The exterior of The Abu Dhabi Edition Hotel in Al Bateen. Antonie Robertson / The National
The exterior of The Abu Dhabi Edition Hotel in Al Bateen. Antonie Robertson / The National
The lobby, as with the rest of the interiors, is the work of hotelier Ian Schrager. Antonie Robertson / The National
The lobby, as with the rest of the interiors, is the work of hotelier Ian Schrager. Antonie Robertson / The National
There outdoor spaces are calming and in keeping with the marina surrounds. Antonie Robertson / The National
There outdoor spaces are calming and in keeping with the marina surrounds. Antonie Robertson / The National
The lobby lounge combines luxury with comfort and touches of Arabic design. Antonie Robertson / The National
The lobby lounge combines luxury with comfort and touches of Arabic design. Antonie Robertson / The National
The Library Bar is one of the hotel's lounge areas. Antonie Robertson / The National
The Library Bar is one of the hotel's lounge areas. Antonie Robertson / The National
The Market At Edition, the hotel's all-day dining restaurant that's under the direction of renowned British chef Tom Aiken. Antonie Robertson / The National
The Market At Edition, the hotel's all-day dining restaurant that's under the direction of renowned British chef Tom Aiken. Antonie Robertson / The National
Another of the dining outlets, Alba Terrace Restaurant, which is also under the direction of Tom Aiken. Antonie Robertson / The National
Another of the dining outlets, Alba Terrace Restaurant, which is also under the direction of Tom Aiken. Antonie Robertson / The National
One of the hotel's deluxe suite rooms. Antonie Robertson / The National
One of the hotel's deluxe suite rooms. Antonie Robertson / The National
The deluxe suites have plenty of space and that modern, contemporary luxe feel. Antonie Robertson / The National
The deluxe suites have plenty of space and that modern, contemporary luxe feel. Antonie Robertson / The National
The pool area which offers views of the nearby Al Bateen Marina. Antonie Robertson / The National
The pool area which offers views of the nearby Al Bateen Marina. Antonie Robertson / The National

First look inside The Abu Dhabi Edition hotel

We take you inside the newest hotel in the capital, the first for the exclusive Marriott brand in the Middle East

Melinda Healy

November 01, 2018

  • English
  • Arabic

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World record transfers

1. Kylian Mbappe - to Real Madrid in 2017/18 - €180 million (Dh770.4m - if a deal goes through)
2. Paul Pogba - to Manchester United in 2016/17 - €105m
3. Gareth Bale - to Real Madrid in 2013/14 - €101m
4. Cristiano Ronaldo - to Real Madrid in 2009/10 - €94m
5. Gonzalo Higuain - to Juventus in 2016/17 - €90m
6. Neymar - to Barcelona in 2013/14 - €88.2m
7. Romelu Lukaku - to Manchester United in 2017/18 - €84.7m
8. Luis Suarez - to Barcelona in 2014/15 - €81.72m
9. Angel di Maria - to Manchester United in 2014/15 - €75m
10. James Rodriguez - to Real Madrid in 2014/15 - €75m

Key facilities
  • Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
  • Premier League-standard football pitch
  • 400m Olympic running track
  • NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
  • 600-seat auditorium
  • Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
  • An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
  • Specialist robotics and science laboratories
  • AR and VR-enabled learning centres
  • Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
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