,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(55.139935,25.110882)/55.23014098405838,25.169414969663375,9.844869120464404/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
Raffles Dubai vs Fairmont The Palm
Both properties are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Raffles Dubai scores significantly better than Fairmont The Palm, Dubai. Raffles Dubai comes in at 94 with recommendations from 13 sources such as Star Service, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.
Raffles Dubai
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Show All Reviews
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."
Full review
Concierge
"The external kitsch conceals some of Dubai's largest, most stylish hotel rooms, all 248 loftlike in feel with oversized terrace balconies."
i
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."
Full review
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."
Fairmont The Palm
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Star Service
Oyster
Show All Reviews
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai 72413, United Arab Emirates
From $214 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides
"Having opened in style, with a launch party that saw Hollywood’s A-listers walk down the red carpet, this popular theme resort houses 1,373 lavish guest rooms and 166 suites."
Lonely Planet
"Think twice before spending your money here."
Time Out
"There’s a colourful 3,000-piece glass sculpture in the lobby and the hotel has a unique, nautical-themed decor."
Full review
Star Service
"Still, the Fairmont benefits from a solid mix of European and regional guests that flock to its recreational facilities and numerous dining outlets."
Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Offers a genuine taste of high-class Dubai -- with the premium price tag to match."
Full review
