Moevenpick Hotel Bahrain

Location. Moevenpick Hotel Bahrain is located 10 kilometres from the city of Manama, opposite Bahrain International Airport, overlooking a lagoon.

Hotel Features. This six-storey hotel features futuristic architecture reminiscent of the pyramids. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can offer currency exchange, concierge services and the use of a safe-deposit box. The public areas have wireless Internet access and complimentary parking is available nearby.

Silks Restaurant serves Asian and Middle Eastern specialities in a contemporary setting with Arabic styling and features show cooking. The Gallery is set in the atrium lobby overlooking the lagoon and serves light meals. The Flamingo Bar has live music and the poolside bar features a barbecue on Thursdays.

The hotel has a business centre, and meeting and conference facilities are available.

There is an outdoor pool with a sun terrace, sunbeds and loungers. Two floodlit outdoor tennis courts are available and there is fitness equipment. Massage treatments, foot reflexology and aromatherapy are all available.

Guestrooms. The 106 guestrooms have muted decor and modern furnishings in a traditional style. All are equipped with satellite television, air conditioning and wireless Internet access. Other standard amenities include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Expert Tip. Visit the Bab el-Bahrain Souk for a taste of life in Bahrain; it sells everything from gold jewellery to plastic buckets. Bargains are available for those with the stamina to haggle.