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Raffles DubaivsAnantara Downtown Dubai
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Raffles Dubai ranks significantly higher than The Oberoi, Dubai. Raffles Dubai ranks #2 in Dubai with accolades from 13 publications including Travel + Leisure, 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
Travel + Leisure 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
Anantara Downtown Dubai Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter
The Telegraph Oyster
Burj Area - Business Bay, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai 71847, United Arab Emirates
From $143/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Condé Nast Traveler "Floor-to-ceiling windows in every room, free Wi-Fri, free shuttle service to the Dubai mall, walk-in closets, and personalized butler service." Full review
Jetsetter "Resort-style hotel with floor-to-ceiling views of the world's tallest building and a sublime spa." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Upmarket business hotels in Dubai seem to cross over into the leisure sector much more fluidly than in many big cities." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"The 252-room luxury Oberoi is located in Business Bay, attracting primarily corporate travelers or tourists especially interested in taking the free shuttle to Dubai Mall." Full review
