Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi

In a grand building on the Khor Al Maqta waterway, this refined hotel is 12 km from Dalma Mall and 25 km from Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Polished rooms include Wi-Fi, flat-screens and rainfall showers, plus balconies or terraces. Suites add living rooms, while studios and 1- to 4-bedroom apartments have kitchens. Villas come with private pools. Club rooms offer club lounge access, iPod docks and butler service. Room service is available 24/7. Dining options include an opulent French restaurant, and there's a chic cigar lounge. Among other amenities are a private beach, a souk and a spa, plus a gym and 3 pools, including 1 outdoors with a bar.