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In a prime location and boasting unrivalled views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Fairmont Bab al Bahr is the epitome of luxury. Everything is world-class, including service, the restaurants and leisure facilities. Guest rooms are a delight, furnished in contemporary style with all mod-cons. Upgrade to a Fairmont Gold Room and you benefit from Gold service too which includes dedicated check-in/check-out and complimentary Continental breakfast, afternoon tea and evening drinks. There’s a health club and a beach club to explore, the former boasting state-of-the-art gym equipment, the latter, two swimming pools, one Olympic sized and beach games galore. Restaurants abound at the Fairmont, opt for the bustling atmosphere of Marco’s New York Italian, or dine in style at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill. Mazaj is probably the finest Lebanese restaurant in Abu Dhabi, serving everything from mezze to kebabs to tapas or feast on sumptuous buffet fare at CuiScene, which also hosts theme nights and the famous Fairmont Saturday Brunch.
Amenities
Babysitting service
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Room Service
Spa
Swimming Pool
Close to Beach
Where is it
Overlooking a pristine and private stretch of beach on the canal. Transfer time from Abu Dhabi International Airport: 30 minutes.
Hotel information
369 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, LCD TV, telephone, WiFi access, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Fairmont Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child under 12 years.
Half Board option: includes breakfast at CuiScene restaurant, including free-flow tea, coffee, water and juices (6:30-10:30am only). Lunch or dinner - international buffet at CuiScene restaurant (exclusive of beverages; 12:00-3:00pm for lunch or 7:00-11:00pm for dinner), or 3-course set menu at Marco’s Italian (12:00-3:00pm for lunch or 6:00-11:00pm for dinner) or Mazaj Bab Al Bahr (12:00-3:00pm for lunch or 6:00-11:00pm for dinner). Reservations are required, subject to availability.
Full Board option: includes lunch and dinner (except Fridays). Beverages are not included and will be charged separately to the guest bill.
Should guests wish to dine in any other outlets (Marco’s Italian, Mazaj Bab Al Bahr, Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill and Café Sushi) a credit will be issued towards their final bill.
Fairmont View Rooms with views of Abu Dhabi Creek and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child (under 12 years).
Fairmont Gold Rooms are more spacious with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child (under 12 years).
Fairmont Gold View Rooms with views of Abu Dhabi Creek and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child (under 12 years).
Fairmont Gold Superior Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child (under 12 years).
Fairmont Gold Superior View Rooms with views of Abu Dhabi Creek and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child (under 12 years).
Fairmont Gold Suites with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.
Fairmont Gold Rooms and Suites enjoy Fairmont Gold Service and benefits that include:
Butler service
Complimentary pressing of one suit, dress or kandoura
Complimentary deluxe Continental breakfast, afternoon tea and sundowners served in the private lounge
Sweets on seven
Complimentary shuttle bus to mall and local sights.
Mazaj Bab Al Bahr (all-day dining, Mediterranean cuisine), CuiScene (International buffet with theme nights), Café Sushi, Marco's Italian (Marco’s Italian by Marco Pierre White, traditional and authentic Italian dishes), Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill, The Lobby Lounge. Poolside bar and Bridges Bar.
Olympic length swimming pool, covered kids' pool (currently closed), Jacuzzi. Health Club*. Water sports* including paddle boards and kayaking. Beach games including football, badminton, softball, volleyball and table tennis. Beach aerobics.
Complimentary WiFi access available in public areas and rooms. Babysitting* (on request). 24-hour concierge desk. Speciality shops including souvenir shop, hair salon* and florist. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*.
* Denotes local charge.
Based on 7788 reviews
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7 Star experience at a 5- star hotel
Oct 21, 2024kibendoedrinTofte, Minnesota
It was indeed 7 star staycation
Right from our arrival we were treated with kindness and smiles. The front desk team, the concierge and everyone at the lobby
We proceeded to Fairmont Gold where we were staying and its indeed a hotel with in a hotel. The Fairmont Gold team splendidly took good care of us, Rajan, Stephen, Paolo, Mark,Phoo,Song and…
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It was indeed 7 star staycation
Right from our arrival we were treated with kindness and smiles. The front desk team, the concierge and everyone at the lobby
We proceeded to Fairmont Gold where we were staying and its indeed a hotel with in a hotel. The Fairmont Gold team splendidly took good care of us, Rajan, Stephen, Paolo, Mark,Phoo,Song and Alfam; this team went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.
The room was impeccable, Vineeth, Chamil, Phoe and the man himself Win Win ensured that our room was clean throughout our stay
Ochar Micheal organized a dessert safari for us and I can’t thank him enough.
We also had a visit from Mariam Odongo; generally I enjoyed my stay and it felt like home; I will definitely be coming back
THANK YOU FBAB
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Hospitality at its best.
Oct 21, 2024Raine Chase G
The staff at poolbar Suraj, Sonis and Khailash is very helpful during our visit with them. They keep assisting us all through out. Keep checking if we needs something and offering some help. Thank you so much guys for your kindness and hospitality.
Amazing place
Oct 21, 2024Hamza EAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
I would actually like to thank you. Mr sonis and kailash and mr surag and pol staff For the good service and wonderful hospitality really its amazing and always smiling as well as my team all are happy with them and we will come again and we are very happy with our coming
Sonis, Suraj and Kailash
Oct 21, 2024Mariane C
Sonis, Suraj and Kailash from the Pool Bar is very kind and attentive. Always there when we need anything. We had a wonderful experience! Will definitely come back again and will definitely recommend this place to my family and friends!!!!
Great staff, wonderful hotel
Oct 20, 2024PBB005Sydney, Australia
This hotel rates very highly in our eyes, mainly due to the fantastic staff in all areas of the hotel.
Salimar at check in
Semon at check out
Benjamin pool area
All the life guards!
Rajan, Mark, Stephen Paolo,
Phoo, Song & Alfam ( the gold team )
All these staff members are a credit to the hotel and it’s brand
7 Star experience at a 5- star hotel
