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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

West Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, Middle East & Africa, United Arab Emirates

  • Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
  • 98.5/100La Liste19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • couples
  • food & wine
  • wellness
  • beach

About Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, is located on Sir Bani Yas Island and features a pristine private beach. The hotel offers a selection of fine dining options, including Talea by Antonio Guida, Hakkasan, Strawfire, Martabaan, Sand & Koal, and Lebanese Terrace. Guests have access to a rejuvenating spa, multiple restaurants, a bar, and 24-hour in-room dining service.

The property holds a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for 2026 and is listed in La Liste's Top 1000 hotels with a score of 98.5/100. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is designated as EMPTYJET Approved.

Why it stands out

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is listed for its EMPTYJET Approved status, Forbes Five-Star rating, and La Liste Top 1000 recognition. Its location on Sir Bani Yas Island, private beach, and multiple Michelin-starred dining options make it a notable choice in Abu Dhabi.

Key facts

Pets
not_allowed
Children
family-friendly accommodations, including connecting rooms
Type
Beach, Island, Wellness

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Private beachLocated on a pristine private beach, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Dining

  • Fine diningevidence: two Michelin-starred restaurants
  • Multiple restaurantsTalea by Antonio Guida; Hakkasan; Strawfire; Martabaan; Sand & Koal; Lebanese Terrace
  • Barevidence: Brasserie & Bar
  • 24-hour room serviceevidence: 24-hour in-room dining service

Wellness

  • Spaevidence: rejuvenating spa and wellness experiences

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
Talea by Antonio Guida — Italian
Restaurant
Hakkasan — Chinese
Restaurant
Strawfire — Japanese
Restaurant
Martabaan — Indian
Restaurant
Sand & Koal — seafood
Restaurant
Lebanese Terrace — Levantine

Beach

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Beach
Private beach

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026
  • La ListeTop 10002026

Location

24.4614, 54.3184
Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
  • Official brand / collection siteBrand15 fields

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