the exquisite levels of service, facilities and upkeep that
membership of this distinguished group necessitates.
Many prospective guests will also be pleased to note
that the hotel is located along a sandy beach and only
15 minutes from the Abu Dhabi Golf Club, providing
the perfect balance of pleasure and business.
Al Raha Beach also provides excellent spa and health
club facilities including two gyms, indoor squash
courts, a private marina, a beauty salon, indoor and
outdoor pools and a volleyball court. In terms of food
and beverage, Al Raha Beach provides a range of
options with five excellent restaurants catering to a
variety of international tastes.
General Manager, Mr. Kamal Zayati is enthusiastic
when discussing the advantages of Al Raha Beach
Hotel’s location,
“We are located in such a strategic place that I do
not think there is a better place in Abu Dhabi. We
are only 10 minutes from the airport, 15 minutes
from the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre,
20 minutes from downtown and 45 minutes from
Dubai. In fact, we are so close to Jebel Ali Free Zone
(JAFZA) and the Southside of Dubai, “New Dubai”,
that, given the traffic issues, it can be more practical
for some visitors, with business in “New Dubai” to
stay here, rather than traditional hotels on the far side
of Dubai.”
Given this very strategic positioning, Al Raha Beach
is set to capitalise on the future developments of Abu
Dhabi.
“The city is moving out this way”, declares the
general manager, “all of the new developments are
taking place towards this direction. We are very close
to Yas Island (only 15 minutes away), where the new
Formula 1 track was recently unveiled. Masdar City
is currently in the process of being built and that is
very close by as well. The road access here is second
to none, so in terms of accessibility, Al Raha Beach is
certainly very well positioned.”
With facilities and ambience to rival the most
celebrated hotels in the world, Al Raha Beach
combines comfort with accessibility. The personalised
service is also another factor which contributes to the
good name that the hotel enjoys on the market. The
staff were some of the most friendly and courteous
that this author has come across. They are a credit to
their general manager.
As Kamal Zayati rightly says, “Our facilities, relaxing
atmosphere, personalised service and convenient
location all serve to make a stay at Al Raha Beach