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Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai and Raffles Dubai are both endorsed by experts. On balance, Raffles Dubai scores significantly higher than Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai. Raffles Dubai scores 94 with recommendations from 13 publications like Insight Guides, DK Eyewitness and Concierge.
Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai
Sheikh Zayed Rd, PO Box 9544, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $37/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's
"If you are looking for a clean budget room backed by an international hotel chain, this property is a great choice."
Insight Guides
"This simple but comfortable four-star is perhaps the best-value hotel in the city, although rooms can get booked up quickly if there is a big event on at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre next door."
DK Eyewitness
"One of Dubai’s best bargains, the Ibis offers small, clean and stylish rooms."
Time Out
"The ever-popular Ibis is a fuss-free affair; there’s no pool and facilities are minimal, but the hotel has invested its time and energy into the fundamentals." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Great for travellers who want a no-frills base in Dubai." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Of several Dubai branches of this good-value chain, this one near the World Trade Centre is the most central." Full review
Raffles Dubai 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