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Danat Al Ain

Hello Lovelies,

It’s my first time in Al Ain and I feel I can write a post just about Al Ain. The emirate is so beautiful with lush green trees at every roundabout and giving off an old world charm with two storied houses. Either I missed the buidlings, or there were none. The quiet and serene roads of Al Ain that lead us to Danat Al Ain made us excited and we looked forward to staying in Danat Al Ain.

If you have been following me on social media, you may have noticed that most of my weekend getaways are with Danat, and there is a reason for the same. Danat – as a property is breathtakingly alluring, but what is even more incredible is the staff. The staff at the Danat properties I have visited have been extremely kind, composed and ever ready to help with a smile. So if you are looking for a relaxing experience without any hassles, Danat is your best bet.

Danat Al Ain, was not an exception in terms of its wonderful staff. Right from valet to reception, from room service to restaurants – the staff was ensuring that all their patrons were comfortable and looked after.


Danat Al Ain Resort. Located in Al Ain, the famous ‘Garden City of the Gulf’ is a haven of peace and tranquility. The resort is a 75-minute drive from Dubai. Nestled in lush green, beautiful gardens, the resort is home to 3 swimming pools, tennis and squash courts, fitness centre and spa.


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We reached Danat Al Ain within 2 hours (owing to a few pit- stops). We reached Danat, in the evening and were given an upgrade to the Deluxe Oasis room that overlooked the pool.

We arrived at Danat Al Ain to discover a large hotel that appears to be brand new, despite that fact that it opened over two decade ago. Passing the main entrance, Guests arrive in the impressive lobby that has strong Arab influence and merges to a more modern interior as we move further from the lobby.


Hotel Images


Hotel Images

As soon as we walked in our luggage was taken care of. We checked in to our room and were surprised to see that our luggage was already sent to our room. The Deluxe Oasis was cozy with a double bed, fluffy pillows and plenty of natural lighting from the large window if you were to draw the heavy curtains that did make the room super cozy and dark. It had a small comfortable seating area, wardrobe and all the modcons like iron board etc. I liked the use of a soft, warm color palette of beige and browns, and wood furniture.












All the rooms have a private balcony with views of the garden, swimming pools and Jebel Hafeet Mountains. We had the pool view, and it was beautiful. It was lovely waking up to the chirping of the birds and the lovely faint music that played every day.


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Post checking in we went to have our dinner which was arranged at Tanjore. (Click for full review). Tanjore is an amazing restaurant which serves delectable Indian cuisine.

Post a sumptuous dinner at Tanjore, we headed to Oasis to unwind over sheesha and music. Oasis is an open air café near the swimming pool that offers sheesha, coffee and the likes. It’s a relaxed and comfortable seating arrangement amidst the greens. It had a stage equipped with mics and ambient lights – so we guessed we did miss a live performance. For the sports enthusiasts, they have a projector screen right in middle of the café, so you can enjoy your favorite team in the comfort of nature.


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Hotel Images

We woke up late the next day and headed for breakfast at Arabesque (Click for full review).

Since it was mid-summer, we didn’t venture outdoors and instead headed for a spa session. Cynthia, was the masseuse for my husband and she did a fabulous job with the massage as he was super rejuvenated and relaxed post the session.

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I was given a tour by Norgen, and I loved her energy and enthusiasm when it came to the hotel. Danat Al Ain has 216 rooms all with a private balcony overlooking the pool or Jebel hafeet mountains. Apart from that they also have 22 Mediterranean styled villas with all the modern modcons. It houses 7 meeting rooms, 7 restaurants, beautiful lush never ending garden, 3 swimming pools, Fitness centre, Jacuzzi, steam room, squash and tennis courts, massage centre & outdoor play area.

We then headed over to luce (Click for review) for a late lunch

As the sun sets, the property is covered in beautiful lights – from the garden area to the pool and is such a breathtaking and relaxing view. Danat Al Ain has a magnetic charm to it, you wouldn’t want to leave once you are there. The property, the food, the staff – they all make it seem like the perfect place to unwind.

We loved the Market night that is held at Arabesque (Click for full review) every Thursday night.

The checkout process was as easy as the check in, and we bid adieu to Danat Al Ain.

