We stayed at Al Manzel in Abu Dhabi in November 2010 on the way to and from Australia. On both visits we were treated like honoured guests. From the check in at reception, to the Concierge and Porter service, in the restaurant, at the fitness centre and the roof top pool - every member of staff (including managers) we met was wonderful - very friendly and helpful.

The hotel is spotlessly clean and the rooms are terrific – spacious and well equipped. The beds and pillows are very comfortable. Each room is like a studio apartment with lounge, dining and kitchen areas (excellent for long stay business clients). They contain a kettle, fridge, 2-ring cooker, microwave, a full range of cooking pots and pans, cutlery, glasses and crockery (all looking brand new), washing machine, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. Complimentary mineral water and an impressive range of teas and coffees are provided. The restaurant at the hotel offers a good range of food at a buffet breakfast and a 3 choice al la Carte lunch and dinner at reasonable cost. Service is excellent.

The location of the hotel is brilliant – walking distance from Abu Dhabi Mall (10 mins) and easy access to many restaurants. The Corniche is a short distance away and the Marina Mall is easily accessible by taxi and bus. There is a bus stop approx 100 yards from the hotel and all bus journeys are 1 dirham within the city – a great way to see the city and chat with locals. Everyone we met was very friendly and keen to help. One point to note, however, is that seating on the buses is ‘segregated’ – only men are allowed to sit in the back half of the bus. Taxis are cheap - approx 7 dirhams from Al Manzel to Al Marina.

We would definitely stay at Al Manzel again and highly recommend it to anyone.

Nice large rooms with full equipped kitchen. We took the 1 Deluxe bedroom and really glad the sofa turns into a sofa bed so our 2 little children could sleep comfortably there. Nice location though It's a little pricey.