Brunch with Battutah
Emirates Palace Hotel - Abu Dhabi
Posted by Michael Skorulski (Cigel, Slovakia) on 10 August 2008 in Architecture and Portfolio.
One of the few 7-star hotels in the world, the Emirates Place Hotel cost $1-billion to build. This is the most ever spent on a single hotel construction.
Marion from Nanaimo, BC, Canada
The picture is lovely and I am so happy that they have spent our oil dollars well. I recently watched a power point presentation on the buildings and construction that is going on in Dhabi. Unbelieveable.
10 Aug 2008 5:37am
@Marion: I agree. Thank you, Marion. They have some fantastic buildings.
Calusarus from St Sorlin en Valloire, France
Interesting framing for this architectural shot…
10 Aug 2008 6:24am
@Calusarus: Thank you, Calusarus.
Steve Rice from Olympia, United States
I like all the crisp detail in this image. The trees and water add lots of interest as do the people.
10 Aug 2008 7:14am
@Steve Rice: thank you, Steve. i appreciate that.
saeed from ahwaz, Iran
beautiful hotel indeed! and great shot from this beautiful hotel! and really agree with Marion! Oil dollars can do anything!!
10 Aug 2008 7:18am
@saeed: I agree. thank you, Saeed.
@Cia: Thank you, Cia.
@Veronelle: Thank you, Veronelle.
Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada
The structure alone is wonderful but with the added touches of water fountains, palm trees and artistic accessories, is certainly looks idylic...like others I wonder, how many people could be fed...I love a photo that awes me and makes me thing!
10 Aug 2008 11:08am
@Lorraine: This is the land of conspicuous wealth. And Flaunting it very usual. Glad you found it thought-provoking. Many thanks, Lorraine. By the way, the hotel serves a very enjoyable lunch buffet. At excellent value. I loved the chocolate fountain.
Evelyne Dubos from Le Mans, France
Magnifique architecture bien sur. J'imagine la décoration intérieure... et le prix des chambres !!! Mais tant de luxe me gêne un peu quand même quand on pense à toute la pauvreté dans le monde, est-ce que tout cet argent dépensé ne pourrait pas contribuer à la résorber un peu ???
10 Aug 2008 11:32am
@Evelyne Dubos: Votre idée est très bonne. Merci, Evelyne.
Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada
They have a chocolate fountain? Gosh how fickle the human soul as i suddenly think 'OH man, totally worth the money!' ;)
10 Aug 2008 11:49am
@Lorraine: Just dipping goodies into the oozing Belgium chocolate was a memorable experience.
@Rags: Thank you, Rags.
@Alun Lambert: Thank you, Alun.
Magda from Vancouver, Canada
Wow! What's an amazing place! Beautiful colour and clarity. I like the angle... nice composition.
10 Aug 2008 4:50pm
@Magda: Thank you so much, Magda.
Observing from West Cheshire, United Kingdom
It is indeed a palace, no need to ask what the rooms cost :-( Lovely shot Michael, super sharp and very well framed with the palms and fountains.
10 Aug 2008 5:17pm
@Observing: Thanks, Mike. The cheapest room is $600 a night and the most expensive suite $13,600 a night.
Judy from Brooksville-Florida,, United States
What a beautiful place - a gorgeous photo, but you really had me doing some searching before I commented.
The hotel site offers wonderful photos and if I've converted it correctly, we could have a room for two for 'only' about $380 US/night. ;D ... Granted, the Palace Suite might be just a 'tad' more. <grin>
Thanks for sharing this bit of opulence!
10 Aug 2008 5:32pm
Judy from Brooksville-Florida,, United States
Gee... I hadn't read your reply to Mike before writing - I guess my conversion was incorrect!!!
10 Aug 2008 5:35pm
@Judy: Thanks for commenting, Judy. Actually my prices are about a year old. It is possible the prices have gone down.
Marcie from United States
WOW! What a spectacular and elegant 'palace'. Well captured!!!
10 Aug 2008 5:43pm
@Marcie: Thank you very much, Marcie.
sherri from Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Very impressive capture. It's quite a structure. Call me silly, but I love all the fountains:-)
10 Aug 2008 6:36pm
@sherri: I really like the fountains too and there are many more not shown. Thanks, Sherri.
Tracey from White Hall, United States
It looks like it! Wonderful capture of this magnificent building. Thanks for sharing it with us!
10 Aug 2008 7:20pm
@Tracey: A pleasure. thank you, Tracey.
dj.tigersprout from San Bruno, United States
some people really have it all -- i can't imagine the luxury -- thank goodness i don't need it, i would be broke as could be! ;) just give me a hostel and a good camera! :) great shot of this amazing place -- that sky looks heavenly, but i imagine it is blazing hot!
10 Aug 2008 7:37pm
@dj.tigersprout: Hovering around 40 degree C. Thank you, Jaycee.
Helma from Tehran, Iran
wow .. very beautiful and colorful shot ! nice view and angle too .. excellent !
10 Aug 2008 7:52pm
@Helma: Thank you, Helma.
MadScientist from Düsseldorf, Germany
I guess 'palace' is the correct description for this building! Looks like great holidays!
10 Aug 2008 8:07pm
@MadScientist: Yes, a good place for a holiday. thank you, MS.
@Ondro: Thank you, Ondro.
Gary from Cochise County, United States
Well done. I love the fountains in the foreground. I hope you got to hang out there for a while.
10 Aug 2008 9:19pm
@Gary: I had lunch there which was a memorable experience. thank you, Gary.
Rui from Leiria, Portugal
Very well. The colors are magnificent. Good work Michael
10 Aug 2008 10:15pm
@Rui: many thanks, Rui.
@Zygene: Merci, Zygene.
Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan
The building and settting are a gorgeous achievement for architects and landscapers! I saw several shots of that fountain on the right and found it extremely relaxing!!!The colour of the building is eaxctly the colour of the desert! But......do we need a 7-star hotel?
12 Aug 2008 1:38pm
@Japanalia: Abu Dhabi has one because Dubai has one. national prestige. thanks, Gabriela.
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