The sand-hued, palace-like exterior of Saadiyat Rotana Resort
& Villas seems like it could be the setting of an intriguing Arabian
fairytale — only instead of being hidden away among golden desert dunes, this
grand property is on one of Abu
Dhabi’s most beautiful natural islands.
The lobby, while surprisingly contemporary and bright, offers a
strong sense of place. A philosophy of environmental protection and
sustainability is at the heart of Saadiyat Island — an ethos reinforced by slender gazelle
sculptures inspired by the indigenous wildlife that moves about
freely on the island. Beautiful handmade carpets hang on the walls and an
exhibit showcases sand from each of the UAE’s seven emirates.
The resort’s 327 luxurious rooms and 13 beachfront villas afford unrestricted
views of the Arabian Gulf’s turquoise
waters, while no less than seven dining options turning out a variety of
cuisines from authentic Italianto high tea.
The sand-hued, palace-like exterior of Saadiyat Rotana Resort
& Villas seems like it could be the setting of an intriguing Arabian
fairytale — only instead of being hidden away among golden desert dunes, this
grand ...