WATG's design effectively frames the sloping approach to the building, featuring a magnificent combination of marble, granite, and stone. The building's illuminated balconies create a captivating light show, adding to the overall allure.
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The Emirates Palace cost more than $3 billion to build. Thin sheets of pure gold are imported from Italy, then rolled, pressed and hammered between vellum, a fine parchment, until they become even finer. Once the leaf is ready to be applied, the ceiling is prepared with a warm red base coat of paint.
The grand hotel houses 394 luxury rooms, a private beach that stretches across 1.3km of white sand, a helicopter landing pad, and a range of exquisite dining venues. Famed for its luxury interior, the palace features glittering chandeliers and elaborate domes embellished in gold, mother-of-pearl, and crystals.
DESIGN AND ARCHITECTUREThis eminent landmark was built upon an area of one million square metres in Arabian style with Andalusian architectural influences to display the values of Arabian hospitality at its finest. The hotel's interior follows the local architecture and ambience of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
The west and east wings are the guest rooms, which offer eye-catching traditional decoration on their interior. It took approximately 20,000 people to provide a suitable workforce for the completion of the project in three years.
Leisure facilities include a marina, two pools, a spa and two fitness centers. It is owned by the Emirates Palace Company – a subsidiary of the government of Abu Dhabi.
Most of the restaurants at Emirates Palace Hotel require smart casual attire for lunch and dinner. Long trousers are required for men and shorts are not allowed. At breakfast, the hotel asks guests to avoid shorts and t-shirts, sandals, flip flops or beach wear.
Eight dining venues serve a variety of cuisines created by world renowned chefs and the resort boasts lush gardens, a lavish spa, two temperature controlled swimming pools, a kids' club and a private marina.
Emirates Palace is a must for luxury travelers, sightseers, and culture vultures. Experience the hotel on a photo op or brief visit on a wider city tour.