Eastern Mangroves Hotel and Spa by Anantara opens Royal Mangroves Residence

The opening ceremony took place in the presence of tourism officials, high profile Middle Eastern executives, government stakeholders Haneen Al Daoud General manager of Hotels and restuarants website , manager of Iris Media in Abu Dhabi, and representatives from the media.

Situated on the top two floors of the hotel which is located along a 1.2 km stretch of protected mangrove reserves, the Royal Mangroves Residence is the most opulent of the hotel's accommodation with uninterrupted views over the mangroves and the city, and is ideally suited to dignitaries, celebrities and VIPs seeking the ultimate in luxury and exclusivity.

The palatial Royal Mangroves Residence offers elegance unlike any other hotel accommodation in Abu Dhabi, comprising up to 2,455 square metres of duplex living space, making it the largest suite in Abu Dhabi, and the only versatile suite with altering sizes from three to ten king sized en-suite bedrooms depending on the guest's needs, with balconies complementing throughout and interconnecting rooms and connecting doors from the corridors.

Experience the height of luxury in this apartment-style abode. After a long day, treat yourself to a dip in the private infinity pool or a drink at the private swim up pool bar, followed by star gazing in the suite's rooftop garden. Fitted with all the amenities necessary for a modern life, the Royal Mangroves Residence is a personal sanctuary and the ultimate Abu Dhabi experience.

Combining stylish comfort with natural beauty, Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa blends Anantara Thai hospitality with traditional Arabic culture and warmth, to offer each guest a memorable destination experience. The facilities are second to none, designed with modern flair and elegance, outfitted with the latest in modern technology, including in-room entertainment systems and complimentary WiFi. The modern architecture blends unique elements of Arabic design evident in mashrabiyas, intricate mosaics, solid timber and trellis work. Subtle and elegant touches of 18-carat gold are also used throughout the residence adding to the luxurious atmosphere.

The Royal Mangroves Residence offers a lavish intimate feel promising the finest five star services. The suite comes equipped with its own rooftop terrace garden and lawned sundecks overlooking the mangroves, a 60sqm swimming pool with a swim-up pool bar and a BBQ entertainment area, catering to a quintessential lifestyle. The residence, which enjoys its own private entrance and dedicated lift for ultimate privacy also features a separate living area, study, kitchenette, a common lounge area, a walk-in closet, butler's pantry, rain showers and oversized free-standing terrazzo bathtubs with panoramic views of the mangroves and an entertainment system spanning 2 floors.

Guests of the Royal Mangroves Residence also have exclusive access to the executive lounge, Kasara, a limousine service with WiFi, private chef, mixologist, 24/7 butler and a massage and beauty therapist during their stay.

"The Royal Mangroves Residence personifies true Anantara luxury. The inauguration of this suite was intentionally planned to be a separate launch from the recent hotel opening, bringing our inventory to 222-rooms. We wanted the news to stand out for such an exclusive product, which is the jewel to Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa crown and also a very new addition to the opulent hospitality market in the Middle East," commented Nehme Darwiche, Hotel Manager of Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara.

Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa is conveniently situated 20 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport, seven minutes from Al Bateen Executive Airport and 10 minutes from key business centres such as downtown Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company (ADNEC).

Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa is Anantara's third property in the UAE, joining the award-winning Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, which is located in the legendary Liwa Desert in the Empty Quarter, and Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara on Sir Bani Yas Island, all developed by Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC).