Kempinski Hotel Mall Of The EmiratesvsThe Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre. Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates comes in at #16 in Dubai with accolades from 7 publications including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Frommer's.
Kempinski Hotel Mall Of The Emirates
Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Barsha, Dubai 120679, United Arab Emirates
From $185/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"With a number of ski chalets attached to the indoor snow park, the alpine-themed Kempinski achieves a level of unmatched creativity." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Set in the heart of so-called New Dubai (about 20 minutes south from downtown), this 393-room hotel looks right onto one of Dubai’s most extravagant new attractions." Full review
Time Out
"Located at one of Dubai’s most famous malls, the Kempinski is also known for being next to Ski Dubai – the Middle East’s only indoor ski slope." Full review
Star Service
"Shoppers, expatriates and business travelers will find this an absolute winner both for its location near the Mall of the Emirates and its proximity to Jumeirah Beach and the business district." Full review
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Guests looking for the opposite end of the spectrum should choose the pool rooms that open directly to the swimming pool from a terrace.
Oyster
Luxury
"A luxury chain hotel attached to a shopping center of the same name and with direct access to the adjoining indoor ski slopes." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"With cosy chalets overlooking an indoor ski slope, this five-star hotel offers one of Dubai’s most unique sleeps." Full review
Independent
"Not only is this hotel connected to one of the city’s largest malls, but some of its rooms have views of the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East"
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Lonely Planet
"Adjoining the Mall of the Emirates, the Kempinski is perfect for a shopping holiday." Full review
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre
Gate Village, DIFC, Gate Village, DIFC, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $234/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"Nearly every top social event and corporate group with business in the area now unpacks here." Full review
Gayot
"Classic luxury directly connected to Dubai's international financial district."
The Telegraph
9.0
"The hotel is elegant and refined with impressive artworks, an excellent Belgian restaurant and sublime spa." Full review