Fairmont Bab al Bahr

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Fairmont View Room, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi, Dubai,
Cuiscene Terrace, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi, Dubai
Marco Pierre White
Café Sushi
Lobby
Sport Café
Deluxe King
Fairmont Room
Fairmont Queen Bathroom
Royal Suite
Puesta Del Sol
Fairmont Gold Superior View
Fairmont View Room, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi, Dubai,
Cuiscene Terrace, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi, Dubai
Marco Pierre White
Café Sushi
Lobby
Sport Café
Deluxe King
Fairmont Room
Fairmont Queen Bathroom
Royal Suite
Puesta Del Sol
Fairmont Gold Superior View

The hotel

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.

Board basis options

Half Board option: includes breakfast at CuiScene restaurant, including free-flow tea, coffee, water and juices (6:30-10:30am only). Dinner: choose between Marco’s Italian restaurant, Mazaj Bab Al Bahr each offering a dedicated 3-course set menu and dinner buffet on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at CuiScene restaurant in the evenings.

*Should you wish to use your package during lunch, a 3-course set menu (inclusive of Fairmont water and soft drinks) at Marco’s Italian or Mazaj Bab Al Bahr can be accommodated.

Alternatively, you may choose to use a dining credit of 140 AED per person (70 AED for children below 12 years old) in the following outlets: Marco's Italian, Mazaj Bab Al Bahr, Café Sushi and Poolside.

Full Board option: includes breakfast at CuiScene restaurant, including free-flow tea, coffee, water and juices (6:30-10:30am only). Lunch: 3-course set menu (inclusive of Fairmont water and soft drinks) at Mazaj Bab Al Bahr or Marco’s Italian. Dinner: option to choose between Marco’s Italian restaurant and Mazaj Bab Al Bahr each offering a dedicated 3-course set menu and dinner buffet on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at CuiScene restaurant in the evenings.

Alternatively, you may choose to use a dining credit of 140 AED per person (70 AED for children below 12 years old) in the following outlets: Marco's Italian, Mazaj Bab Al Bahr, Café Sushi and Poolside.

All Inclusive option:n includes breakfast at CuiScene restaurant, including free-flow tea, coffee, water and juices (6:30-10:30am only). Lunch: choose between Marco’s Italian restaurant, Mazaj Bab Al Bahr and the Poolside, each offering a signature 3-course set menu. Dinner: option 1 - dinner buffet served at CuiScene restaurant every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Option 2 - Marco’s Italian restaurant, Mazaj Bab Al Bahr, or Bridges Bar. Enjoy a delightful 3-course set menu for dinner. All–Inclusive beverage menu at any listed above outlets. On Saturdays, join for the Fairmont Saturday brunch with a special rate of AED 245 per person.

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

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.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating the only luxury hotel with frontal view of the mosque. wonderful !

Mar 30, 2026 strulovitz haifa israel

this is the only luxury hotel with direct frontal view over the grand mosque. we paid for that view and it was wonderful. we had a suite with club and half board and loved them. very convenient for visiting the mosque. the big beach and some pools are impressing.
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Mar 30, 2026 Ian M

We had a wonderful stay. The welcome at the front desk from Mr. Sherazi was amazing. He was extremely friendly and made sure we had everything we wanted for our stay. We could not get a taxi to go for dinner and he took us in his own car. 10/10 service and hospitality from Sherazi! The bridges bar was also really nice, great deals and very… Read more
We had a wonderful stay. The welcome at the front desk from Mr. Sherazi was amazing. He was extremely friendly and made sure we had everything we wanted for our stay. We could not get a taxi to go for dinner and he took us in his own car. 10/10 service and hospitality from Sherazi! The bridges bar was also really nice, great deals and very friendly staff! Breakfast was the only let down of the stay, both mornings it took a long time to order and receive any items, orange juice/coffee and food. The selection was probably not at the normal amount as the hotel is quiet at the moment but the service and setting was quite dissapointing. Overall though we had a great stay and a lot of that stemmed from the friendliness of Mr Sherazi. Thank you Sherazi! Read less
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Mar 17, 2026 jpvbc808 Vancouver, Canada

Abu Dhabi was my first stop on this Middle East trip. Fairmont hotels are my choice worldwide and this hotel was a good choice. Good communication with reservation. Service from check in and check out, car valets, luggage valets, room attendants, concierge and Marco's Italian was excellent.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Couldn’t fault during surreal times

Mar 12, 2026 CBirks2014 Crewe, United Kingdom

Love this hotel - can’t fault the staff particularly Alfam, Steven, Angela - all the staff in Marco’s were brilliant. The view over the creek is great when you open your curtains, and location we loved as it was quiet yet not too from the usual Abu Dhabi attractions. we had a huge room on the 8th floor, with the gold package, and it became our… Read more
Love this hotel - can’t fault the staff particularly Alfam, Steven, Angela - all the staff in Marco’s were brilliant. The view over the creek is great when you open your curtains, and location we loved as it was quiet yet not too from the usual Abu Dhabi attractions. we had a huge room on the 8th floor, with the gold package, and it became our home from home when the Iranian missile interceptions started - the hotel made arrangements quickly for beds in conference rooms with no windows if people wanted to use them, directed people calmly inside when alerts went off, and looked after us without fault and at no cost to us until we were able to get flights to leave. couldn’t have imagined what it would have been like otherwise - thankyou to all the staff, who whilst we could and did end up leaving, continued on with smiles on their faces. Read less
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Mar 12, 2026 Henryali1 Oxford, United Kingdom

Another fantastic stay at The Fairmont. Fairmont Gold room staff were amazing. Ranjan, Aflan, Poo, Angela, Steven, paolo all so professional and made our stay memorable. Also Brett at pool bar was very attentive and professional. Rooms were are spacious and beds very comfortable. Great pool and beach area. Will definitely be back.