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Raffles DubaivsJumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Raffles Dubai scores significantly higher than Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf at Madinat Jumeirah. Raffles Dubai scores 94 with praise from 13 reviews like Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Star Service.
Raffles Dubai
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
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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
Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf Fodor's Travel + Leisure Rough Guide
Time Out Star Service
The Telegraph Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
Al Sufouh Road, Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai 75157, United Arab Emirates
From $2,359/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Like the summer houses preferred by the Arabian sheikhs, Dar Al Masyaf offers an intimate hideaway for those who want to be secluded." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Some of the most exclusive accommodations at the Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dar Al Masyaf is composed of 29 two-story summer houses containing a total of 283 guest rooms and suites." Full review
Rough Guide "A more intimate alternative to the Madinat Jumeirah’s big two hotels, Dar al Masyaf consists of a chain of modest, low-rise villa-style buildings scattered around the edges of the Madinat complex."
Time Out "Even by Dubai’s high standards of service and luxury, the Dar Al Masyaf summer houses are a little bit special." Full review
Star Service "This sprawling resort encompasses various accommodations within the Mina A'Salam, Al Qasr and Dar al Masyaf." Full review
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Gulf houses offer direct beach access making them some of the most requested units by repeat guests.
The Telegraph9.0
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Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf is the most intimate, exclusive property within the Madinat Jumeirah complex, made up of 29 low-rise summer houses overlooking meandering waterways." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This sprawling family resort is designed to resemble traditional Arab summer houses interconnected by canals." Full review
Afar Magazine "At the end of a white-sand beach, away from the package-tour and convention crowds, Dar al Masyaf is a tranquil boutique hotel within the sprawling Madinat Jumeirah complex of seaside resorts." Full review
