Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi UAE

So after more than 2 years of planning to book a tour and not a stay, it finally happened a week ago. I have heard so much about this hotel that expectations became so high only to realize it wasn't as grand as described. Ok, before you raise that eyebrow, yes it was capital AMAZING inside out; it was just when stories and a crazy imagination go too far.hahaha.

Emirates Palace is the only other 7-star hotel in the world aside from the famous Burj al Arab in Dubai. Owned and managed by Kempinski, the hotel opened, oh God, I wasn't listening to our tour guide.lol. And don't expect me to give you further details. Let us just say they are not that interesting.hehe.

Tours are available everyday except Fridays. Costs 100 AED and needs to be booked(02 6907108)

Ground and outside shots

The tour is just on the "palace", which is this picture. Wings are not included. It's in 3 parts: the auditorium, the ballroom, and the room.

token for the ladies

and then my camera's biggest nightmare- dim light.
On the way to the auditorium. I love how high the ceilings are. The floor on this area and almost all parts of the hotel is carpeted

the auditorium

the ballroom

  empty.

if i heard our Chinese accent tour guide right, this is the heaviest chandelier in the world? Imagine it falling on me.LOL

I hate that this hotel does not have a centerpiece.

  the ceiling is 24 karat gold

 all floors look the same and if you are not careful, you will lose yor way. This is on the 7th floor

only the palace suites are allowed to be viewed, and yes, i know what's on your mind looking at this picture. i forgot to ask him that.:)

 This is the Palace Suite:a private elevator, 3 bedrooms, a dining room, and a living room

half bath

the bathroom of the smaller room

all products are by Amouage, oh, Arabic luxury.

the small room

living room

dining room

the master's bedroom

a rather disappointing small walk-in closet. I don't think Carrie Bradshaw was happy staying here in the movie,lol

but I love floor length mirrors

 the bathroom

and talk about a room with a view.

room rates. can i just stay on the baby cot?hahaha

 Raf Simons x Linda farrow sunnies, H &M necklace, Zara shirt(i don't think it's visible), Balenciaga sweater,  Marc by Marc Jacobs pouch, Zara pants, Marc Jacobs sneakers.