Hotel
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
Abu Dhabi's grandest hotel, opened in 2005 and run by Mandarin Oriental since 2020, with 114 domes, a 1.3-kilometre private beach and a dozen restaurants.
Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort
A beachfront resort on the Corniche with direct beach access, a children's lagoon, Le Pavot Spa and six restaurants and bars, including a British pub.
At a glance
- Type
- Beach resort on the Corniche
- Area
- Corniche, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Hotel class
- 5-star
- Official site
- marriott.com
Good to know
- Direct beach access
- Heated adult pool
- Children's pool and lagoon
- Le Pavot Spa
- Kids club
- Rooftop tennis court
Why we recommend it
The Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort sits directly on the Corniche, with its own beach access, so you can combine a resort-style stay with easy taxi rides to downtown sights such as Qasr Al Hosn. The hotel describes itself as a five-star beach resort and is part of Marriott's Sheraton brand.
The resort's facilities are designed for relaxing. There is an outdoor heated pool for adults, a separate children's pool and lagoon, and a whirlpool, as well as direct access to the beach. Le Pavot Spa handles treatments, the gym has views, and there is even a rooftop tennis court. For families, the kids' club welcomes children aged three to 12 during the day, with the first hour included and a fee after that.
The restaurants and bars give you plenty of choice without leaving the property. Flavours is the all-day international restaurant, Le Bistrot serves French and Italian dishes, and The Tavern is a British-style pub. Cloud Nine is a cigar bar, B-Lounge is an outdoor garden lounge, and the Pool Bar keeps things casual during the day.
The hotel suits families who want a beach without travelling out to Saadiyat or Yas, couples on a short city break, and business travellers who want resort facilities near downtown. Rooms vary, so ask for a sea view when you book.
Practical details: Zayed International Airport is about 37 kilometres away, and the hotel offers private car transfers for a fee rather than a shuttle. Valet parking is complimentary, check-in is from 15:00 and check-out at midday, the minimum check-in age is 18 and pets are not allowed. The hotel says it is close to both Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque by road, and the Corniche promenade is right outside, so you can walk or cycle along the waterfront in the cooler hours of the day. If you are travelling with children, the lagoon and kids' club make it easy to balance sightseeing with pool time, and the hotel's position in the city means short taxi rides to Qasr Al Hosn, the Corniche Beach and the downtown malls. Book a sea-view room for the best outlook over the Gulf.
Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort FAQs
Does the Sheraton Abu Dhabi have a beach?
Yes. It has direct beach access on the Corniche.
Is it good for families?
Yes. There is a children's pool and lagoon and a kids' club for ages three to 12.
What restaurants and bars are there?
Flavours, Le Bistrot, The Tavern, Cloud Nine, B-Lounge and the Pool Bar.
Is there a spa?
Yes, Le Pavot Spa.
How far is the airport?
About 37 kilometres from Zayed International Airport.
Are pets allowed?
No.
Is parking included?
Yes, valet parking is complimentary.