The Bar/Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai

"Despite its bounty of rooms, suites, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, the air here is intimate and discreet; a lush, tranquil retreat from the hyperactive sprawl surrounding it"

"The Lobby Lounge is popular for its afternoon tea, and outdoor Amaseena serves traditional Lebanese buffet in a Bedouin tent with live music, a belly dancer, and 109 different flavors of shisha"

"Rooms are spacious, with slightly chintzy European-style decor, while public areas boast all the charm of a luxurious old country house, especially in the sumptuous lobby lounge and the flagship La Baie restaurant"

"" The Lobby Lounge, where 20 different brews are served during afternoon tea, has cathedral ceilings and Palladian windows"

"Club level rooms in the expansion section need not trek far, as they have a second club lounge nearby with multiple food and beverage presentations at their disposal"