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Fairmont Bab Al Bahr

Abu Dhabi , Between The Bridges, Khor Maqta (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsFairmont Bab Al Bahr is an exceptional five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi with a superb location right on the beach. The hotel offers VIP service with helpful and friendly staff. Available parking spaces and excellent cleanliness are also highlights. While some reviewers expressed disappointment with limited dining options and found the building a bit old and overpriced, overall, guests commend the state-of-the-art facilities and services. The fun bar on-site adds to the enjoyable experience. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is definitely worth considering for a luxurious stay in Abu Dhabi.
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The gorgeous white sand beach is only a stone's throw away from the luxurious and opulent hotel. Guests can enjoy the direct access to the beach at any time of the day and spend their ideal vacation on the beach.

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Room Types

Fairmont King Room - Non Smoking Offering a modern décor and glass to ceiling windows, this elegantly designed room is air-conditioned. It includes a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a working desk. A tea/coffee maker and a minibar are also available. The bathroom is fitted with a soaking bath, a rain shower and Le Labo toiletries.

Fairmont King Room with Creek View - Smoking Boasting views of Abu Dhabi Creek and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, this elegantly designed room is air-conditioned. It includes a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a working desk. A tea/coffee maker and a minibar are also available. The bathroom is fitted with a soaking bath, a rain shower and Le Labo toiletries.

Fairmont Gold Room - Non-Smoking This elegant, air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a working desk. A Nesspresso coffee machine and a minibar are also available. The bathroom is fitted with a soaking bath, a rain shower and Le Labo toiletries. The Fairmont Gold Lounge offers: - Free continental buffet breakfast, afternoon tea, along with evening snacks and drinks (Charges apply after 19:00) - Free WiFi. - Dedicated concierge team and on-call butler service. - Private check-in and check-out.

Fairmont Gold Creek View Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking Offering views of Abu Dhabi Creek or Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, this elegant, air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a working desk. A Nesspresso coffee machine and a minibar are also available. The bathroom is fitted with a soaking bath, a rain shower and Le Labo toiletries. The Fairmont Gold Lounge offers: - Free continental buffet breakfast, afternoon tea, along with evening snacks and drinks (Charges apply after 19:00) - Free WiFi. - Dedicated concierge team and on-call butler service. - Private check-in and check-out.

Fairmont Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking Offering a modern décor and glass to ceiling windows, this elegantly designed room is air-conditioned. It includes a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a working desk. A tea/coffee maker and a minibar are also available. The bathroom is fitted with a soaking bath, a rain shower and Le Labo toiletries. Please note that room rates that include breakfast is for a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children aged 5 and below.

Fairmont King Room - Smoking Offering a modern décor and glass to ceiling windows, this elegantly designed room is air-conditioned. It includes a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a working desk. A tea/coffee maker and a minibar are also available. The bathroom is fitted with a soaking bath, a rain shower and Le Labo toiletries.

Fairmont Gold Suite - Non-Smoking This suite features a pool with a view. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious suite also features 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. This suite has air conditioning, a minibar, flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Fairmont Gold Creek View Suite - Non-Smoking This suite provides a pool with a view. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious suite also includes 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Fairmont Creek View with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking This double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Fairmont King Room with Creek View - Non-Smoking This double room features a pool with a view. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Fairmont Gold King Room The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Junior King Suite The unit offers 1 bed.

Junior King Suite with View The unit has 1 bed.

Fairmont Gold King Creek View Room - Non-Smoking The unit has 1 bed.

One-Bedroom King Suite with View - Smoking The unit has 1 bed.

About Fairmont Bab Al Bahr

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Guest Reviews

8.5

Very Good

Location

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr boasts a brilliant location situated on the waterfront with a beautiful view of the sea and Sheikh Zayed Mosque. It's also conveniently located for the airport and opposite the largest mosque in the UAE. Guests can easily access the beach and taxis are readily available from the front of the hotel. The view from the creek side room is a standout feature with many guests raving about it. While the hotel is a bit far from the city center, Uber makes it easy to reach in just 15 minutes. The staff is polite and accommodating and the facilities and location are comfortable and superb.

