Best Luxury Hotels in Al Shatiea

Sit in a jacuzzi beside the rooftop swimming pool, as you gaze out to the Red Sea, at the Rosewood. Located in the Al Shatie District, the hotel caters well for families, providing younger guests with the Explorer programme of special services, Rose Buds amenities, kids’ menus, special events and fun activities. 127 bedrooms benefit from TVs in the bathrooms as well as bedroom area, touch screen controls, espresso coffee machines and butler service around the clock. Enjoy a romantic meal outside on a boat-stern deck, or dine in the Arabian-style Habsburg, or Venetian-style Soleil restaurants.

Occupying a prime stretch of waterfront, the Shangri-La rises high into the skyline, accommodated within floors nine to 26 of the 64-storey Burj Assila tower. From here you can walk to restaurants, cafes and shops, including the Red Sea Mall, which is reachable in around 10 minutes on foot. 220 bedrooms include 55 suites and 17 are serviced apartments with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the views. Up-to-date, neutral decor is accented by bold modern art pieces. The seventh floor houses the male and female wellness areas and the Technogym, and provides access to the outdoor pool, with a terrace surrounded by glass balustrades.

Step into the lobby of the Waldorf Astoria and your eyes will be met by an incredible Swarovski crystal chandelier, hung over three storeys of the hotel. The property was built in 2006, with all of the brand’s designer sensibilities and a regal Arabian style. Its 46 suites are magnificent (especially the Royal ones), with high-end Italian linens and personalised butler service. And there are two places to eat onsite; the Mediterranean meets Venetian Aromi Restaurant and the Asian-inspired, palatial Mataam Al Shar. The hotel’s ladies’ spa boasts a unique aqua medic massage pool.