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I was invited to Danat Al AIn and all views and images are © Urbanmodish, unless stated otherwise. *Images titled Hotel Images have been provided by Danat.

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Luce Italian Restaurant, Danat Al Ain



Luce Ristorante Italiano & Club is well-known for its lively atmosphere, but you’ll be just as impressed with the tantalizing Italian cuisine.









It's a beautiful pub styled restaurant that get's very bust during weekends. The menu served includes bites and easy to eat food and not an elaborate menu as you would rather see in many restaurants. The menu is customized so as to allow it's patrons the luxury of moving around and having their food without any spillovers.







The ambiance is a mix of contemporary and Jazz pub vibes, since the restaurant will be renovated soon, I can;t wait to see how it turns out to be.

As soon as you walk in you cannot ignore the green pillars that adorn the restaurant along with the laid-back wooden paneling, and brick walls in some area. The open kitchen gives a very chilled out vibe to the entire setting with a bar at the end and a stage for live band at the other.

A billiards table stands waiting for the evening to fall and for it's patrons to soak in the ambiance along with some fun, music and food.




Contact:

Luce
Location: Danat Al Ain Resort, Level 3, Al Sarooj, Al Ain
Timings –  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Cost: AED 200 for two
Reserve your table at: 03 7046000

I was invited to Danat Al Ain and all views and images are © Urbanmodish, unless stated otherwise.



Have you been following Danat Al Ain  yet in social media? Like their page on Facebook and give them a follow on Instagram,  Google+ and Twitter  too. Even better get all the details on their website too!


Luce Italian Restaurant - Danat Al Ain Resort Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Arabesque, Danat Al Ain

Danat Al Ain has many wonderful restaurants and Arabesque is one of them. It offers all day dining options. Arabesque is a synthesis of Europe and the Arab world, and is located in the ground level of Danat Al Ain.

The ambiance is open and welcoming with emphasis on Arabic and African cultures in terms of décor, cuisine and presentation.  You can choose from different dining areas, as the restaurant is huge and evenly spaced owing to its light and clear ambiance.







We had the pleasure of dining at Arabesque for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Hence we witnessed Arabesque at its best.

For breakfast they serve International cuisine – with an array of fresh fruits, croissants, cereals, Indian cuisine like dosa and paratha, pan cakes, hash browns, sausage, boiled eggs and a counter for making omelets as per your choice.









Lunch was also an elaborate affair with a fusion of International, Arabic and Indian cuisines. What I loved the most was the pumpkin soup which was full of flavors and I just couldn’t help get a second serving.  Dal makhani made me happy and I had the same with steamed rice and fish.











The Dessert section left you spoilt for choice as it had everything from tarts to mousse, ice cream with different toppings to Arabic sweets to apple pies. We were left dazed and left with tighter pants and sugar loved mind.





Contact:

Location: Danat Al Ain Resort, Level 3, Al Sarooj, Al Ain
Timings –  6:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
                  12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 
                  7:00 p.m.  - 11:30 p.m.
Cost: AED 250 for two
Reserve your table at: 03 7046000


I was invited to Danat Al Ain and all views and images are © Urbanmodish, unless stated otherwise.


Have you been following Danat Al Ain  yet in social media? Like their page on Facebook and give them a follow on Instagram,  Google+ and Twitter  too. Even better get all the details on their website too!



Arabesque - Danat Al Ain Resort Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Arabesque Market Night at Danat Al Ain

If you love seafood and plan on going for dinner at Arabesque, then Thursday’s is your best day. They have a Market night and it’s seafood in abundance. From cooked seafood to raw one’s displayed on a platter for you to select.

There were sushi’s and maki rolls (my fav), and they were just fabulous. I have fallen in love with sushi/maki that is served with cooked meat and I can just keep eating it forever. There were crab and fish meat sushi and maki rolls and I generously topped my plate with it.




The next section was a display of seafood, soups, cold salads and it went on forever. I loved the cold salad’s. Not only were they scrumptious, but they also served as a palate cleanser for me.
There was another section completely dedicated to greens and Arabic food like hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh etc.









