Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers occupies the lower floors of the Etihad Towers, the cluster of sail-shaped skyscrapers that curve above the western end of the Corniche. Formerly known as Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, it keeps the polish and scale of a luxury city hotel, with a grand lobby, high-ceilinged public spaces and rooms that look out over the Gulf or the skyline. Guest rooms and suites are large and well equipped, with deep bathtubs, comfortable seating and floor-to-ceiling windows, and the higher floors give particularly good views of the water. The hotel offers a choice of restaurants, bars and lounges, a spa, pools and a fitness centre, plus access to the beach club on the waterfront. It is a polished, central base for travellers who want to be close to the main sights and enjoy the feeling of staying in one of the city's best-known buildings.
Location and getting around
The towers stand on the West Corniche opposite Emirates Palace, with Qasr Al Watan close by and the Corniche promenade a short walk away. The Observation Deck at 300 is part of the same complex, so the city's best viewpoint is practically at your door. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is around twenty minutes by car, Saadiyat Island about the same, and the Yas Island theme parks a little longer. Taxis wait outside, and there are shopping and dining options in the complex's own mall.
Rooms and who it suits
The hotel suits couples, business travellers and families who prefer the city to a resort island. Higher floors offer the best views, while lower floors are quieter and closer to the lobby. Families should look at connecting rooms and larger suites, and anyone sensitive to heights should choose a lower floor. The mood is smart rather than flashy, with a mix of international guests and visiting business people.
Good to know
Breakfast and dining prices are on the luxury scale, so compare packages that include meals or lounge access. The beach club is a short transfer or walk from the tower, and its availability and opening hours may change by season, so ask when you book. Weekend and event periods, including the Formula One weekend, are the most expensive times to stay.
As with other towers on the Corniche, lifts can be busy at peak times, so allow a few minutes when heading out for a morning tour. In summer, rates fall and the indoor facilities keep the stay comfortable, while October to April is the best time for the Corniche walk, the beach and open-air dining nearby.
Why stay here
- ✓Rooms with Gulf or skyline views
- ✓Several restaurants and bars
- ✓Spa and wellness centre
- ✓Outdoor swimming pool
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Beach club access
- ✓Next to the Observation Deck at 300
- ✓Walk to the Corniche and Emirates Palace
Good questions
Is this hotel the former Jumeirah at Etihad Towers?+
Yes, the property in the Etihad Towers was previously operated as Jumeirah at Etihad Towers and is now branded Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers.
What is nearby?+
Emirates Palace and Qasr Al Watan are close, and the Observation Deck at 300 is in the same complex. The Corniche promenade is a short walk away.
Does the hotel have a beach?+
Guests usually have access to a beach club on the waterfront, but arrangements and hours can change, so check before you book.
