Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi – NOW OPEN
A STRIKING URBAN LANDMARK
A vision of gleaming glass rising high above the city, Rocco Forte Hotels’ newest property stands out among the luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi. A striking new landmark in the emirate, the Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi is built from curved glass and its wavy structure – with not a single straight line in sight – is an architectural masterpiece. Up close, the blue and green glass panels create a breathtaking mosaic effect, mirroring the colours of the Arabian Gulf.
Sir Rocco Forte has years of experience running highly individual luxury hotels throughout Europe, earning Rocco Forte Hotels a reputation for exceptional service and design. The Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi brings European sophistication to the city and is focussed on offering guests the very best service in the emirate.
Step inside and the interior is unlike any other hotel in Abu Dhabi. Olga Polizzi, who oversees the design of all Rocco Forte Hotels properties, has blended European and Middle Eastern styles to create a look that is sophisticated and modern, yet sumptuous in detail. Bespoke works by local artists adorn the walls; richly patterned fabrics give each of the bedrooms a stylish authenticity; the finest materials sourced from all over the world are used throughout.
Renowned for its five-star service and facilities, Rocco Forte Hotels focuses on the finer details. Every one of the hotel’s 281 spacious bedrooms is state of the art, with LCD flat screen TV, iPod dock, large marble and limestone bathroom and luxurious furnishings. Rooms and suites on the exclusive Executive Floor offer complimentary access to the 8th floor Executive Lounge and a dedicated concierge service. The hotel’s spectacular, individually designed Presidential and Royal Suites each have a large, private terrace.
Conveniently situated in the heart of Abu Dhabi, the hotel is within easy reach of the airport, the Abu Dhabi Exhibition Centre and the city’s key attractions. Explore the islands, coast and beaches, visit local places of interest, such as the nearby Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and sample the world-class sporting opportunities, including equestrian centres, golf courses and Ferrari World, the world’s largest indoor theme park. If shopping is a priority, there is a luxury mall next door. The hotel also provides a complimentary shuttle service to other popular malls nearby.
The restaurants and bars at the Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi are destinations in themselves. Blue, on the 6th floor of the hotel’s 11 storey, all-glass atrium, is a cocktail bar that appears, from the outside, to be suspended mid-air. The talented culinary team have overseen the menus at Oceana Grill and Oro – the hotel’s authentic Italian restaurant – to ensure a first-class dining experience.
Spend a blissful few hours in the hotel’s large luxury spa, which has separate facilities for men and women and an authentic Moroccan Hammam, or work out in the Health Club, fitted with the latest Technogym equipment. Outdoors, the 25m pool is the perfect place to take a dip before basking in the desert sun.
Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi Rooms and Suites
Nowhere is the Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi’s unique style more evident than in its 281 rooms and suites. Furnishings, hand-picked by Olga Polizzi, have been chosen for their design and comfort. Like other Rocco Forte Hotels, the elegant interiors are inspired by the region, with rich colours, ornate patterns and sensuous materials used throughout. Among the most beautifully appointed luxury rooms and suites in Abu Dhabi, bespoke works by local artists hang on the walls and the Arabic expression “may it rain on our desert” is inscribed above the bath.
Stylishly comfortable, state-of-the-art facilities include LCD flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi access, an iPod docking station, a Nespresso coffee machine and a large marble and limestone bathroom, with a separate shower and bath.
Suites
Much more than a place to sleep, every suite at the Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi is beautifully designed and spacious, accompanied by exclusive benefits and services of the Rocco Forte Suite Experience. Many suites can be combined with adjacent rooms to form a larger personal space. Suite guests also enjoy complimentary access to the Executive Lounge and a dedicated personalised concierge service. The magnificent Presidential and Royal Suites each have separate living and dining rooms, a guest powder room and a butler kitchen, luxurious bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, two large, private terraces and butler service.
Executive Floor
The 38 rooms and suites on the hotel’s Executive Floor are designed especially for business travellers. They include free access to the Executive Lounge and its services: Wi-Fi access, complimentary breakfast, light snacks in the afternoon, evening drinks and hors d’oeuvres, secretarial assistance and use of a meeting room on the 8th floor. Guests staying on the Executive Floor also benefit from a complimentary one-way limousine transfer to / from Abu Dhabi airport and a personalised concierge service.
Dining & Bars
Restaurants and bars at Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi
Dining at the Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi is a delight, with three distinctive restaurants, an exclusive cocktail bar, a late-night bar and club, a relaxing tea lounge and a pool-side bar.
Among the best luxury restaurants in Abu Dhabi, Oceana Grill, Oro and Rouge offer three completely different culinary experiences.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, by day Oceana Grill is a relaxed venue, with a choice of à la carte dining and a delicious buffet of freshly prepared international dishes. As the sun sets, the ground-floor restaurant – set in the hotel’s stunning glass atrium – is transformed into an intimate space in which to enjoy seafood fresh from the ocean.
