Best Design Hotels in United Arab Emirates

The Palazzo Versace is located in the centre of the Culture Village and is an 8-minute walk from Downtown Dubai. The hotel’s interior design is custom-made by the House of Versace. The 215 hotel rooms and suites, as well as the 169 residences, have tailor-made Italian furnishing. The hotel offers excellent fine dining in its 8 restaurants with al-fresco terraces and 3 spectacular pools featuring mosaic tiles. For a bit of fun, The Palazzo Versace offers complimentary access to Nikki Beach Resort & Spa’s pools and beach.

Beauty and luxury come together here at the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort. When you aren’t lounging in your perfectly decorated and absolutely luxurious room, you’ll love the lovely desert views and a few hours resting by the pool with a cocktail in hand. In addition to the breathtaking panorama of the hotel and its desert setting, there are also restaurants with breathtaking views next to the pool and on the roof. Enjoy the poolside bar where you can have a meal or snacks with your drinks while you take in the wonder that is the desert surrounding Abu Dhabi.

Find tranquillity at the Abu Dhabi EDITION, a luxury hotel situated in the downtown district on the waterfront of the gorgeous Al Bateen Marina. Its sophisticated neutral palette brings sleekness and comfort to your stay, whatever your purpose, and provides a true ‘home away from home’ atmosphere with that extra luxurious touch.

Featuring 198 guest rooms and 57 exclusively serviced residences, you can find yourself traipsing atop the beautiful herringbone flooring, mirroring local basket weaving techniques or getting yourself ready to make beautiful memories in the off-white marble bathrooms. The Abu Dhabi EDITION provides luxury, sophistication, and class.

Priding themselves in their customer service and going above and beyond to cater to their clientele, you can find various amenities and facilities to mould around your needs. Whether you wish to enjoy world-class ingredients with British rock ‘n’ roll flair in the Oak Room, or wind down in the 6 treatment-room spa, there’s something for every traveller to enjoy.

Swim among the skyscrapers and soak in the outdoor jacuzzi, at the Pullman’s glass-walled pool terrace. The hotel, set on the banks of Dubai Creek, occupies 19 floors. Its highest rooms offer panoramic views of the canal and skyline, all provide a calming, neutral decorative palette, with suites adding pantries, living and dining spaces. It has six places to eat including the Brothaus Bakery – Bistro, The Backyard (a street-art-inspired garden terrace), the Swim & Tonic pool bar and lounge and the airy Bayside Restaurant & Terrace. There’s also a spa, a gym, a squash court and a pool for kids.

When you need rest and renewal, the pristine sands and calming waves of the United Arab Emirates are calling you to stay at the luxurious Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Resort, where you can take life as slowly as you want to. With sustainability at its heart, you can stay in their array of rooms, suites, and villas – each with spectacular views of the Arabian gulf designed to bathe you in natural light during your visit. From modern and serene facilities to balcony views and separate living quarters, each space ensures that comfort, relaxation, and a connection to nature are the top priority. Pairing well with your seaside serenity are the well-being facilities offered at the Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Resort, including Spa packages and Gym programs to rejuvenate you in body and in mind. Moreover, you can choose from various dining options, some of which include the White (International cuisine), Tean (Arabic cuisine), and Mare Mare (Italian cuisine).

Situated in the prestigious West Corniche district of Abu Dhabi, close to the Presidential and Emirates Palaces, is your next luxurious stay – the Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl. Within a short drive from the airport and in reaching distance of the city’s business centre and shopping district, the new luxury hotel melts convenience with comfort to match any kind of traveller’s desires. The Grand Hyatt offers 428 splendid accommodations, including 332 spacious king and twin rooms, 36 luxurious suites, and 60 full-service apartments, all with private balconies overlooking the pristine Arabian Gulf. Residents of the suites can enjoy Grand Club access with complimentary breakfast, all-day tea and coffee and complimentary appetizers between 6 pm and 8 pm each evening. When you’re not sipping drinks and soaking in the breathtaking views, you can enjoy the memorable dining experiences the Grand Hyatt has to offer. From intimate moments to large celebrations, the hotel’s 5 dining options mean there is something for everyone.

For movie lovers desiring a world of colour and creativity, whether solo or making memories with kids, delved into the world’s first-ever Warner Brothers themed hotel in Abu Dhabi, as part of the Hilton’s Curio Collection. After fun-filled days at the resort’s kid-friendly pools and Yas Island theme parks, you can relax and rewind in the hotel’s various rooms and suites. Inspired by your favourite Warner Brothers characters, each room features amazing views through floor-to-ceiling windows as well as drink facilities to ensure your stay meets your every need. And to feed that built-up appetite after all the family fun, there are five WB on-site dining facilities to choose from, including their very own signature restaurant, The Director’s Club for movie-scene-inspired sophisticated dining and The Overlook for specialised cocktails and a view.

Address Downtown in Dubai is a luxury hotel located in the heart of the city, directly opposite the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall. This contemporary property, part of the Address Hotels + Resorts, blends modern elegance with high-end amenities. It features 196 rooms and suites with stunning views of the Burj Khalifa or the Dubai Fountain, and offers amenities such as an infinity pool, a spa, a fitness centre, and multiple dining options. Its prime location provides easy access to major attractions and shopping destinations, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travellers.

Unlike anything else in the area, The Oberoi Beach Resort features contemporary Italian architecture and sleek minimalist interiors that take their cue from Scandinavian style. Everything is neat and angular with muted neutral colours, offset by the occasional soft lime, deep royal blue, or dark wood finish. A huge narrow 85-metre infinity pool surrounded by immaculate teak loungers faces out to a private stretch of beach. There’s a separate kids pool, as well as a children’s club. The mangrove forest next door is great for bird watching, while the spa offers Ayurvedic and Turkish Hammam rituals in its multiple mini buildings, connected via walkways. Guests can dine in two restaurants, or order food in-suite via the private butler service.

Extravagance is the name of the game at the Rosewood with a hotel modelled after the beauty of the Arabian Sea and that evokes a feeling of true relaxation in the middle of the city. Not only does the hotel offer a series of luxurious rooms, but the exclusive suites are a true wonder to behold. The hotel boasts a golf and beach club as well as a fitness centre, pool, and spa. Dining options are varied and include nine bars and restaurants to choose from. No matter what you’re in the mood to eat or drink, there’s something here for everyone.