Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi
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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi Review
The 5-star Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi lies in the shopping area of Abu Dhabi, about 10 minutes by car from natural attractions such as the Large Family Waterfront Park. 394 rooms and 9 restaurants are offered at this luxurious hotel, located in the centre of Abu Dhabi.
The Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, features an executive breakfast. The à la carte comprises a spacious terrace, and invites guests to savour seafood cuisine. To cater to every palate, it offers a gluten free menu. Gastronomic options include a pool bar. The restaurant Limo Bar is only a short drive from this Abu Dhabi hotel.
Beach is a 10-minute drive from the luxury property, while the reconstructed Heritage Village Desert Oasis Town is nestled 5 minutes away by car. The Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is a few steps from N2N Art Gallery, and a sandy beach is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.
The accommodation is also within walking distance of Arabian Gulf. Marina Mall is situated within a 10-minute drive of Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi.
The luxury rooms include a balcony and a lounge area, furnished with soundproof windows, and some of them face the sea. Guests can make use of a minibar fridge and tea/coffee making equipment, and relax with an iPad and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For more comfort, a hairdryer and bathrobes, along with a separate toilet, are provided. Here you'll also find views of Arabian Gulf.
For those travelling from afar, Bateen airport is 18 minutes' drive away.
The property provides an aqua park and a sun deck for an additional fee. A gym and an outdoor pool area are available at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi. Active guests will also like bicycle usage and horse riding tours arranged by the accommodation. Spa facilities include a wellness area and a spa lounge along with a Turkish steam bath, a Turkish steam room, and an outdoor swimming pool. Business travellers are welcome to use a business centre offered on site.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Impressive iconic hotel with amazing views of the sea.
- Located in a beach area with a river and a greenery throughout.
- Within easy walking distance of Limo Bar.
- Bright rooms offer incredible decor and excellent amenities.
- Fully equipped bathrooms offer a separate shower and a shower.
- Plenty of dining options include a beach restaurant with international fare.
- Main bar with free hot drinks and appetising bites.
- Top-notch service provided.
- Rates are great.
- A few past guests were dissatisfied with a little lumpy beds.
- Wi-Fi connection was weak for such a hotel.
Key Features
- 2 swimming pools
- free wifi
- beachfront
- free parking
- family rooms
- airport shuttle
- fitness centre
- bar
- private beach area
- fabulous breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- iPad
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Relax
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Aqua park
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Water slides
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
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Location
Landmarks nearby
- Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center 2.70 km (1.68 mi.)
- Marina Mall 2.69 km (1.67 mi.)
- Qasr Al Watan Visitor Centre 780 m (2559 ft)
- Heritage Village 2.19 km (1.36 mi.)
- Etihad Towers 770 m (2526 ft)
- N2N Art Gallery 310 m (1017 ft)
- Marina Al Bateen Resort 2.20 km (1.37 mi.)