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Dubai Marine Beach Resort & SpavsRaffles Dubai
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Raffles Dubai ranks significantly better than Dubai Marine Beach Resort and Spa. Raffles Dubai is ranked #2 in Dubai with recommendations from 12 sources like Insight Guides, The Telegraph and oyster.com.
Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Jumierah Beach Road, PO Box 5182, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $147/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "This holiday village of two-story whitewashed Andalucian-style buildings is an interesting contrast to the high-rise blocks and mega-resorts dominating the emirate."
Rough Guide "This attractive resort is best known for its superb array of bars and restaurants – a major draw for most visitors."
Oyster Upscale
"This upscale resort is made up of 33 low-rise villas... it has a private beach, which is surrounded by the hotel's myriad of restaurants, bars, and night clubs." Full review
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Guests can choose from three pools surrounded by lush greenery, including a kids' pool.
Lonely Planet "You'll sleep well at this compact beachside resort, with villas set among pools and tropical gardens; it's within earshot of the waves." Full review
Raffles Dubai
Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler Oyster
Travel + Leisure 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."
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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." 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."
Rough Guide "Rivalling the Park Hyatt for the title of Dubai’s finest city-centre hotel, the spectacular new Raffles takes its cue from the Egyptian theme of the Wafi complex next door."
Star Service "The unique design approach incorporates the Earth's various moods of wind, fire, earth and water, which, if guests watch closely, are clearly apparent throughout the property. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The external kitsch conceals some of Dubai’s largest, most stylish hotel rooms, all 248 loftlike in feel with oversized terrace balconies." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"Spacious, light-filled interiors are sumptuous yet understated, tastefully displaying a blend of Middle Eastern and Asian design influences." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Inspired by ancient Egyptian architecture, the pyramid-shaped Raffles Dubai houses 248 luxury guest rooms and rises 19 stories above the city." Full review
