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F or even long-standing fans of Mandarin Oriental who may have stayed at the Hyde Park before, it is absolutely worth another visit. The iternationally renowned designer, Joyce Wang, has overseen a spectacular redesign of the rooms, suites and public areas, taking inspiration from the hotel’s royal heritage and peaceful parkside location, as well as the glamour of the early 20th century’s Golden Age of travel. Light and contemporary, the guest rooms and suites are uniquely designed and individual in layout, overlooking tranquil Hyde Park, vibrant Knightsbridge or the beautiful inner courtyard. Reflecting the hotel’s peaceful parkside location, each room and suite is decorated with carefully curated artworks and custom-designed furniture, creating a warm and inviting environment. Bespoke Fromental wallpaper, horsehair light sconces, gloss painted patterns that reference the carriage paths through Hyde Park, striking gold and crackled glass custom-made acorn chandeliers and Volakas marble bathrooms are also part of the new design. Many rooms and suites feature private terraces and balconies. Two entirely new, stunning and interconnected Penthouse Suites offer unobstructed views of Hyde Park. They feature large bedrooms with luxurious upholstery and exotic marble table-tops leading into incredible master bathrooms. The Penthouse Suites enjoy private terraces extending from the bedrooms to the living areas. Simply Abu Dhabi | 143