Discover Abu Dhabi
Stay
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
On Abu Dhabi's Corniche, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental combines Arabian-inspired accommodation, landscaped grounds and a private beachfront setting with dining and wellness experiences.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Among the Empty Quarter's dunes, Qasr Al Sarab offers rooms, suites and pool villas, with desert adventures and spa rituals in a secluded setting outside Abu Dhabi.
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
On Saadiyat Island, The St. Regis offers a beachfront retreat beside Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, with pools, a spa and Mediterranean-inspired accommodation.
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort
Within Sir Bani Yas Island's protected reserve, Al Sahel offers 30 pool villas opening onto savannah, with wildlife experiences and a Southern African-inspired restaurant.
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Above Abu Dhabi's Corniche, Conrad Etihad Towers offers city and Gulf views, a 74th-floor observation deck, dining, a spa, outdoor pools and a private beach.
Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
On Abu Dhabi's Al Maryah Island, Four Seasons offers waterfront accommodation, dining and The Pearl Spa in a contemporary setting close to shopping and business districts.
Eat
Restaurants Worth Discovering
Hakkasan Abu Dhabi
Modern Cantonese inside Emirates Palace. Why famous: the global Hakkasan brand's palace outpost: Peking duck with caviar, gold-leaf dim sum.
Butcher & Still
1920s Chicago-style steakhouse at Four Seasons Al Maryah. Why famous: Abu Dhabi's top steakhouse, Michelin Guide selected, 21-day aged tomahawk, speakeasy Hideaway room.
Li Beirut
Modern Lebanese at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers. Why famous: Michelin Guide-selected restaurant, the capital's premier Lebanese fine dining.
Zuma Abu Dhabi
The global Japanese izakaya brand on Al Maryah Island. Why famous: a popular choice for business dinners and special occasions in Abu Dhabi.
Culture
Things to See and Do
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
One of the world's largest mosques: white marble, 82 domes, the largest hand-knotted carpet on earth. Why visit: the single most photographed building in the UAE, and it earns it.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Jean Nouvel's floating dome on Saadiyat Island, the first universal museum in the Arab world. Why visit: a Pritzker-designed icon housing everything from ancient artifacts to modern masters.
Qasr Al Watan
The UAE's presidential palace, opened to the public, vast halls, the Spirit of Collaboration room, evening light shows. Why visit: a working seat of government turned architectural showpiece.