean. Breakfast spread was good too. Room was spacious.
The room had a connecting door. It was a bit noisy at night for a short period of time.
21 November 2024
Great hotel, perfect location.
Everything about this hotel is amazing!
17 November 2024
Fabulous experience. Would stay again for sure
Staff all very accommodating, knowledgeable and friendly. Check in was easy and efficient and vey welcoming. The guys on the reception helpful and the guys outside the entrance doors were really professional and never waited longer than 2-3 mins for a taxi. We had a lovely stay at The Fairmont. Great sunsets on the beach with a fantastic view of the Mosque. Food on the half board basis was really good and a varied choice. Breakfast on the shaded outdoor terrace with birdsong a great way to start the day. The pool was a refreshing temperature and all the staff on the beach and poolside are fun, friendly and professional. The view from the room was out of this world and the room itself bright and modern. Turn down service was a lovely touch and the rooms cleaned exceptionally well. I play padel tennis and there are some really great facilities only a few minutes walk away which I was delighted with. We really enjoyed the Sport’s Bar on site. Friendly staff and nice outside seating area.
Changing rooms at the pool a little tired. Cleaned regularly though so that was great. Beach bar was also pretty tired but the staff made up for it. They should definitely invest some time and money in updating the pool toilets and changing rooms and beach bar could do with some TLC.
11 November 2024
Very short but good stay.
The breakfast area was bit small for the amount of people that was there. Had to ask for food to be replenished also @ 10.50 was waiting to get my tea and coffee for 5 mins as nobody was behind the counter. I called a staff member and asked for tea and coffee then the staff member said the manchine is switched off. This was before 11 0clock which I said then he straight away gave me tea and coffee
2 November 2024
Exceptional
Staff and quick service was outstanding
29 October 2024
Exceptional
Everything, a special mention to Sally on. The front desk is a credit to your company she went above and beyond to make our anniversary the. Best time . Thankyou Sally
3 October 2024
A delightful and enjoyable stay.
Loved everything about it. From the friendly and helpful staff, to a luxury stay. Thank you.
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27 September 2024
Exceptional
very good pool and food
26 September 2024
Wonderful stay at a great hotel
What a wonderful hotel, staff really friendly, facilities great, breakfast ....wow. Room really clean, bed so comfortable and room size large.
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23 September 2024
I really liked the hotel and can recommend it.
I liked the nice creek view. The breakfast was perfect! It was a great selection of different dishes. The staff was pleasant and the room was well cleaned.
The hotel is located out t of the city center. So if you want to go to some tourist places or restaurants, you need to take a car. It’s not something bad, just keep in mind.
21 September 2024
Wonderful stay
Room was exceptionally clean, the restaurant options at the hotel were very good. Breakfast was top.
6 September 2024
Very good
Good location
Nothing
5 September 2024
Very good
Nice, but I wish there was a pool just for adults
5 September 2024
Friendly , amazing , understanding
The room , breakfast
Nothing
4 September 2024
Great location
Comfortable rooms, great location, Friendly stuff
Limited Dine in menu
4 September 2024
Exceptional
Beautiful rooms and great service
2 September 2024
Exceptional customer service
The staff at the hotel are exceptional especially the people on the door, they are so helpful and engaging. This is the best level of treatment we have had in the UAE this was our 5th trip. We popped to the bar one night for drinks the staff were so friendly we ended up staying for food also, I didn't even know they had a menu so that was a bonus. The beds are so comfortable it was like sleeping on a cloud. The water in the room is made from the humidity what a genius idea. I think more places should roll this out. I was a bit hesitant on location but taxis are cheap and plentiful and if you head to the aquarium there are a huge amount of restaurants, cafes and a cinema here.
The house keeping sometimes did not replenish toilet roll
18 August 2024
It was a good stiction and we enjoyed it, the hotel is perfect.
Everything was perfect
We reserve twin bed rooms and one king room, but while check it they did not give us the rooms based on our reservation.
16 August 2024
Exceptional
The hotel is super clean and well maintained. Lots of activities and food to choose from. The staff are extremely nice and helpful.
15 August 2024
Excellent stay with the most incredible staff
Stayed for 2 nights during the summer and couldn’t fault the hotel in any way, our stay was excellent. From the beautiful room to the exceptional facilities, we wished we could have stayed for longer! Brilliant breakfast, and the hotel is located perfectly ‘in the middle’ (between the city and everything off island). Everyone went above and beyond to ensure we had a brilliant stay. Shout out to Ronaldo who made sure he was there to help us in anyway at all. Another two shout outs to both Solomon and Chandran who were incredibly helpful and smiley, they’re all a credit to the Fairmont team. No doubt we will definitely be coming back again!
Nothing! Liked it all.
9 August 2024
Good stay
Clean and view Good for families
We reach around 5 and rooms were not ready yet. They give only one key for 1 room and they handover next room key after 45 mins and they didn’t offer late checkout. In addition i have requested by phone a birthday cake and they confirm that they will arrange it but they didn’t
5 August 2024
Exceptional
Great location , the breakfast was amazing and there was to much to choose from, the staff were very helpful and kind
3 August 2024
Perfect stay
Very special stay. The service, location, the staff, the hotel facilities, were absolutely fantastic. Michael the hotel concierge/manager, did a fantastic job, taking care of us making us feel welcomed and recommending place like Al Qana, which we didn't know of and thoroughly enjoyed. Ronaldo also took care of us and made our stay extra special. The room was huge, had everything of high quality, the view was unbelievably beautiful and the easy access to the beach was superb. You won't be disappointed here.
3 August 2024
It was good
The hotel is good and clean
The hotel it is very good for family trouble and stay. It has too many facility. They can enjoy it and it is very near from everything.
27 July 2024
Fabulous
It was clean and quite
Location and view
26 July 2024
Very good
Everything
Services was good
19 July 2024
Exceptional
Everything was amazing
Nothing
17 July 2024
Exceptional
The property is exceptionally clean and the staff was very professional especially Nancy from reception team
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.
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.
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
2 January 2025
You must book here for Abu Dhabi!