An Abu Dhabi Escape

Beat the heat this summer and head to St. Regis Abu Dhabi, where you’ll find a multitude of exciting culinary offers to keep you and your taste buds entertained.

- Sophie McCarrick

Where:

ST. REGIS ABU DHABI, NATION TOWERS, CORNICHE

What’s it like: Upon arrival at the property, the luxurious experience begins. Centred with a stunning grand staircase, the St. Regis Abu Dhabi has one of the most beautiful and sophisticated lobby’s I’ve seen in this region, and the whole welcome experience oozes tasteful opulence. Decorated with deep golds, creamy marble, regal reds, and crystal chandeliers, it’s a gorgeous hotel inspired by the legacy of the Astor family from New York’s Gilded Age and local heritage of the UAE’s capital.

Boasting 283 guestrooms and suites from the 33rd to the 49th floor, rooms offer stunning views over the Arabian Gulf. Once checked, the St. Regis Butler Service sweeps in to warmly greet and ensure everything you need is in order – a very nice touch that wasn’t at all intrusive.

With the day ahead, we head to Nation Riviera Beach Club to cool off, which is just across the road from the hotel but accessible via an air conditioned underground tunnel. It’s an exclusive beachfront with pool (which is cooled) and beach access, equipped with a fitness facility, an adorable little water park called ‘Treasure Island Children’s Club’, a swim-up bar and on-the-beach eatery ‘Cabana Bar & Grill’. If you don’t fancy the little stroll over to Nation Riviera, the hotel also has a rooftop swimming pool (also cooled) with bar, and plenty of sun loungers. To continue the relaxation, the Remede Spa is located on the same floor, as well as a gym.

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