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Welcome to Abu Dhabi! The capital of the United Arab Emirates and one of its busiest cities! Like Dubai, Abu Dhabi is a city built around the principle of sheer luxury and is full of amazing experiences! If you’re thinking of making your next event something sun soaked and unforgettable then we think Abu Dhabi might be the destination for you! Follow along with this list to hear Panoptic’s picks for the top 7 venues in Abu Dhabi to get the inspiration going for your next event!
Top 7 Venues in Abu Dhabi
Erth Abu Dhabi
Only 15 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi, this hotel is centrally located and breathtakingly gorgeous. The hotel is seriously stunning and can only be described as otherworldly! We’re totally in awe of the chic modern decor and amazing architecture!


The hotel boasts a number of different venue spaces, making it perfect for all kinds of events. From ballrooms to cinemas to intimate private dining experiences with mind blowing gastronomy – Erth has everything.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
The Louvre Abu Dhabi is a gorgeous art museum located on Saadiyat Island and a must see in Abu Dhabi! The museum operates under an agreement with France that they can use the name of the Louvre until 2037 and it’s one of France’s largest cultural projects abroad – so if you’re looking for some Parisian magic in Abu Dhabi, this might be what you’re looking for!


The museum is the largest and most visited art museum in the Arabian Peninsula and features artwork from all around the world, including works on loan from the Louvre, the Palace of Versailles and the Muse d’Orsay! It makes for a totally unique venue in the heart of the Middle East!

Jubail Mangrove Park
Want to get closer to nature? This one’s for you. The mangrove walk and the gorgeous national park it resides in is a green gem nestled on Jubail Island, just between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.
The park features gorgeous scenery such as the famous mangrove walk and gorgeous blue waters! It also features a number of totally unique activities to get stuck into such as nighttime glow kayaking and guided dragon boat tours! Host your event here if you’re looking for something totally breathtaking.
Emirates Palace
Like something straight from an Arabian fairytale, the Emirates Palace is an amazing venue. With the main building alone stretching over a kilometer from wing to wing and over 100 hectares of gardens, this is a venue fit for royalty.
One of the things the Emirates Palace is famous for is its beyond decadent gastronomy. Stop in at Le Café and try a sprinkle of 24 karat gold in your cappuccino – an experience not to be missed by those looking for something truly luxury!


Rotana Saadiyat
Looking for some beady bliss? This hotel is set on a spectacular 9km stretch of glittering white sandy beach, home to magical wildlife such as the indigenous Hawksbill turtles!
The hotel features an amazing ballroom adorned with gorgeous contemporary crystal chandeliers that bring a gorgeous sense of luxury and class to any event. The hotel also features a wonderful outdoor event venue – The Lawn. The Lawn has been designed with fantastic experiences in mind and boasts over 510 square meters of purpose built event space.
W Hotel Abu Dhabi
You can find this hotel on one of our office’s favourite islands – Yas Island! Between the coast of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, this venue is fantastically situated and not to mention, amazing!
The hotel features amazing facilities such as bespoke bars with breathtaking views of the gorgeous Yas Marina and rooftop decks where the party never stops!


Ritz Carlton Grand Canal
Looking for something luxurious? The Ritz is probably one of the first hotels to pop into mind, and for good reason! The hotel comprises 10 gorgeous Venetian inspired buildings that form a crescent around one of the cities largest outdoor pools, so if you’re looking for a flavour of Italy in Abu Dhabi, this one might be for you.
One amazing feature offered by the Ritz is their Yacht Collection. Take your event to the next level and have it aboard one of their sleek and stylish Yachts – we promise it’s something you wont regret!

Found a venue that takes your fancy?
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