| 2011 |
| Category | Award / Organisation name |
| Middle East's Leading Exhibition Centre | World Travel Awards - Middle East |
| Recognition for ADNEC's role in "supporting and enhancing the national economy" | UAE Ministry of Economy |
| Best International Venue | Exhibition News Awards |
| Outstanding contribution to sustainability | Middle East Events Award |
| Best International Venue | AEO Excellence Awards |
| Best Commercial / Mixed Use Project - Capital Gate | Cityscape Global Awards |
| Best Overall Project - Capital Gate | Cityscape Global Awards |
| World's Leading Meetings & Conference Centre | World Travel Awards |