Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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The hotel

Boasting a private beach and marina, this stylish hotel offers an urban oasis of calm close to Abu Dhabi’s popular Corniche. If you are keen to explore the local area, the hotel is within easy reach of world-class shopping malls, attractions and sites of historical interest. There’s a cosmopolitan array of restaurants, all with marina views, whilst the contemporary BayshoreBeach Club offers something for every kind of traveller.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Wheelchair access
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located at the heart of the capital, a 10-minute drive from downtown. Suitably close to popular shopping malls and within easy reach of many local attractions and sites of historical interest. Transfer time from Abu Dhabi Airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

390 spacious, modern and stylish guest rooms and suites on 19 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, alarm/clock radio, telephone, tea/coffee maker, high-speed Internet access*, mini-bar*, safe and hairdryer. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 single beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 infant or child.

Board basis options

Half Board option: includes buffet breakfast and lunch or dinner at Selections restaurant, with soft drinks per meal period.

Full Board option: includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at Selections restaurant, with soft drinks per meal period.

Standard All Inclusive option: includes meals and selected beverages at designated venues. Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner from Selections restaurant, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. 3 course set menu at Porto Gina, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. Selected light menu and drinks at Aquarius. Drinks only at The Bayshore Beach Club. Selected drinks at Chamas upstairs bar (adult-only). Please note: entitelment is limited to one lunch and one dinner per guest per day.

Premium All Inclusive option: includes meals and selected beverages at designated venues. Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner from Selections restaurant, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. 3 course set menu at Fishmarket, Jones Social, Porto Gina, Belgian Café, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. Selected light menu and drinks at Aquarius and The Bayshore Beach Club. 9 Cut Experience at Chamas restaurant, dinner only and selected drinks at Chamas upstairs bar (adult-only). Asian fusion cuisine at Cho Gao Marina Walk, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. Non-alcoholic drinks at Piano Lounge. Please note: entitelment is limited to one lunch and one dinner per guest per day.

Board basis options - valid from 12th January '26 – 10th January '27

Half Board option: includes 2 buffet meals (breakfast, lunch ordinner) at Selections Restaurant and Porto Gina with soft drinks per meal period.

Full Board option: includes 3 buffet meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) at Selections Restaurant and Porto Gina with soft drinks per meal period.

Standard All Inclusive option: includes meals and selected beverages at designated venues. Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner from Selections restaurant, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. 3 course set menu at Porto Gina, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. Selected light menu and drinks at Aquarius. Drinks only at The Bayshore Beach Club. Selected drinks at Chamas upstairs bar (adult-only). Please note: entitelment is limited to one lunch and one dinner per guest per day.

Premium All Inclusive option: includes meals and selected beverages at designated venues. Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner from Selections restaurant, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. 3 course set menu at Fishmarket, Jones Social, Porto Gina, Belgian Café, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. Selected light menu and drinks at Aquarius and The Bayshore Beach Club. 9 Cut Experience at Chamas restaurant, dinner only and selected drinks at Chamas upstairs bar (adult-only). Asian fusion cuisine at Cho Gao Marina Walk, alcoholic drinks are included during mealtime only. Non-alcoholic drinks at Piano Lounge. Please note: entitelment is limited to one lunch and one dinner per guest per day.

Room upgrades

Deluxe Sea View Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 single beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 infant or child.

Club InterContinental City View/Sea View Rooms includes access to the club lounge with private check in/check out, cocktail hour and late check out till 4:00pm, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. Please note: children are not allowed in the Club Lounge and an alternative venue will be advised.

Deluxe Suites with bedroom as well as a large seating and dining area, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 infant or child.

Club Rooms include the following:

  • Private check in/check out in the Club InterContinental Lounge
  • Buffet breakfast with a live cooking station
  • Five different food presentations daily including cocktail hour
  • Business centre area equipped with PC desk tops and PC connecting stations
  • High-speed Internet access in all Club InterContinental Rooms
  • Wireless Internet access in the Club InterContinental Lounge
  • Two meeting rooms
  • Late check out 4:00pm.

