Coral Dubai Deira HotelvsThe Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
Coral Dubai Deira Hotel and The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai are both praised by expert reviewers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai scores significantly higher than Coral Dubai Deira Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai comes in at #11 in Dubai with recommendations from 9 publications including Frommer's, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
Coral Dubai Deira Hotel
 Frommer's
 Time Out
 Oyster
 Lonely Planet
Al Muraqabat Street, PO Box 82999, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $34/night
- Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "One of the city's least expensive four-star hotels... the Coral Deira is less expensive than comparable hotels because of its location and no-alcohol policy." Full review
 "A short drive from the airport, it dominates Muraqqabat Street and is one of only two five star hotels in Dubai that doesn’t serve alcohol (the Taj Palace being the other)." Full review
 Upper-middle-range
 "This 147-room upper-middle-range hotel is reasonably well-kept... the rooftop pool is large and has great views." Full review
 Top Choice
 "In a handy location near some of Deira's best budget restaurants, the Coral hides considerable comforts behind its business demeanor." Full review
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
 Frommer's
 Concierge
 Fodor's
 DK Eyewitness
 Rough Guide
 Condé Nast Traveler
 Star Service
 Gayot
 Travel + Leisure
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Jumeirah Beach Residence, JBR, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $436/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 
 "Service here is superb - they even have a technology butler who can attend to any of your IT problems." Full review
 "While the Dubai Marina's huge yellow skyscrapers now dwarf this hotel, it still manages to feel like a calm, private retreat." 
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Make sure you don't miss the excellent afternoon tea.
 "This hotel's international reputation for high quality and exquisite service continue at its beachfront property in Dubai." Full review
 "This sumptuous hotel lives up to the reputation of this renowned chain, with lots of marble, chandeliers, Persian carpets and fresh flowers everywhere." 
 "Set in a low-rise, Tuscan-style ochre building this very stylish establishment is one of the classiest and most expensive in the city." 
 "Modeled on a low-rise Mediterranean villa with extensive gardens, this 14-year-old resort in the Dubai Marina also displays Islamic design elements." Full review
 "The first luxury resort on Jumeirah Beach, the Ritz-Carlton now sits amid booming development of the Dubai Marina complex." Full review
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Unfortunately, the renovations have thrown off the staff a bit, causing several to miss or even ignore special requests.
 "Located in the heart of the new Dubai Marina and directly on a white sand beach, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai is a great way to experience this cosmopolitan city." 
 "A bit of traditional amidst the glitz and glamour of Dubai, the Mediterranean-themed Ritz-Carlton has 138 guest rooms and suites overlooking the Arabian Gulf in the Dubai Marina district." Full review
9.0
 "In a metropolis well versed in excess, Dubai’s Ritz-Carlton delivers luxury with elegant restraint." Full review