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Raffles DubaivsLe Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, Raffles Dubai is preferred by most reviewers compared to Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina. Raffles Dubai scores 94 with accolades from 13 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, Star Service and Lonely Planet.
Raffles Dubai
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Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
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Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
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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
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark Frommer's DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Time Out Star Service Oyster Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Al Sufouh Road, Po Box 213 084, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $143/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This family-friendly beach resort boasts outstanding recreational facilities and is a personal favorite." Full review
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Try to get a guest room with a sea view.
DK Eyewitness "Indulge in a wide range of beach activities and water sports from windsurfing and wakeboarding to sailing and deep-sea fishing."
Rough Guide "The real selling points are the superb grounds and big swathe of beach, one of the largest of any of the marina hotels – good for families on vacation."
Time Out "The hotel has a prime location on a decent stretch of beach and the kids’ club here is excellent with a full range of activities." Full review
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Weekends at Barasti can be especially raucous, so if you’re travelling with your family, request a room as far away from the noise as possible or you’ll be awake listening to revellers right up until the early hours of the morning.
Star Service "This oceanfront palace is a modern blend of hip, contemporary style with resortlike energy and traditional hospitality." Full review
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Management is difficult to reach, leaving those with individual requests behind at times.
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"This 220-room Meridienhotel is an upmarket, family-friendly resort set on Dubai's largestprivate white-sand beach." Full review
Fodor's "This old dame might seem a little tired, but there's still plenty of reasons to stay here." Full review
Lonely Planet "Twinned with the Westin, this beachfront hotel is nirvana for active types." Full review
