Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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The hotel

Every bit as palatial as the name suggests, Emirates Palace is fit for royalty. Its private beach, marina and bay give an air of intimate seclusion, while the location, on the Corniche in the heart of Abu Dhabi, says otherwise. Under 114 ornate domes, each 18 metres high, this regal retreat hosts elegant guest rooms, each with sensational views and 24-hour butler service. A truly indulgent spa (we’re talking gold body and beauty treatments), and 12 restaurants, cafés, lounges and bars serving cuisines from world-renowned chefs. Even its gardens are majestic, with 85 hectares promising tranquil strolls, yoga and two temperature controlled swimming pools: one for relaxation and the other for fun. The crown of Emirates Palace is its dining, from Arabic cuisine at Lebanese Terrace, to the award-winning Mezzaluna Italian restaurant. With many of Abu Dhabi's main attractions within a short distance, including superb shopping destinations and impressive cultural and heritage sites, Emirates Palace provides guests with the perfect place to explore the beauty and charm of the UAE's capital.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Sailing
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

On the Corniche in the centre of Abu Dhabi, with its own private 1 mile beach and a private marina. Transfer time from Abu Dhabi International Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

390 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, balcony or terrace with garden views, flatscreen TV and in-room multimedia entertainment system, personal iPad control, WiFi access, mini-bar*, safe, choice of pillows and a daily newspaper. Deluxe City View Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Half Board option: lunch or dinner in Vendôme, or a three-course set menu from an a la carte selection at Broadway, lunch at Alma or Cascades. For an additional supplement of AED 95 per person, guests can dine at Lebanese Terrace or Le Café Under The Dome. For an additional AED 150 per person, guests can dine at Martabaan, Talea and Hakkasan.

Deluxe City View room with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Garden View room with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Garden Terrace room with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Sea View room with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Family Deluxe rooms with city, garden or sea views, offer 1 king-size bed and twin beds, sleeping maximum 1 adult and 4 children or 5 adults.

Family Club Sea View rooms feature 1 king-size bed and twin beds, with butler service and exclusive access to The EP Club.

Sea View Suites with butler service, separate living room, bathroom with hot tub, and master bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children. Suites include exclusive access to The EP Club.

Panoramic Sea View Suites are the same as Sea View Suites but with 180 degree sea views. Suites include exclusive access to The EP Club.

Royal Suites with butler service, separate living room, terrace balcony with views of the gulf and master bedroom with1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children. Suites include exclusive access to The EP Club.

Palace Suites with with butler service, separate living room, bathroom with hot tub, and master bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children. Suites include exclusive access to The EP Club.

Two Bedroom Palace Suites with butler service, separate living room, bathroom with hot tub, and two bedrooms each with a king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children. Suites include exclusive access to The EP Club.

Three Bedroom Palace Suites with butler service, separate living room, bathroom with hot tub, and three bedrooms each with a king-size bed, sleeping maximum 6 adults and 2 children. Suites include exclusive access to The EP Club.

Club or suite guests have exclusive access to The EP Club, a suave and elegant living room area that provides guests with an array of bespoke privileges and amenities throughout their stay. Benefits include: Personalised check-in and check-out from your room, suite, or The EP Club. One complimentary return limousine transfer per stay to/from Abu Dhabi city or the airport (only applicable for suite bookings). Exclusive club room and suite amenities. 24-hour access to the club and round-the-clock butler service. Priority F&B and Spa bookings with the exclusive opportunity to book in-room Spa treatments without surcharge. Dedicated Concierge services. Sumptuous champagne breakfast, afternoon tea and sunset cocktails. Evening canapés served with champagne, wine, bottled cocktails, house spirits and beer. Use of the private beach with direct access from The EP Club

Talea by Antonio Guida (contemporary Italian cuisine), Hakkasan (contemporary Chinese), Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi ('contemporary classic’ Indian menu), Lebanese Terrace (Arabic cuisine), Vendôme (local and International buffet), Café by the Fountain, Le Café (light meals and afternoon tea), Sand & Koal (beachside grill, closed on Mondays), Cascades (poolside restaurant), Alma (Mexican cuisine.). Broadway & DMC Theatre (modern American brasserie and bar with live entertainment that alludes to the 1920's).

2 swimming pools (Cascades Adventure Pool with lazy river, waterfalls, water flumes, and activities; Las Brisas Pool with a large Jacuzzi, 3 bubble pools and a swim-up bar for adults). Emirates Palace Spa* (with 7 treatment rooms and 2 hammam rooms). Fitness centre with a range of fitness classes. Private beach and marina (with non-motorised water sports such as kayaking, paddle boarding, and sailing, and motorised water sports* such as wakeboarding and water skiing). Beach cabanas*. Beach volleyball. Tennis courts. Yoga classes*. Football pitch. Bike rental*. Jogging and cycling trails. Pool table. Table tennis. Children's playground. Emirates Palace kids' club*. Horse Riding* (Thursdays, 6.30-12:00, times may vary).

Complimentary WiFi access. Luxury shops. Concierge.

3 nights between 31 Dec–1 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Truly Unforgettable Stay – Engagement Dreams made real at Emirates Palace!

