Design
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
“Minimalist marina clubhouse”
Rosewood Abu Dhabi
“Falcon-inspired glass roost”
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
“Gilded palatial beacon”
Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
“Art-filled waterfront tower”
W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island
“Illuminated raceway spectacle”
Andaz Capital Gate, Abu Dhabi, by Hyatt
“Leaning glass tower”
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
“Corniche glass citadel”
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi
“Geometric waterfront showpiece”
Social
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi
“Palatial beachfront hideaway”
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
“Corniche glass citadel”
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
“Minimalist marina clubhouse”
Wellness Central or lively
ERTH Abu Dhabi Hotel
“Waterfront athletic citadel”
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
“Venetian canal fantasy”
Rosewood Abu Dhabi
“Falcon-inspired glass roost”
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
“Gilded waterfront perch”
Resort
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi
“Earthen Bedouin desert resort”
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
“Venetian canal fantasy”
Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
“Ottoman beachfront playground”
Jumeirah Saadiyat Island
“Protected dune retreat”
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
“Waterfront leisure cove”
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
“Arabian beachfront sanctuary”
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
“Canal-side Arabian oasis”
Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas
“Restrained beachfront residence”
Design Resort
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
“Gilded palatial beacon”
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi
“Geometric waterfront showpiece”
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi
“Earthen Bedouin desert resort”
Michelin Keys
Editorial mentions
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
“Canal-side Arabian oasis”
W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island
“Illuminated raceway spectacle”
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi
“Palatial beachfront hideaway”
Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas
“Restrained beachfront residence”
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
“Gilded waterfront perch”
Andaz Capital Gate, Abu Dhabi, by Hyatt
“Leaning glass tower”
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
“Arabian beachfront sanctuary”
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Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi24/7 fitness facility equipped with cardiovascular machines, exercise bikes, rowing machines, strength equipment, and free weights.ResortDesignWellness$$$ Andaz Capital Gate, Abu Dhabi, by HyattPanoramic 19th floor gym equipped with Technogym cardio machines, strength training equipment, free weights, kettlebells, and stretching areas.DesignWellnessLocal$$$C
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers24-hour fitness centre with cardio and strength machinesDesignLuxeSocial$$$E
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental24-hour fitness center and a four-mile outdoor jogging and walking path across the palace estate.LuxeDesignResort$$$$ ERTH Abu Dhabi Hotel3,500 sqm fitness facility with mixed gym, Ladies Wellness Hub, cardio and strength zones, spin studio, martial arts studio, gymnastics academy, running and cycling club, 50-meter indoor Olympic lap pool, FIFA-certified football pitches, padel tennis, squash, tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts.WellnessResortLocal$$$$F
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu DhabiHealth Club and VOLT Fitness equipped with cardio, strength training, and functional equipment, alongside an Olympic-length lap poolDesignLuxeResort$$$H
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas IslandFully equipped fitness centre with cardiovascular and strength-training equipment.ResortWellnessSocial$$J
Jumeirah Saadiyat IslandTwo-floor fitness center and Bodyism studio offering group fitness, yoga classes, and personal training.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$P
Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and VillasFitness Centre equipped with Matrix cardio and strength-training equipment, reformer Pilates, yoga facilities, floodlit tennis courts, and padel tennis courts.LuxeWellnessResort$$$$R
Rixos Premium Saadiyat IslandFully equipped fitness center, tennis courts, and daily instructor-led fitness classes including aqua aerobics, water workouts, and paddleboardingWellnessResortLuxe$$$$ Rosewood Abu DhabiFitness center with cardiovascular equipment, free weights, personal training, and wellness classes.DesignLuxeWellness$$$$S
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas24-hour Bodylines Fitness Club with cardiovascular and strength equipment, outdoor tennis court, three padel courts, mini-football pitch, and beach volleyball.LuxeResortWellness$$$ Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu DhabiFully equipped fitness center with cardio and strength equipment.LuxeResortLocal$$$ Sofitel Abu Dhabi CornicheEighth-floor Sofitel Fitness equipped with Technogym treadmills, cross trainers, exercise bikes, Kinesis One, wave skier, and free weights, plus a separate ladies-only gym.DesignLuxeWellness$$$T
The Abu Dhabi EDITIONTwo fitness centres, including a 24-hour hotel gym and residence gym, equipped with Life Fitness cardio machines with personal screens, strength-training equipment, free weights, and stretching and yoga areas.DesignLuxeSocial$$$ The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal24/7 fitness centre equipped with cardiovascular machines, free weights, strength machines, and a dedicated fitness studio.ResortLuxeWellness$$$$ The St. Regis Abu Dhabi24-hour tower fitness center and a health club with Technogym equipment at Nation Riviera Beach ClubLuxeWellnessResort$$$$ The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu DhabiThe St. Regis Athletic Club with 24-hour fitness centre, cardio and resistance equipment, group fitness studio, squash courts, and 2 outdoor floodlit tennis courts.LuxeResortSocial$$$$ The WB Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by HiltonLevel 1 health club equipped with cardio and strength machines, offering personal training sessions 24 hours daily.DesignResortSocial$$W
W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island24-hour FIT gym with Technogym treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals, stair climbers, free weights, and resistance machines overlooking Yas Marina.DesignResortSocial$$$Gold. Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver. Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze. They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed. A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
Design. Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe. Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local. It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Heritage. A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness. You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic. The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort. A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.