featured SpaceS Etihad towErs obsErvation dEck at 300 The skyscraper viewing platform and afternoon tea have become essential features of a visit to any modern city, but few venues combine them into a luxury experience. Perched 300 metres above the Corniche, the Etihad Towers Observation Deck at 300 sits atop the most exclusive hotel in Abu Dhabi and offers unique views of a city that is changing day by day. There’s no fighting for crowded views: this is a first-class experience of cool, wood-panelled ambience, whether you’re relaxing in leather seats with a snack or strolling the marble floors to take in the full range of views. Tall panoramic windows overlook the Corniche Beach to the east, the marina and Arabian Gulf to the north, and the fabulous Presidential Palace to the west, where you can watch the sun set. You’re of course welcome for morning coffee, with premium single estate roasts including a soft, sweet high-grown Colombia Excelso Arabica, lively Tarrazu Arabica from Costa Rica. The light Ethiopian Mocha is delicate with floral aromas and hints of apricot, while if you’re seeking a full-bodied flavour, the Sumatran Mandheling will deliver an exceptionally long finish with its woody tones.
Words: faye rowe
If you have more time to enjoy the views, Senior Executive Sous Chef Oliver Jackson has created a unique menu of light salads, sandwiches and French mini pastries to nibble alongside the hotel’s exclusive range of teas. The TWG Tea Grand Crus Prestige blends hail from Japan, South Africa, China, Ceylon and Morocco, with exclusive blends boasting evocative titles to match their flavours, such as Alexandria, Silver Moon, White House, Maharajah Darjeeling, Five O’clock, Lemon Bush and 1837 Black Tea. It will be worth returning simply to enjoy them all.
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Observation Deck at 300 entry costs Dhs175 and is open from 10am to 6pm daily, with High Tea served from 2pm to 5pm. Refreshments begin from Dhs35, with tea and coffee from Dhs28. To book call +971 2 811 5666 or email jadrestaurants@jumeirah.com