www.womanthismonth.com September 2016 54 RITZ-CARLTON BAHRAIN One of the early luxury hotel entrants to the island, The Ritz-Carlton Bahrain proves that old is gold. If you deem a getaway incomplete without the warm ocean lapping at your feet, then this is where you should head. This place is a peaceful haven of luxury in the otherwise busy Seef District. Its inviting surroundings urge you to put your feet up within the lush landscapes and drift miles away from reality – just what a staycation should be. The hotel has an award-winning ladies spa, fine dining par excellence and a high-end shopping arcade as well as a private island and secluded villas. Call 17 580-000. ART ROTANA Nestled within the beautiful Amwaj Islands, all the rooms at this hotel afford stunning ocean views. However, looking inside you are guaranteed to be floored by the contemporary design of the hotel and its plush, modern interiors even before you proceed to your room. The spectacular, high-ceilinged lobby will not fail to impress even the most discerning tastes. Make the most of this tropical wonder by enjoying the exclusive benefits of the Beach Club which offers the best amenities. If you fancy getting your adrenalin pumping, partake in the many water sport or fitness activities on offer, or simply experience the complete bliss of a five-star lifestyle at the spa. Call 16 000-111. SOFITEL ZALLAQ THALASSA SEA & SPA Sitting pretty on the white-sand beach, seemingly at the tip of Bahrain, the sprawling Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is everything your vacation-starved heart yearns for. This five-star luxury property offers guests the only Thalassa Sea and Spa in the GCC. So you know where to head to for ultimate rest and relaxation coupled with the healing properties of seawater. Besides luxurious rooms and panoramic sea views, the hotel has its own private island for you to wander on. With a blend of French art de vivre and warm Bahraini hospitality, you’re bound to come away feeling ‘magnifique’. Call 17 636-363.
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