Breakfast

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr hotel offers an amazing breakfast experience for guests. There is a great variety of food to choose from and the quality of the food is excellent. Guest reviews praise the lovely outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy their breakfast. In addition, the hotel offers other dining options such as lunch, evening snacks and an impressive seafood night dinner. Staff are helpful and friendly and service is generally good, although some guests felt the breakfast service could be more organised. Some guests suggest improvements to the pool menu. However, the majority of reviews express satisfaction with the breakfast at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr with many describing the breakfast as the best and most diverse they have ever experienced.

Rooms

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a luxurious hotel with spacious rooms and beautiful views of the sea and Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Many guests praised the size of the rooms, saying they were large and comfortable with luxurious furnishings. The bathrooms were also nice with some guests saying they were very big and well equipped. The views from the rooms were stunning with some overlooking the mosque while others provided a view of the city and the river. Although some guests mentioned the need for a small refresh of the decor and clean windows, overall the rooms were clean and beautiful. Some even described the rooms as "AMAZING" and "huge!" Other positives of the hotel included its location, nice beach and lovely staff.

Beds

If you're looking for a hotel with cozy and comfortable beds, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is definitely the place to be. The beds are described as "super comfy" and "one of the best," with many guests rating a full 10/10 for comfort. While there were a few negative comments about connected beds and a dip curve in one of the mattresses, these comments were largely overshadowed by the many positive reviews. Some guests mentioned bad smells or poor quality bed sheets, but overall it seems that the beds are a highlight of this hotel. From "really comfy" to "very comfortable," guests had nothing but good things to say about their sleeping arrangements. So, if a good night's sleep is a priority for your next travel adventure, be sure to consider Fairmont Bab Al Bahr.

Cleanliness

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr boasts exceptional cleanliness throughout the entire hotel with guests raving about the extremely clean rooms and beautiful facilities. Despite a few sub-par housekeeping services, guests enjoyed the nicely made-up rooms and excellent maintenance. The hotel's location and services were also appreciated with many guests noting the attentiveness of the staff. While some guests mentioned a need for some renovation in certain areas, the overall cleanliness was exceptional. Guests were pleased with the cleanliness of the beach and pool areas and the beautiful view of the sea. Overall, the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a very clean and well-maintained hotel, perfect for those seeking a relaxing and hygienic vacation.

Staff

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr hotel is highly praised for its exceptional staff, who are described as helpful, polite, friendly and attentive. Guests report that staff members across all departments are friendly with the female Concierge receiving a special mention for her helpfulness. Visitors have highlighted concierge Melvin as providing standout customer service. Guests also noted how the staff were quick to respond and went above and beyond to ensure that their requests were met. The reception staff, in particular, receive a lot of praise for their welcoming and friendly demeanor. The hotel offers an impressive breakfast and staff members are always on hand to assist with any questions or requests. While there were a few negative comments about night shift staff being slow and some reviews citing the need for staff training, the overall impression is that the hotel staff are a true asset to the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, going the extra mile to make guests feel welcome and comfortable throughout their stay.

Gym

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr boasts a fantastic gym with breathtaking views and top-notch equipment. It's perfectly suitable for all your fitness needs, ensuring you don't miss a session while on vacation. In the rare case you need extra equipment or facilities, there's a nearby public gym available. The gym is well-maintained and the perfect place to recharge before hitting the relaxing pool area. Overall, staying fit and healthy during your stay at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is effortless thanks to their fantastic gym!

