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Raffles Dubai vs Atlantis The Palm
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Raffles Dubai ranks significantly better than Atlantis, The Palm. Raffles Dubai is ranked #2 in Dubai with accolades from 13 reviews including Concierge, Oyster and Condé Nast Traveler.
Raffles Dubai
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
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Sheikh Rashid Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $327 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This pyramid-shape luxury property is attached to Wafi City shopping mall and merges Asian style with an Egyptian aesthetic."
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Concierge
"The external kitsch conceals some of Dubai's largest, most stylish hotel rooms, all 248 loftlike in feel with oversized terrace balconies."
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When to go: November through March, to avoid the desert heat.
Fodor's
"The crowning glory of Wafi City's ancient Egyptian design theme, this majestic glass pyramid houses a classy 5-star hotel."
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Insight Guides
"Spectacular hotel housed in a giant pyramid, with a mix of quirky Egyptian theming and cool Asian designs, plus superb facilities including huge gardens, a gorgeous spa and some excellent restaurants and bars."
DK Eyewitness
"The Middle East’s first Raffles combines warmth and luxury with impeccable service."
Atlantis The Palm
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
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Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $251 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"Although it's terribly expensive... the Atlantis is a fantasy for children and families, with water activities in every direction."
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DK Eyewitness
"Located at the top of the Palm Jumeirah this vast complex has a wide choice of rooms, most with views over the gulf."
Rough Guide
"This vast new mega-resort... is one of the most spectacular places to stay in Dubai, and literally has everything."
Star Service
"Billed as the first entertainment-integrated resort, the Atlantis aims at redefining tourism, a goal visible upon entrance."
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Travel + Leisure
"The 114-acre Atlantis Dubai is, like the Atlantis Bahamas, an oversize extravaganza."
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