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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Luxury palace hotel in Abu Dhabi with gardens, gold-accented architecture and a private beach. The building is grand, the staff are attentive, and the hotel has Michelin-starred restaurants and a breakfast spread.

Highlights

  • Private beach
  • Vendôme breakfast restaurant
  • Hakkasan and Talea restaurants

Good to know

  • Separate adults and family pools
  • Half-board option available
  • Beach buggies connect to outlying areas

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