Royal Rose Hotel Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton

Rising above central Abu Dhabi with an ornate façade reminiscent of a grand European palace, Royal Rose Hotel Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton brings a wonderfully theatrical sense of occasion to a stay in the UAE capital. Inside, chandeliers, polished marble, gilded detailing and richly furnished public spaces continue the palatial mood, while the hotel’s 355 rooms and suites offer generous proportions and a calmer retreat from the city outside. Guest rooms begin at approximately 35 square meters and feature marble-clad bathrooms with walk-in rain showers and separate bathtubs; higher-category accommodations and suites add more space, and Executive guests have access to a private 16th-floor lounge. It is easy to imagine returning from an afternoon in the city, drawing the curtains against the heat and settling into an elegant room before dressing for dinner beneath the glittering lights of Abu Dhabi.

Leisure unfolds high above the streets at the hotel’s outdoor rooftop swimming pool, where loungers offer a place to linger in the sunshine while the skyline stretches around you. A fitness center and health-club facilities provide another way to recharge, with sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi amenities available for moments devoted purely to relaxation. Dining is equally easygoing: Printania Restaurant serves international favorites at breakfast, lunch and dinner, while Brasserie Café, overlooking the opulent lobby, is made for an afternoon coffee, tea or something sweet beneath the hotel’s chandeliers. Room service, concierge assistance and complimentary valet parking add to the sense that everything can be handled quietly in the background while you enjoy the stay.