9 restaurants and 3 bars: Byblos Sur Mer (Lebanese cuisine), Porto Gina (Italian cuisine, dinner), Chamas (Brazilian cuisine, open for dinner Mon-Sat), Fishmarket (Thai-style seafood, open for lunch and dinner), Selections (buffet breakfast), Cho Gao Marina Walk (Pan Asian cuisine, open for dinner Mon-Sat), Belgian Café (open for dinner), Aquarius pool bar, plus Piano Lounge (24-hour drinks and snacks). Club InterContinental lounge.

The Bayshore Beach Club has an infinity pool for adults with a swim-up bar, 2 kids' pools with a slide and a beach bar. Outdoor swimming pool with swim-up bar and kids' pool on the 3rd floor. Gym* including Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and cold plunge pool. 2 floodlit tennis courts*. Table tennis*. Kids' playground and play room (currently closed).

Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Shops. Standard complimentary WiFi (premium WiFi*). 24-hour room service*.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Marvelous experience thanks harshani

Jul 8, 2025 Vinod K

Harshani was absolutely wo derful her service was charming attentive and genuine always tried assisting us with a smile on her face so sweet and professional we were given a very nice roo with sea view.
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Jul 7, 2025 Khan A

It wasn't amazing stay, we love the hotel when we arrive at the reception. We were greeted by a smiling phase and we are very helpful and thankful for the wonderful experience given by the reception team, especially Bianca, she helped us to show the Sweden, making sure that our family had a great time. We are very, very thankful to be in this… Read more
It wasn't amazing stay, we love the hotel when we arrive at the reception. We were greeted by a smiling phase and we are very helpful and thankful for the wonderful experience given by the reception team, especially Bianca, she helped us to show the Sweden, making sure that our family had a great time. We are very, very thankful to be in this hotel and we love the swimming pool. The traumas bar was very good and also the selection restaurants, the food was very nice. We loved the buffet and we choose to have our lunch there, so it was a very nice Experience, thank you so much for the recommendation and showing us the sweet through.We will definitely book very soon Read less
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Jul 7, 2025 Mikhail K

Perfect hotel, Housekeeper Rahul clean the room perfect , makes so beautiful figures with towels, always smiling and making a good mood! Thank you very much
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic Stay with Warm Hospitality

Jul 6, 2025 pirateofthecaribbean Aylesbury, United Kingdom

Fantastic Stay with Warm Hospitality From the moment we arrived, the reception was excellent—we were made to feel genuinely welcome right from the car door and throughout our stay, all the way back to the car door after a wonderful week. Every staff member we encountered was consistently helpful, always ready to offer assistance with a… Read more
Fantastic Stay with Warm Hospitality From the moment we arrived, the reception was excellent—we were made to feel genuinely welcome right from the car door and throughout our stay, all the way back to the car door after a wonderful week. Every staff member we encountered was consistently helpful, always ready to offer assistance with a smile. The buffet breakfast was a daily highlight, offering a delightful variety to suit every taste and nationality. The on-site restaurants also provided a great selection of dishes—I'll be reviewing those separately. Our room was clean and well-maintained, with excellent hot water pressure. While slightly dated and simple, it was exactly as advertised. The bed was large and very comfortable, with effective air conditioning and a good fridge. Blackout curtains worked perfectly for a restful sleep, and the lift system was efficient, quick, and well-programmed to reach all floors without long waits. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Darius has been extremely helpful and supportive with helping us organise our trips in Abu Dhabi.

Jul 4, 2025 Efe7 Bromley, United Kingdom

Darius has been extremely helpful and supportive with helping us organise our trips in Abu Dhabi. He helped us booked our trip to the beautiful mosque and even arranged the correct garment for us women to wear. He has advised us on various local trips and given help when needed.