The enchantment is immediate at Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. While the hotel is conveniently located near
the airport, golf course and city centre, its lush garden landscapes place it in
a serene, faraway world of its own.
Exotic sunset views from the hotel’s gazebo
Magnificent
views enthrall as you enter. The grand golden-white main building reflects in
the swimming pool by the entrance. Your senses are bewitched by the hotel's
impressive architecture, with its fine Arabic décor, full of warm tones and
organic textures.
As you make your way around the large hotel complex,
the fascination heightens. The hotel is connected by a winding waterway
featuring Arabic traditional boats, known as abras. You lie back, utterly
relaxed, while the abra slowly meanders throughout the verdant garden
scenery.
The boat drops you at the hotel's souk, a traditional Arabian
market. There you browse through the enticing variety of shops selling
traditional artifacts, paintings, jewellery and clothes.
A post-shopping
stroll along the private beach finds you just in time to catch the sunset.
Majestic orange rays spread their soft light across the glittering canal and the
white beach, entrancing your soul.
After your walk, you decide to
indulge in a Four Hands Harmonizing Massage at CHI, The Spa. The skilled
therapists' hands lull you into a state of bliss, far removed from this
world.
Pampered and at peace, you return to your luxurious room. In the
distance, visions of traditional Arabic domes and minarets complete the
enchantment.
A day like this lingers forever. And it all begins at
Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi.