The hotel is located directly at the waterfront.The large rooms are well furnished, some with views over the pool and some over the sea. Decoration is neutral and very tasteful. The marbled bathrooms are in excellent condition, as are the bedrooms.The main restaurant is very large and well appointed in a classic style and serves an excellent selection of predominantly international cuisine, with some local specialities and arabic dishes.The property is a medium-rise building, set back from the road and directly at the beach with a modern architecture and interesting features.The reception and lobby areas are very large, with wide columns and marbled floors. Furnishing is classic in style and very elegant.This is a luxury hotel, with good facilities in an ideal situation. It is recommended for all markets. 10/08With effect from 01st November 2012, hotels smoking policy will prohibit smoking in all indoor restaurants. Smoking will be permitted only in specific and designated locations including outdoor areas. Hotel was previously known as - INTERCONTINENTAL ABU SOMA