Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara

This palatial, Arabian-style hotel overlooks Eastern Mangrove Lagoon National Park and is 6 km from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The chic rooms offer minibars, flat-screens and free Wi-Fi, plus balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows. Upgraded rooms have access to a club lounge offering free breakfast, beverages and snacks. Some suites include private plunge pools; a 3- to 10-bedroom apartment features a kitchenette and a rooftop garden and infinity pool, along with a private chef, limousine and driver. There are 3 restaurants, 2 bars, and male and female-only gyms. Other amenities include prayer rooms, a spa and a terrace with an infinity pool.