Traveling to Abu Dhabi when you or a companion is physically challenged is made more convenient by readily available amenities that cater to such unique needs. Many tourist destinations in Abu Dhabi provide wheelchair access and free wheelchair services on their sites. All the entrances and exits at the Al Ain Museum and the Cultural Foundation are fitted with a ramp where wheelchairs can freely pass through allowing physically challenged visitors access to the exhibit galleries and other areas. The physically challenged may also use the lift to move from one floor to another.
Entrances and exits at the Abu Dhabi Mall and Marina Mall, amongst others, are likewise fitted with ramps to allow free movement for physically challenged shoppers. They also go one step further by providing free wheelchair services to anyone in need. Visitors just need to drop by at the customer service or information desk and present a valid identification card (e.g employment ID card, passport, etc.) in order to avail of a wheelchair free of charge. All toilets in either mall also provide access to physically challenged guests.
Furthermore nearly all public parking areas as well as those operated by malls and various parks in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain have a special section for the physically challenged.
Below is a list of hotels in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Ruwais that provide wheelchair services to their guests.
Abu Dhabi City
Al Ain Municipality
| Hotel |
Telephone |
Website |
| Al Masa Hotel |
+971 3 7628884 |
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| Mercure Grand Hotel (Jebel Hafeet) |
+971 3 7838888 |
www.mercure.com |
Ruwais
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