At Oro, one of the finest contemporary Italian restaurants in Abu Dhabi, the innovative menu reflects new trends in fine Italian restaurant cuisine. Interior designed by Martin Brudnizki and Olga Polizzi in an Art Deco style, the 360-degree bar makes it a sociable venue for lunch or dinner.
Ultra-modern and extremely stylish, Rouge, the best Chinese and Japanese restaurant in Abu Dhabi, serves delicious contemporary Asian cuisine. For lighter meals, enjoy traditional English and Arabic Afternoon Tea or discover the All Day Menu at Brown’s Tea Lounge. Alternatively, grab a bite to eat at the relaxed Pool Bar & Terrace.
An exclusive bar and club, Noche serves delicious classic South American dishes before night falls, when party lovers arrive to enjoy creative cocktails and a DJ spinning Latin-American-tinged tunes.
For pre- or post-dinner drinks, Blue is the most sophisticated cocktail bar in Abu Dhabi. Architecturally astonishing, from outside it appears to be floating within the hotel’s 11-storey glass atrium. Enjoy expertly prepared cocktails, premium drinks and canapés while admiring the panoramic views over the city.
Luxury Spa and Health Club
The 2,000 sqm Health Club and luxury spa is an oasis of tranquillity with everything that guests need to recharge and rejuvenate. Separate facilities are provided for men and women, and a range of luxury body and beauty treatments offer top-to-toe pampering. Swim under the desert skies in the 25m outdoor pool, stretch out in the Moroccan hammam or enjoy a luxurious treatment in the exclusive Vichy Shower Suite room. The fitness club has an extensive selection of state-of-the-art equipment; yoga classes and personal training sessions can also be arranged.
Luxury spa with separate male and female:
- Treatment rooms (15 treatment rooms including 2 double treatment suites - one with a Vichy shower - and 5 Hammam treatment rooms)
- Sauna
- Jaccuzi
- Moroccan Hammam
- Indoor plunge pool
- Steam room
- Relaxation areas
- Private showers
- Changing rooms
- Beauty salon
- Gym
- Yoga Studio
- 25-metre outdoor pool
- Separate 10-metre children's pool
Things to do in Abu Dhabi
Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi offers full Concierge services to ensure guests enjoy their stay in Abu Dhabi. Discover the city and its surrounding areas through the suggestions below, or contact Concierge for advance reservations or to design a bespoke itinerary for exploring the city.
Culture and History
For many visitors to Abu Dhabi, sightseeing is top of the agenda. The city offers a fascinating mix of historic sites, sporting venues, fun attractions and cultural pursuits. The beautiful Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, with its imposing white domes – visible from the hotel – should not be missed, and for an insight into the history of Abu Dhabi, visit Al Maqtaa Fort and the Emirates Heritage Village.
Shopping
Many guests like to indulge in some retail therapy while in Abu Dhabi. From traditional to high end, shopping is a popular pastime in the emirate, with designer malls in abundance. The city’s bustling markets are a good place to pick up locally-made goods. There is a luxury mall, with 30 boutiques, adjacent to the hotel, and a complimentary shuttle service to other popular malls nearby.
Sports and Recreation
The year-round warm weather in Abu Dhabi means that outdoor sports are perennially popular. The Yas Marina F1 Circuit and Abu Dhabi Golf Course host internationally renowned events, and traditional sports, including camel racing and dhow sailing, are still practiced in the emirate. For high-octane thrills, the beaches of Abu Dhabi are perfect for sand skiing and off-road driving, while the Arabian Gulf is a haven for water-sports enthusiasts, with great scuba diving, fishing and sailing.
The recently opened Ferrari World is the biggest indoor theme park in the world. For an enjoyable afternoon of sightseeing, the picturesque Abu Dhabi Corniche is a 5km-long beachside esplanade, with cafes, gardens and lovely walks. Then, of course, there are the nearby islands to explore - the emirate is made up of more than 200 of them, some of which are small, sandy and uninhabited, and accessible by boat.
Festivals and galleries
Abu Dhabi’s cultural heritage is celebrated in the many festivals and events that take place between October and May. The Abu Dhabi Festival, running from January to May each year, is the UAE’s foremost celebration of art and culture, uniting musicians, performers and artists from all over the world. Other popular events include the Abu Dhabi Film Festival and Al Dhafra Camel Festival, both in October, and Abu Dhabi Art – a modern art fair – in November.
The hotel’s central location means that guests are conveniently close to the city’s main attractions and transport links. Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi is directly opposite Zayed Sports City, close to the city’s main visitor attractions. For business guests, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) is a short five-minute drive away, while the Corniche and Abu Dhabi Golf Club are 10 minutes. Yas Marina and Abu Dhabi International Airport are 15 minutes by car from the hotel.
For directions to the hotel, click here. Residents enjoy complimentary parking and Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi offers valet parking services.
Maps & Directions
Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum St
Al Khaleej
Tel: +971 2617 0000
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