Capital Governorate is the heart of Bahrain: Manama's old souq and Bab Al Bahrain, the National Museum and Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the Adliya dining district and the waterfront towers of Bahrain Bay sit within a short taxi ride of each other.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay
Five-star hotel on a private island in Bahrain Bay with a spa, private beach, marina and restaurants including CUT by Wolfgang Puck. Telephone +973 1711 5000.
The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain
Five-star beachfront resort in Seef with the Ritz-Carlton Spa and a Royal Beach Club for guests and members. Telephone +973 1758 0000.
Gulf Hotel Bahrain Convention and Spa
Long-established five-star hotel in Adliya with a spa, hammam and the Indian fine-dining restaurant Rasoi by Vineet. Telephone +973 1771 3000.
The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence and Spa
Five-star hotel in the Diplomatic Area with a spa, residence apartments and several restaurants. Telephone +973 1753 1666.
Sheraton Bahrain Hotel
Five-star hotel in central Manama near the Diplomatic Area. Telephone +973 1753 3533.
Downtown Rotana
Five-star hotel on Government Avenue within walking distance of Bab Al Bahrain. Telephone +973 1311 9999.
Novotel Al Dana Resort
Beachfront resort hotel on Shaikh Hamad Causeway, about five minutes by car from the airport. Telephone +973 1729 8008.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
CUT by Wolfgang Puck
Steakhouse at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay with skyline views; reserve through the hotel on +973 1711 5000.
re/Asian
Modern Asian restaurant by Wolfgang Puck at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay; reserve through the hotel on +973 1711 5000.
Rasoi by Vineet
Fine-dining Indian restaurant by chef Vineet Bhatia inside Gulf Hotel Bahrain; reserve through the hotel on +973 1771 3000.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Spa day at Four Seasons Bahrain Bay
Spa facilities open 5:30 am to 11:00 pm and treatments 10:00 am to 10:00 pm daily; guests of members pay BHD 25 (~$67) per adult. Membership line +973 1711 5045.
Ritz-Carlton Spa summer ritual
60-minute Nourished Glow or Marine ritual at the Ritz-Carlton Spa; book on +973 1758 6808.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bahrain
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay
Gulf Hotel Spa
Diplomat Spa
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Option
- Airport taxi to central Manama: roughly BHD 6-10 (~$16-27); agree the fare before getting in or use Uber or Careem
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- Uber and Careem ride-hailing across Manama, Seef and Juffair
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- Hotel-arranged private car or airport transfer: phone the hotel on its main number before arrival
- Option
- Rental cars are available at Bahrain International Airport; Manama's roads are well signed