When al fresco staycation season properly kicks into gear, there is no better region than the Middle East to make the most of it in, whether you’re a beach-goer, nature-lover or more of an urbanite, there’s something for you under these sun-kissed skies. Those that eschew sand for a city escape, point your feet towards The Abu Dhabi EDITION, the capital’s chicest, contemporary hotel that redefines the codes of traditional luxury. Nestled inland in the downtown district, on the beautiful waterfront of Al Bateen Marina, the hotel has a gentle air of secrecy and exclusivity about it, yet with a comforting sense of ‘arriving home’. Its lobby gives off all sorts of warm, cosy, contemporary vibes, with dark woods and muted soft furnishings all brought to life by oodles of foliage and a striking skylight over the atrium that allows the light to flood in from sunrise to sunset. At night, the lobby fills with candles for a more soothing ambience.

The hotel’s 198 guest rooms are similarly designed – sophisticated, pared back luxury with a calming, neutral colour palette. The grey oak timber flooring’s herringbone pattern takes inspiration from local basket weaving techniques, contrasting with the off-white marble which envelops the bathrooms. The walls are adorned with beautiful wood panelling, and photography by Brett Weston, while scintillating views of the Marina are framed by elegant off-white drapery. Everything just as it should be to create the most serene of home-away-from-home stay.

Speaking of which, this month The Abu Dhabi EDITION has launched the Ultimate Escape package to allow guests to experience all that the hotel has to offer. You’ll begin your two-night stay with early check-in into the Royal Penthouse, which includes not one but two swimming pools, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Throughout your stay, you’ll also be able to enjoy a customised massage and a blowdry at the Rossano Ferretti Hair Spa at EDITION Spa; a gin experience in the Royal Penthouse brought to you by the hotel’s master mixologist; a dinner and sommelier experience at the award-winning Oak Room, with a four-course tasting menu created by superstar chef Tom Aikens; after-dinner drinks at Library Bar; breakfast each day at Market at EDITION; and a leisurely afternoon of dining with the Saturday Spritz at Alba Terrace – the best of brunch and lunch in classic Mediterranean style.

A weekend away at The Abu Dhabi EDITION wouldn’t be complete without an experience at Annex, the hotel’s multi-level social space. Here, you can personalise a playlist with the help of Annex’s resident DJ, followed by an unforgettable party with a private VIP table. Oh, and don’t worry, The Abu Dhabi EDITION as got you covered with late check-out, so you can blow away any cobwebs with a lazy day spent around the pool before you leave.