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The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai vs Hilton Dubai Jumeirah

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai and Hilton Dubai Jumeirah are both endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hilton Dubai Jumeirah. The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai comes in at #11 in Dubai with approval from 11 publications including Concierge, DK Eyewitness and Gayot.

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."
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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."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"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
Star Service Star Service
"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.
Gayot Gayot
"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."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"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
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"In a metropolis well versed in excess, Dubai’s Ritz-Carlton delivers luxury with elegant restraint." Full review
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Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
7 / 10
Jumeirah Beach Road, PO Box 2431, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $204 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This Hilton (not to be confused with the Hilton Dubai Creek) enjoys one of the best beachfront locations in Dubai." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"An ancient hotel by Dubai standards, this resort was located in what was once considered Jumeirah Beach but is now part of the elaborate Dubai Marina."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Right on the popular The Walk at JBR, the Hilton remains a solid choice for a family vacation." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This glitzy Hilton boasts lots of shiny metal and an air of cosmopolitan chic – it’s more of a city-slicker’s beach bolthole than family seaside resort."
Time Out Time Out
"Step out of the hotel and you’ll be on the popular Jumeirah Beach Residence Walk and have access to hundreds of cafés and shops." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Within walking distance of the neighboring Ritz-Carlton and Sheraton, this medium-sized hotel has little pizzazz, but it possesses all the necessary creature comforts to make it a popular base." Full review