Opened
2019
Price
$$$
Outside the door
Eclectic art quarters
Street-art murals and vibrant fabrics balance raw architecture, drawing downtown creatives and guests between the mezzanine library and cafe.
Where it shines
Remarkable
A double-height lobby with exposed concrete columns, a thousand-book mezzanine library, and curated modern art collections.
Notable
Apartment-style suites feature separate living quarters, tailored kitchenettes, and attentive boutique service near the souq.
Notable
Walls display original works by Bahraini artists, with the historic Bab Al Bahrain Souq steps away.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Tatler.
The 46-suite hotel carries a serious contemporary art collection, with Bahraini and Gulf artists sharing wall space with international names.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Step directly into the historic alleys of Bab Al Bahrain Souq to browse traditional spices, perfumes, and local textiles.
The rooms
Suites offer residential seclusion with vibrant textiles, dining spaces, equipped pantries, and original prints curated for each room.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Emerald-green tiles line the open-air rooftop pool, shaded by fabric sails and looking out over downtown Manama.
Restaurant
Indigo Terrace
Floral banquettes and living plant walls fill this rooftop garden conservatory, serving Mediterranean and Asian-inspired dishes.
Bahraini/American architect, Nasser Alzayani created mesmerising art along the walls of the hotel, with the overall architecture being a contemporary Islamic style with grand archways, concrete columns and creative bursts of colour.
How it began
A restored mid-century building once linked to maritime trade now houses hundreds of curated artworks from regional and international masters.
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The medals
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.
The eight vibes
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.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
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.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.