Pool

The pool at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a standout feature of the hotel according to many guest reviews. They rave about the fantastic, superb and spectacular pool area that leads directly onto a lovely private beach. Some even mention the heated outdoor pool as a bonus. However, others note that there is only one pool, which can become overwhelming when there are many people, including kids. Some guests criticize the early closure of the pool, which can be inconvenient. Still, most agree that the pool and beach areas are always clean and well maintained. Some complain about the sunbeds being in poor condition and construction nearby, but the fantastic views of the pool, beach and restaurants make up for it. While some mention slow pool and beach service, others praise the friendly staff. Overall, guests recommend the pool, beach and restaurants, making for a great vacation at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr.

Beach

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr hotel is simply wonderful, boasting a prime location situated on the waterfront in Abu Dhabi. Guests can enjoy their stay in the lap of luxury with a beautiful and clean beach just a stone's throw away. Soft sand and always available sun loungers make for a relaxing beach day, while the beach facilities and breakfast are highly praised. Although one or two mention bird poop on the loungers, the large and clean beach itself is highly spoken of. The pool and beach areas are well kept and there is easy access to the beach from the hotel. Guests rave about the friendly staff and the fantastic views of the sea and the beach from the rooms. All in all, the hotel offers a gorgeous and comfortable stay in a beautiful location.

Family

Welcome to Fairmont Bab Al Bahr! This lovely hotel is the perfect destination for families looking for a fun and relaxing vacation. With rooms that are decorated especially for family occasions, you're sure to feel at home. We booked 2 rooms for ourselves and our kids and were very happy with the comfortable accommodations.

One of the highlights of our stay was the clean beach with always available sun loungers. We spent countless hours playing in the sand and soaking up the sun. Additionally, the pool is clean and even has some hot tubs for the adults to enjoy while the kids swim. The pool and beach service was also an added bonus, making it easy to stay refreshed all day long.

We can't forget to mention the amazing kids' club that kept our little ones entertained for hours. The pool is even adapted for children and we felt safe letting them play. Highly recommended for all families with kids!

5 Star

If you're looking for a five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr should make your list. Guests have described it as exceptional, superb and beautiful. Many praise the helpful and friendly staff who provide VIP service. The location, right on the beach, is also a stand-out feature. The hotel offers available parking spaces and excellent cleanliness. Some reviewers expressed their disappointment with the limited dining options, but overall, the hotel was commended for its state-of-the-art facilities and services. However, a few guests found the building a bit old and overpriced, but they still rated it five stars. Regardless, the hotel offers an enjoyable stay and the fun bar on-site adds to the experience. So, if you're considering a five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi, give Fairmont Bab Al Bahr a shot!

Outdoor Pool

If you're looking for a luxurious stay in Abu Dhabi with an incredible pool, look no further than the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr. The outdoor pool is simply fantastic and the heated water makes it perfect for a dip no matter the temperature outside. Guests can enjoy breakfast on the lovely outdoor terrace while taking in breathtaking views of the striking pool. Parents and babies seem to prefer the outdoor Jacuzzi, however, it's always full despite being intended for the designated children's pool. Nevertheless, both the pool and beach areas are immaculately clean and well-kept, making it the perfect place to soak up the sun and relax.

Luxury

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a beautiful hotel located in a stunning setting. The luxurious furnishings and exceptional services make this hotel a must-visit for anyone looking for an extravagant stay. The hotel is complete, clean and impressive - a five-star hotel that is definitely worth the expense. The food, bar and restaurant services are of high quality, while the staff is attentive and accommodating. Most guests praised the size and cleanliness of the rooms and the hotel even boasts a fun bar. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is the epitome of a luxurious stay, truly deserving of its five-star rating.

Romantic

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a truly romantic getaway for couples looking for an unforgettable experience. Guests have been raving about the special honeymoon surprises and beautiful amenities at the hotel. The romantic atmosphere is perfect for those looking to reconnect with their loved ones or celebrate a special occasion. Highly recommended for all couples, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is the perfect destination for a romantic escape. Don't miss out on the chance to create unforgettable memories with your special someone.

Yes, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Children's Pool, Pool Swim Up Bar, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr.

No, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr.

Yes, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has a gym.

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