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Modern hotel by the beach with large glass windows and umbrellas on the sandy shore.
Modern hotel pool with palm trees, lounge chairs, and clear blue water under a blue sky.
Woman sitting at the edge of a large hotel pool overlooking palm trees and sun umbrellas.
Modern outdoor pool with swim-up bar, lounge chairs in the water, and palm trees at a hotel.
Wide sandy beach with sun loungers and modern hotels in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Open lounge with white furniture on grass beside water and modern buildings
Bar with green umbrellas and seating in a tropical garden area by the beach
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and panoramic windows overlooking the city
Pool with sun loungers and umbrellas in tropical hotel setting by the sea
Hotel pool with waterfall, palm trees, and red flowers in foreground under sunshine.
Hotel pool with palm trees in island basins and sun loungers in the background on sunny day
Cozy outdoor seating area with sofa and table on a wooden terrace overlooking a city.
Cozy restaurant with elegant fireplace and set tables in warm lighting.
Row of treadmills in a gym with large windows
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and open view into the kitchen.
Modern bathroom area with wood decor, large mirror, and freestanding bathtub.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and panoramic windows overlooking the city.
Vereinigte Arabische Emirate ∙ Region Abu Dhabi ∙ Abu Dhabi

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr *****
Tour operator category

AUH003
Unser Label "Reisen mit Zukunft" kennzeichnet Hotels, welche sich nach GSTC-Standard für eine nachhaltige Zukunft engagieren.
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Highlights

  • Modern futuristic architecture on Abu Dhabi Creek lagoon
  • Around 500 m private sandy beach directly at the hotel
  • 8 restaurants including Marco Pierre White Grillhouse
  • Heated freshwater pool with swim-up bar
  • Fairmont View rooms with view of mosque and creek

Location

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr impresses with its modern, futuristic architecture and an idyllic location directly on the Abu Dhabi Creek lagoon. Nestled in this tranquil setting, the hotel boasts a roughly 500-meter stretch of beach, inviting guests to relax while gazing at the water.
Despite its serene location, the city's highlights are easily accessible: Abu Dhabi's city center, with its diverse shopping and entertainment options, is approximately 25 km away. Cultural attractions such as the impressive Qasr Al Watan are also within a comfortable distance.
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is around 32 km away, ensuring a convenient arrival and departure.

Facilities

The Fairmont Bab Al Bahr offers 367 comfortable and stylishly furnished rooms, providing the ideal base for a relaxing stay.
Amenities include a welcoming reception area, various shops, a hairdresser, a stylish lobby lounge, and the cozy "Bridges" bar.
Culinary delights await guests with a diverse selection across a total of 8 restaurants and bars. These include the elegant grill and steakhouse "Marco Pierre White," the Italian restaurant "Marco's," and an international buffet restaurant with show cooking, promising varied gourmet experiences.
The well-maintained outdoor area features a temperature-controlled freshwater pool with a swim-up bar for relaxation. Comfortable loungers, sun umbrellas, and bath towels are available free of charge at both the pool and the beach. There is also a separate, covered pool area for children.
Pool with sun loungers and umbrellas in tropical hotel setting by the sea
Hotel pool with waterfall, palm trees, and red flowers in foreground under sunshine.
Hotel pool with palm trees in island basins and sun loungers in the background on sunny day
Cozy outdoor seating area with sofa and table on a wooden terrace overlooking a city.
Cozy restaurant with elegant fireplace and set tables in warm lighting.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and open view into the kitchen.
Modern bathroom area with wood decor, large mirror, and freestanding bathtub.

Fairmont Room

The Fairmont Rooms (FR2/FR1) are elegantly and contemporarily furnished, featuring a bath/toilet, separate shower, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, satellite TV (flat-screen), air conditioning, minibar (for a fee), safe, telephone, iron/ironing board, and coffee/tea making facilities.

Fairmont View Room

The Fairmont View Rooms (FV2/FV1) offer the same amenities as the Fairmont Rooms, but with views of Abu Dhabi Creek and the Sheikh Zayed Mosque.

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and panoramic windows overlooking the city
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and panoramic windows overlooking the city.
Modern bathroom area with wood decor, large mirror, and freestanding bathtub.

Meals

Breakfast

Extensive breakfast buffet.

Half Board

Extensive breakfast buffet and dinner.
Dinner can be enjoyed as a 3-course set menu at "Marco's Italian Restaurant" or "Mazai Bab Al Bahr."
Coffee, tea, water, and juices are included with breakfast.
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Dec 24th. HB: Breakfast, Lunch.
Dec 25th. HB: Breakfast, Dinner.
Dec 31st. HB: Breakfast, Lunch, and Gala Dinner.
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From November 1st, 2026, you can choose between lunch and dinner.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Extensive breakfast buffet at the "CuiScene" restaurant.
Lunch can be enjoyed as a 3-course set menu at "Pool Side," "Marco's" restaurant, or "Mazai Bab Al Bahr."
Dinner is served as a buffet at "CuiScene" from Thursday to Saturday. Alternatively, dinner is also served at "Marcos' Italian Restaurant," "Mazai Bab Al Bahr," and the "Bridges Bar."
Selected non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are available from 10 AM to 10 PM at the respective open bar.

Sports included

Row of treadmills in a gym with large windows
Fitness room.

Children's program

Kids' club.

Wellness

Sauna.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge in rooms and public areas.

Credit card

Deposit: A credit card or cash deposit may be required upon check-in for unforeseen expenses.

Sustainability

Travel for the Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices, actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Globe

Hotelhinweis

In the UAE, most rooms are equipped with a king-size bed or two queen-size or two twin beds. For a stay of 2 adults + 1 child, the accommodation will have 1 king-size bed and, depending on availability, an extra bed/sofa bed (partially for a fee). For 2 adults and 2 children, the accommodation will have two queen-size beds or one king-size bed, plus one or two extra/sofa beds (depending on availability and room size, and sometimes for a fee).
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Please note that check-in is only possible if at least one person in the room is 21 years of age or older.
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Group bookings (10 rooms or more) are exclusively available upon request.
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For flights departing between midnight and 4 AM, hotel accommodation ends the previous day at 12 PM. Late check-out is available for a fee on-site.
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For flights arriving between 10 PM and 2 AM, meal services begin after the first night as follows: Half board with dinner, and All Inclusive from 3 PM. Breakfast is always included. Meal services conclude upon check-out.
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Zusatzhinweis

BETWEEN THE BRIDGES
PO BOX 114304 ABU DHABI/UAE
00971 2 6543333
00971 2 6543322

Information on contribution for climate resilience

In the United Arab Emirates, continuous growth leads to various construction projects.
Consequently, some areas may experience visual and acoustic disturbances. These construction activities are part of the country's ongoing development and modernization.

Seasonal information

During the fasting month of Ramadan, there may be restrictions in hotel operations. Additionally, hotels may use this time for maintenance and minor renovation work, which could lead to disruptions such as pool closures. Furthermore, some restaurants might be closed, as meals may not be served everywhere.
The entertainment program at the hotel will be cancelled or limited.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 20.05.2026 16:52