8 of the Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi, UAE - AFAR

"Emerging like a mirage from the red dunes of the Rub' Al Khali Empty Quarter, this desert resort offers dramatic seclusion at the end of a long desert drive, with sunshine, palm-shaded water features inspired by ancient falaj irrigation and tranquil nights of cooling breezes and lamplight. The 205 rooms draw on nomadic traditions with palm-thatch ceilings and textiles-inspired cushions and carpets; family pool villas resemble miniature forts. Activities include camel and horse rides, fat-biking across dunes and spa treatments using Arabian dates and coffee, and guests are encouraged to climb nearby dunes to watch unforgettable sunsets." - Nicola Chilton