KEY POINTS
- Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers has earned the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star rating for the fifth straight year.
- It remains the only Conrad hotel globally to hold this elite distinction. **
- Three team members also received Forbes Star Staff awards for service excellence.
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, set within one of the United Arab Emirates’ most iconic skyscrapers, has once again achieved the highly coveted Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star rating, securing the honor for a fifth consecutive year. This distinction underscores the property’s unwavering commitment to luxury hospitality, placing it among a select group of elite global hotels recognised by the only international rating authority for premium travel experiences.
What sets this achievement apart is that Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers is the sole Conrad hotel worldwide to hold the Forbes 5-Star status consistently over multiple years. The accolade reflects annual reviews by Forbes Travel Guide inspectors, who assess properties on rigorous criteria including service quality, facility excellence, guest experiences and attention to detail.
In addition to the hotel’s 5-Star rating, three team members were honoured with Forbes Star Staff awards, highlighting individual contributions to exceptional service and guest satisfaction. These awards are part of Forbes Travel Guide’s annual Star Award programme, which recognises not just properties but also the people behind extraordinary hospitality.
Located in the striking Etihad Towers complex in the heart of Abu Dhabi, the Conrad property is known for blending contemporary design with refined luxury. Guests enjoy an array of world-class amenities including more than a dozen fine dining venues, expansive spa facilities, multiple swimming pools, and a private beach — all delivered with bespoke service standards.
One of the hotel’s standout attractions is the Observation Deck at 300, perched 74 floors above the capital, offering panoramic views of Abu Dhabi’s skyline and the Arabian Gulf. This feature, alongside its elegant rooms, suites and residences, contributes to the resort’s reputation as a destination in its own right for discerning travellers.
Forbes Travel Guide’s Star Awards cover luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and cruise lines across more than 100 countries. A 5-Star rating signifies exceptional service and facilities that go beyond guest expectations, with a strong emphasis on personalised hospitality. The guide’s evaluation process remains highly secretive and independent, lending further prestige to its annual honourees.
The fifth straight 5-Star win for Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers highlights sustained excellence and positions the property as a benchmark in the luxury hotel landscape of the Middle East. Amid growing competition from ultra-luxury resorts and boutique experiences, maintaining this level of recognition demonstrates a high standard of quality and consistency that resonates with global travellers.
Abu Dhabi itself continues to grow as a premium travel destination, combining cultural attractions with luxury hospitality. Properties such as Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers play a central role in elevating the emirate’s profile among international tourism markets, offering experiences that appeal to guests seeking both opulence and immersive urban journeys.
As the travel sector expands post-pandemic, accolades like the Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star serve as key differentiators for high-end hotels vying for international recognition. For Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, this fifth consecutive rating not only reinforces its distinguished status but also reaffirms confidence in its workforce and leadership to deliver world-class stays year after year.
