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Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi

Bain Al Jessrain, Khor Al Maqta P.O. Box 114304, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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About us

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi boasts a prime location at the mainland gateway to the cosmopolitan city of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. With its striking, contemporary design, this beachfront business hotel is poised to offer the highest level of comfort and elegance throughout its 366 guest rooms and suites. This luxury Abu Dhabi hotel showcases unrivalled views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and provides easy access to the city centre and main exhibitions facilities. It is in close proximity to Abu Dhabi International Airport and city’s numerous golf courses.

Venue Details

ChainAccor
BrandFairmont Hotels
Built2009
Renovated2022
Total meeting space18,059 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms366
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority
Forbes Travel Guide
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
-Cvent's 2025 "Top Meeting Hotels" in Middle East & Africa -"Best Destination Wedding Hotel " Abu Dhabi Wedding in Show from Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi 2023 and 2024 -"Best Luxury Hotel in Abu Dhabi" Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2025 -"Best Destination Hotel in Middle East" Haute Grandeur 2025 Awards

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Mar 19 - Apr 30Jan 01 - Feb 17Oct 01 - Dec 31
Shoulder season
Sep 01 - Sep 30Feb 18 - Mar 18May 01 - May 31
Low season
Jun 01 - Aug 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
18,059 sq. ft.
Largest room
10,893 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
13
Second largest room
10,656 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
19,009 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available

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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Sir Baniyas
Saqr Ballroom Pre-function
Saadiyat
Saqr Ballroom C
Al Futaisi
Sir Baniyas B

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
366
Suites
46
Tax rate
23.5%

Location

Getting Here

Zayed International Airport (AUH) - 20km / 12 miles. 15 minutes driving. Dubai International Airport (DXB) 135kms / 85 miles - 1h15-1h30mns driving.
Distance from airport 12.43 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Historical landmark
6 kms
Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the world’s largest mosques and an architectural masterpiece that beautifully combines Islamic architecture and design. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Founding Founder of the UAE, had the mosque built in the capital city Abu Dhabi to create a cultural haven that welcomes and inspires people from all backgrounds. Standing over 100 metres tall at its highest point, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a must-see for any traveller visiting the city looking for things to do.
Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street، - 5th St
Abu Dhabi, AE
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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Recreation
25 mins
Welcome to the first Ferrari branded theme park in the world. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi features a winning mix of rides and attractions for visitors of all ages, in addition to a wide variety of Italian delicacies and unique shopping experiences.
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Qasr Al Watan
Historical landmark
20 mins
Qasr Al Watan is an incredible, new and unique landmark in the Middle East. A Palace brimming with knowledge, offering the world a first-of-its-kind insight into the Arab heritage and the governing principles that shaped the history of the United Arab Emirates and its vision to the future.
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Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
Park
26 kms
Set to be one of the world’s largest indoor theme parks when it opens on Yas Island on 25 July 2018, Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi will bring together all your favorite Warner Bros. characters and stories under one roof to offer you an enthralling, captivating day out for all the family. Walk through the iconic Warner Bros. shield and be transported to a whole new world of action, adventure, wackiness and more, in which you can create and enjoy many a memorable moment with family and friends!
Abu Dhabi, AE
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Louvre Museum
Louvre Museum
Museum
26 kms
The museum has been built to represent an Arab madina or city, and will feature 23 permanent galleries, temporary exhibition spaces, an auditorium, a children’s museum, restaurants and a retail centre.Guests can marvel at the “rain of light” interiors. Designed by architect Jean Nouvel, the 180 metre dome capping the space has been designed in such a way as to control the light and temperature inside and features geometric designs that will allow light to move across the space.
Saadiyat Island
Abu Dhabi
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Desert Safari
Desert Safari
Recreation
Professional & Exciting desert safari's, off road tours, overnight safari's, Dhow tours etc in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi
Falcon Hospital
Falcon Hospital
Historical landmark
25 kms
The Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital is the world's foremost falcon welfare institution, and the first of its kind. It opened on 3 October 1999, as an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Environment Agency, since when it has been directed by German veterinary surgeon Dr Margit Gabriele Müller and has become one of the largest avian hospitals
Pet Care Center
Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital
Abu Dhabi
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Yas Mall
Yas Mall
Shopping
21 kms
Yas Mall, biggest shopping destination in Abu Dhabi for shopping festivals, hotels, restaurants, entertainment, holidays, events and attractive offers.
Yas Island
Abu Dhabi
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Yas Marina Circuit
Yas Marina Circuit
Recreation
21 kms
The Yas Marina Circuit is the venue for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The circuit was designed by Hermann Tilke and is situated on Yas Island.
Yas Island
Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Historical landmark
7 kms
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was initiated by the late President of the United Arab Emirates, HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Al Maqtaa
Abu Dhabi, AE
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Abu Dhabi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Airport
23 kms
Abu Dhabi International Airport is an airport in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. The airport is one of the fastest growing airports in the world in terms of passengers, new airline operators, and infrastructural development
E 11
Abu Dhabi, AE
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Emirate's Heritage Village
Emirate's Heritage Village
Recreation
26 kms
Located on the Corniche near the Marina Mall is the Heritage Village. Here, visitors have the chance to see what life was like for the Bedouin tribes before the discovery of oil thanks to such reconstructions as a traditional Bedouin goat-hair tent, mud-brick houses, fishing villages, souqs (market places) and examples of irrigation and wells used for water collection. You also can take a camel ride and watch a demonstration of the sport of falconry. The village's museum has exhibits of black & white photos, pots, jewelry, tools and weapons, as well as a workshop where staff showcase Bedouin skills. At the spice shop, you can sample the unique flavours of the Middle East.
8th St
Abu Dhabi, AE
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Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://all.accor.com/gb/sustainable-development/index.shtml ; https://press.accor.com/accor-collaborates-with-key-sustainable-certification-programs/?lang=en ; https://group.accor.com/en/commitment/approach/sustainability-strategy; https://all.accor.com/gb/sustainable-development/index.shtml ;
Does Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
Hotel not in the United States
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://group.accor.com/-/media/Corporate/Investors/Documents-de-reference/OPT_ACCOR_DEU_2021_MEL_US_300322.pdf

Health and Safety

Were practices at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes : We follow the regulations of the relevant Abu Dhabi government authorities.
Does Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes : We follow the regulations of the relevant Abu Dhabi government authorities.
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