The highlight of the market night was ‘the catch’ as I like to call the display. It was a huge display of seafood  - crab, prawns, kingfish, salmon were all laid out for you to select and give the chef for it to be cooked as per your preference.





We waited for the same and ate to our hearts galore. The shrimp wre perfectly cooked and the salmon was perfect. You could taste the lemon juice used to marinate or cook the lobster and it was just juicy and tasty.

We sat for a while post the feast to pamper ourselves with dessert. Dessert was another display  - tarts, crème brulee, cakes, ice cream with different toppings, Arabic semiya, fresh fruits all eagerly called out to those with sweet tooth.

The display and presentation of each section was so beautiful that it pulled us automatically towards it. And it wasn’t just the display the food tasted delectable as well.


A special mention to the staff who were absolutely amazing and ever ready to help – typical of what you can always expect at Danat properties. They were ever ready to assist with your queries and were always around to serve patrons – Perfect example of how hospitality is and should be like.

Contact:

Location: Danat Al Ain Resort, Level 3, Al Sarooj, Al Ain
Timings –  6:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
                  12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 
                  7:00 p.m.  - 11:30 p.m.
Cost: AED 250 for two
Reserve your table at: 03 7046000

I was invited to Danat Al Ain and all views and images are © Urbanmodish, unless stated otherwise.


Have you been following Danat Al Ain  yet in social media? Like their page on Facebook and give them a follow on Instagram,  Google+ and Twitter  too. Even better get all the details on their website too!


Arabesque - Danat Al Ain Resort Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Tanjore, Danat Al Ain


The entrance to Tanjore seems like a magical getaway. It has all the elements that connect it to Northern India in terms of décor and ambience. The door has a rustic old world charm and the moment you notice the restaurant, you seem drawn to it. Tanjore seems to be a different world in itself within Danat Al Ain.







Tanjore manages to create a low-key atmosphere. The moment you walk in you are welcomed with toran’s, which are colorful décor’s that are adorned at the entrance of most North Indian homes. The décor here mixes North India with a hint of Arabic. It’s almost traditional in places, with white walls interspersed with vibrant reds on the chairs, dim lights and colorful wall hangings. There’s some neat alcoves to sit in if you’re after a bit more privacy as well and you can also watch the chefs get busy in the kitchen, as they cook the food behind huge glass windows.

I was in for a surprise when I went through the menu as I was expecting South Indian food, as the name Tanjore is a city in South India. The menu however was a spread of North Indian and Tandoori food.

So we started off with spicy papad served with sweet mango chutney, mint chutney and tamarind sauce.




We tried Murgh Ki Yakhini shorba which was chicken broth flavoured with aromatic herbs and julienne chicken. The shorba is one of the best that I have had. It was refreshing and flavorsome and I just dug in for more.




Later we tried the Tanjore shakahaari kebab which is the chef’s assortment of vegetable kebabs – it included paneer, broccoli, mushroom etc and were succulent and melted in the mouth.




As we were a bit confused on the mains and wanted some non-veg, we were suggested to go for a Non veg kebab platter (husband was all too happy). The platter had fish, chicken and sea food.





Along with the non-veg platter we also had garlic nan and dal makhani. The nan needs a special mention of its own as it was just perfect. The butter was just as required and wasn’t dripping and it made for a good meal with Dal makhani served in a small steel bucket.

We finished our meal with Ras malai. For those who are new to Indian cuisine rasmalai is a must try, It’s cottage cheese dumplings served in saffron infused milk spiked with pistachios. I could just sit there and continue eating the ras malai.




Tanjore is the first Indian restauarnat in Al Ain and is over 27 years old. The quality of food and service is unmatched. Service is impeccable and prompt and you leave pampered and spoilt.

Contact:

Location: Danat Al Ain Resort, Level 3, Al Sarooj, Al Ain
Timings –  12:30 PM to 3 PM, 7 PM to 11 PM
Cost: AED 250 for two
Reserve your table at: 03 7046000


I was invited to Danat Al Ain and all views and images are © Urbanmodish, unless stated otherwise.

Have you been following Danat Al Ain  yet in social media? Like their page on Facebook and give them a follow on Instagram,  Google+ and Twitter  too. Even better get all the details on their website too!


Tanjore - Danat Al Ain Resort Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato