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The Ritz-Carlton, DubaivsTaj Dubai
Both The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai and Taj Dubai are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai ranks significantly higher than Taj Dubai. The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai has a TripExpert Score of 86 with recommendations from 11 sources like Frommer's, Condé Nast Traveler and Gayot.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
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Jumeirah Beach Residence, JBR, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $436/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "Service here is superb - they even have a technology butler who can attend to any of your IT problems." Full review
Concierge "While the Dubai Marina's huge yellow skyscrapers now dwarf this hotel, it still manages to feel like a calm, private retreat."
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Make sure you don't miss the excellent afternoon tea.
Fodor's "This hotel's international reputation for high quality and exquisite service continue at its beachfront property in Dubai." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This sumptuous hotel lives up to the reputation of this renowned chain, with lots of marble, chandeliers, Persian carpets and fresh flowers everywhere."
Rough Guide "Set in a low-rise, Tuscan-style ochre building this very stylish establishment is one of the classiest and most expensive in the city."
Condé Nast Traveler "Modeled on a low-rise Mediterranean villa with extensive gardens, this 14-year-old resort in the Dubai Marina also displays Islamic design elements." Full review
Star Service "The first luxury resort on Jumeirah Beach, the Ritz-Carlton now sits amid booming development of the Dubai Marina complex." Full review
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Unfortunately, the renovations have thrown off the staff a bit, causing several to miss or even ignore special requests.
Gayot "Located in the heart of the new Dubai Marina and directly on a white sand beach, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai is a great way to experience this cosmopolitan city."
Travel + Leisure "A bit of traditional amidst the glitz and glamour of Dubai, the Mediterranean-themed Ritz-Carlton has 138 guest rooms and suites overlooking the Arabian Gulf in the Dubai Marina district." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"In a metropolis well versed in excess, Dubai’s Ritz-Carlton delivers luxury with elegant restraint." Full review
Taj Dubai
Jetsetter The Telegraph
Oyster Condé Nast Traveler
Michelin Guide
Burj Khalifa Street, Dubai 8489, United Arab Emirates
From $131/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter "Luxe downtown high-rise opposite the Burj Khalifa, with an outdoor pool, an ayurvedic spa and four restaurants." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"An upscale Dubai property that seamlessly leaps the business-leisure divide." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"Typical of this luxury chain, the five-pearl Taj Dubai is a beautifully polished property infused with Indian touches." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Jet-setting families with kids come to this 296-room hotel with a stand-out breakfast." Full review
Michelin Guide "The style sticks closely to the Taj template, a contemporary take on classical Indian design, and the staff can be counted on for the sort of eminently professional service" Full review
