A distinctive curved, wave-inspired building on the Grand Canal, sitting almost directly across from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Bab Al Bahr translates roughly to “gate of the sea,” and the building's sweeping, wave-like architecture makes it one of the more visually striking hotels in the city — particularly from mosque-facing rooms, which offer an almost postcard view of the domes across the water.
Its location makes it one of the most convenient bases for an early-morning mosque visit before the tour groups arrive.
