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. A fresh, modern vibe runs through the rooms with a sprinkle of Middle Eastern design touches thrown in, and there's a buzzing social vibe throughout thanks to a bundle of popular bars and cafes.

After a long day in the heat, cool off in the large rooftop pool or grab a beer in the bright and welcoming sports bar Blue Sky Lounge. Afterwards, move on to a cushioned nook in the hotel's own rather plush shisha tent for some apple-scented smoking.


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1. Heritage Park

0.53 MILES

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2. Dhow Harbour

0.73 MILES

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3. Capital Gardens

0.81 MILES

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4. Lake Park & Formal Park

0.9 MILES

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5. Al Mina Fish Market

0.97 MILES

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6. Abdullah Hamaid Al Rumaithi Mosque

0.99 MILES

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7. Al Maryah Island Promenade

1.03 MILES

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8. Abu Dhabi Global Market Square

1.12 MILES

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