THE Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal has opened its doors. The 532-room luxury resort is the first Ritz-Carlton in Abu Dhabi and the ninth property in the Middle East for the luxury hotel operator.
Inspired by 15th to early 17th century Renaissance architecture and the urban planning of the city of Venice, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is located at the waterfront and consists of ten stately buildings arranged in a crescent formation. Overlooking the 1,600 sq m pool, the backdrop of the hotel is the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The property features 447 luxurious guestrooms and suites, in addition to 85 private one- and two-bedroom villas.
“We are delighted to open our first hotel in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi, a city we have waited to be in until finding absolutely the right location,” stated Herve Humler president and chief operations officer of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC.
Beautifully manicured lawns, unique water features, and private beaches give an immediate sense of well-being to guests arriving at the Venetian-designed Ritz-Carlton. Leisure and business travellers alike will enjoy the refined elegance of the 85 one- and two-bedroom villas complete with spacious outdoor terraces, separate arrival palazzo and private butler service. The Ritz-Carlton Club Level provides a dedicated concierge, private check-in, plus five food and beverage offerings throughout the day within an exclusive lounge boasting panoramic views of the property, canal and city skyline.
The 1,550 sq m Roma Ballroom is the epitome of elegance with a capacity to hold 900 guests. Two expansive marble foyers with natural daylight, 14 additional meeting rooms, and a traditional majlis ensure The Ritz-Carlton is the perfect venue for all special celebrations and events.
The hotel offers ten restaurants and bars including three signature restaurants created by award-winning Japanese designer Super Potato.
Li Jiang is a modern Southeast Asian restaurant; Mijana serves contemporary Lebanese and regional dishes and The Forge is the hotel’s signature steak house. The Giornotte all-day dining; Dolce Italian café; Alba lobby lounge; Sorso, Al Fresco pool restaurants and two pool bars round out the remaining food and beverage offerings at hotel.
A 1,600 sq m outdoor pool, one of the largest in UAE; a fully equipped health club; and the Ritz Kids Club are few of the other leisure facilities available for guests.