Jul 11, 2025 LWCARAB London

From the moment we arrived at Emirates Palace, we knew we were in for something special – but nothing could have prepared us for just how incredible our stay would be. This wasn’t just a luxury getaway; it was an experience we’ll cherish forever. The service throughout our stay was second to none – warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. A… Read more
From the moment we arrived at Emirates Palace, we knew we were in for something special – but nothing could have prepared us for just how incredible our stay would be. This wasn’t just a luxury getaway; it was an experience we’ll cherish forever. The service throughout our stay was second to none – warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. A heartfelt thank you to Olga Kutsenok, who went above and beyond in helping me plan and execute our engagement. Her thoughtfulness, professionalism, and attention to every tiny detail made the moment even more magical than we could have imagined. Olga, you’re truly exceptional! Every meal was a delight. The food was some of the best we’ve ever had – beautifully presented and full of flavor. Whether it was breakfast, afternoon tea, or dinner, everything felt indulgent and world-class. We’d also highly recommend upgrading to a Club Room. The EP Club and the amazing team there add that extra layer of personalized luxury. The exclusive lounge, dedicated check-in, and the special touches throughout our stay made everything feel even more memorable. If you’re looking for a place that combines timeless elegance with world-class service, and where moments become lifelong memories, Emirates Palace is it. We can't wait to return. Thank you for making our engagement so perfect! Read less
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Jul 10, 2025 x1xmel County Durham, United Kingdom

Stayed 5 nights in this behemoth of a hotel, low season so nice and quiet, and wow what an experience, weve stayed in some amazing hotels and this is right up there. Booked a Club room for use of the EP Club and it was the best decision i made, the club is run by an exceptional Manager Ciara (thank you from us both) and her absolutely wonderful… Read more
Stayed 5 nights in this behemoth of a hotel, low season so nice and quiet, and wow what an experience, weve stayed in some amazing hotels and this is right up there. Booked a Club room for use of the EP Club and it was the best decision i made, the club is run by an exceptional Manager Ciara (thank you from us both) and her absolutely wonderful and proffesional staff, they are a credit to the hotel, every day they were on point, the Chefs serve up some of the best food/nibbles youll ever taste, it was a joy to speak to all the staff on a daily basis, wonderful people. The hotel is spotless and cool even in the 37deg heat that was constant outside, its an incredible structure which i think everyone should treat themselves to visiting/staying at least once, i walked the entire grounds (losing 3lbs of weight due to the heat:)) and was stunned at the sheer scale/size of the place, do not let this put you off as they have buggys which run constantly. We only got lost 3 times, haha, and on one occasion there was a cat walk being assembled for a fashion show!! Security is discreet but at all the necessary points so believe me you are extremely safe (not that Abu Dhabi is unsafe, infact its one of the safest places to visit). the Hotel (Palace) has an abundance of restaurants, your spoilt for choice, 2 Michelin starred ones and a Michelin guide book recommend, we tried them all!!!, incredible, the staff, service, ambience, layout and of course the food all amazing. We did brunch at Broadways, fantastic, in our whole stay we did not have a single negative thing to say on the food and drink. we were actually half board so you could offset that with your bill in the above restaurants, incredible value for the quality of food you were being served. We did visit the Grand Mosque and Galleria to stretch our legs, both nice experiences but getting back the club lounge afterwards was even better! From Reception/room services/restaurant staff/security and all the other hundreds of employees we did not have a single bad experience, they were all a credit to this magnificent hotel. we never go back to the same hotel there is so much of the world to see but we both said to Ciara we would return here such was our experience. Thank you Mandarin Oriental Emirates Palace for a memorable 5 days. Read less
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Jul 9, 2025 NeilCUFC Carlisle, United Kingdom

Been travelling to UAE for 20 years and this is the best hotel we have stayed at because of the facilities and quality of service. Our 2nd time here but will not be the last.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional Butler Service at Emirates Palace

Jul 9, 2025 elanoclassen Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Our stay at Emirates Palace was made truly unforgettable thanks to the outstanding butler service, especially from Thiri and Vinh. From the moment we arrived, both were incredibly attentive, warm, and genuinely caring. What impressed us most was how they never failed to remember our names—and even those of our family members. Whether we crossed… Read more
Our stay at Emirates Palace was made truly unforgettable thanks to the outstanding butler service, especially from Thiri and Vinh. From the moment we arrived, both were incredibly attentive, warm, and genuinely caring. What impressed us most was how they never failed to remember our names—and even those of our family members. Whether we crossed paths in the lobby or passed by in the corridors, they would always greet us personally and check if there was anything we needed. Their attention to detail and thoughtful gestures made us feel completely at home and genuinely cared for. Thiri and Vinh brought an added layer of comfort and luxury to our stay, and their hospitality perfectly reflected the high standards Emirates Palace is known for. We can’t thank them enough for making our visit so special. Read less
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Jul 9, 2025 GoPlaces56508185965

The Episodes cafe is very nice and the staff are also very good. Special Thanks to Grace, Wiam and Mega. We highly recommend our guests to come again and again. Special thanks to all the staff and management for providing such wonderful services and kind behaviour. Thanks