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Raffles Dubai vs The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai

Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Raffles Dubai ranks significantly better than The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai. Raffles Dubai comes in at 94 with praise from 13 reviews like Jetsetter, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.

Raffles Dubai
Raffles Dubai
8 / 10
Sheikh Rashid Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $327 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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 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 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 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 DK Eyewitness
"The Middle East’s first Raffles combines warmth and luxury with impeccable service."
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The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
8 / 10
Jumeirah Beach Residence, JBR, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $436 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Service here is superb - they even have a technology butler who can attend to any of your IT problems." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"While the Dubai Marina's huge yellow skyscrapers now dwarf this hotel, it still manages to feel like a calm, private retreat."
i
Make sure you don't miss the excellent afternoon tea.
Fodor's Fodor's
"This hotel's international reputation for high quality and exquisite service continue at its beachfront property in Dubai." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This sumptuous hotel lives up to the reputation of this renowned chain, with lots of marble, chandeliers, Persian carpets and fresh flowers everywhere."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Set in a low-rise, Tuscan-style ochre building this very stylish establishment is one of the classiest and most expensive in the city."
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