Best Luxury Hotels in United Arab Emirates

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.

Luxury is always at its best at the Ritz-Carlton and the Abu Dhabi location is no exception. Beautiful lush greenery welcomes you in and lovely visions of the Al Maqta Creek and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque will delight your love of nature and architecture. Inside you’ll find plush bedding and delightfully decorated rooms that are a traveller’s dream, whether you’re there for business or pleasure. The hotel boasts an indoor waterpark, an exclusive spa, and a wonderful mixture of cuisines at the hotel’s eight restaurants that serve up everything from steak to noodles and everything in between.

True opulence awaits you inside the Bab Al Qasr hotel with its lobby filled with palms and plush seating in shades of cream and red. Beautiful views abound outside the window of each luxurious room designed for the ultimate in rest and relaxation. The hotel features an exclusive collection of restaurants and a distinct Moroccan influence in both dining and decor. Relax and rejuvenate in the hotel’s spa or lounge poolside and soak up the sun. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre and a hair salon, and can organise tours and excursions.

The latest addition to the Aujan Group Holding portfolio is the Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel. It has 252 guest rooms and suites, with views of the city, the pool or Burj Khalifa. An entire floor is given over to wellness, with a spa offering Thai-inspired treatments, a gym and a swimming pool, plus there’s a tree-lined outdoor pool. Its Nine7one offers indoor and poolside dining; Kimura-Ya serves Izakaya-style menus by Chef Kohei Kobayashi, and the Punjab Grill provides Indian dishes. The rooftop is home to La Mezcaleria, serving international plates and cocktails, with live DJs. The Lobby Lounge and Bar is the place for relaxed drinks and snacks.

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.

The first beach-side luxury collection resort in the Middle East, the Ajman Saray is the epitome of luxury and relaxation.  The Ajman Saray is home to 205 glorious Arabian suites and rooms, many of which boast stunning views of the Arabian Gulf. The Ajman offers exceptional personal service and has its own private beach, spa, gym and two swimming pools. The Ajman presents guests with many exceptional dining establishments like the Vista all-Day Dining Restaurant which offers an all-day buffet complimented by live cooking stations. On the beach, guests can find the Bab Al Bahr Beach Bar and Grill, a lively seaside grill, and inside guests can also find an exquisite seafood restaurant, Middle Eastern restaurant and a luxurious bar.

Just half an hour away from Dubai, the Fairmont Ajman offers guests the perfect escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Lying on the Arabian Gulf, the Fairmont’s 252 rooms and suites are just moments away from the gulf’s refreshing warm waters. The rooms are chic and spacious, with the addition of dark wood furniture and panelling rendering them cosy and inviting. The Fairmont Ajman is home to a remarkable infinity pool, white sand beach, fitness centre and the magnificent Al Zorah Golf Club. All of these world-class amenities make the Fairmont one of Ajman’s top resorts. The Fairmont is home to four restaurants and two bars. The Gioia restaurant offers exquisite Italian food whilst the Kiyi offers guests the chance to explore delicious Turkish cuisine and hospitality. Therefore, the Fairmont truly caters for every taste and every occasion.

Situated near the pristine white beach of Saadiyat Island and surrounded by natural beauty is your next oasis in the United Arab Emirates, Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas. Encompassed by relaxation while remaining only a 15-minute drive from the city centre, you can find zen without compromising your memories. Providing effortless luxury across 327 rooms and suites and 13 beach villas as well as excellent culinary facilities in the 7 resort restaurants and spa, unwinding from the humdrum of daily life has never been so easy. On top of these facilities, the Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas provides the ultimate clubhouse for young children at the Aladdin’s Cave where parents can rest assured knowing their kids are having fun doing various activities: water features, rock climbing, cinema and even a gaming zone.

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).

Amidst the beautiful 1km-long private beach and historic waterway of the Khor Al Maqta lies your next oasis in the heart of the United Arab Emirates, the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri. In their 213 rooms and suites, as well as 6 private villas and 160 serviced apartments, you can find rest and relaxation with modern facilities and burst of Arab architectural design – arched doorways and oversized marble mosaic bathrooms. When you’re not admiring the stunning views of the Khor Al Maqta creek or the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, you can enjoy culinary delights at the 4 restaurants and bars, including the renowned Shang Palace or soak up the sun on the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri’s private beach and infinity pool.

Deep in the desert near Mshayrif is where you’ll find serene tranquillity with wellness at the heart of its mission for your next stay in the UAE, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa. The boutique resort boasts 99 guest rooms and villas which feature classical nods, including traditional artwork and Arabesque accessories, pairing perfectly with their dining experiences where you can enjoy homemade recipes, inspired by the Arabian Gulf and Lebanon. From private balconies and comfortable twin beds to impressive villas with their very own plunge pool, comfort is at the click of a finger. And for those days where you want to explore your surroundings, the Al Wathba Resort offer various desert and lifestyle activities to bring that little bit of excitement to your stay, including camel rides, archery, horseback riding and desert walks