Raffles Dubai

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"An architectural landmark, Raffles Dubai channels an Egyptian pyramid both inside and out. Signature Rooms are among the largest in Dubai at nearly 800 square-feet and have private terraces overlooking the city. Rooms have marble and pale gold accents, patterned rugs, and pops of burgundy, plus mood lighting that highlights Arabic-inspired fixtures." - Melinda Healy, Laura Ratliff

"With its gold-hued, Egyptian pyramid-inspired exterior—topped by a glass peak that lights up like a beacon at night—it’s easy to recognize the 19-story Raffles hotel among Dubai’s glittering skyline. Inside, distinguishing features include the spacious rooms and suites—the 252 options are among the largest in town, and come with private terraces, Arabic design touches, tubs and walk-in showers, and service from a Raffles butler. The seven dining options draw a mix of in-house guests, expat locals, and business people. Choose from restaurants for Italian, Japanese, Arabic, and international buffet fare, a tea salon for refined sweet and savory creations, a cabana-ringed garden for shared plates and weekly barbecues, a bar and café adjacent to the well-sized pool, and a cocktail bar that pairs drinks with telecasts of the latest sports matches. Global influences can also be felt at the well-appointed spa, where the treatments are inspired by Asian, European, and Middle Eastern techniques."

Raffles Dubai

"How did it strike you on arrival?An architectural landmark, Raffles Dubai channels an Egyptian pyramid both inside and out—the lobby is filled with pillars engraved with hieroglyphs. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Signature Rooms are among the largest in Dubai at nearly 800 square-feet and have private terraces overlooking the city. Rooms have marble and pale gold accents, patterned rugs, and pops of burgundy. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?Room lighting includes a “mood” setting that showcases detailed Arabic-inspired fixtures. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.Bathrooms have corner soaking tubs with ornate pendant lamps and candles. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Wifi is free and fast. Staff: If you could award one a trophy, who gets it, and why?Food and beverage staff throughout the hotel are genuine and offer impeccable service. What was most memorable—or heartbreaking—about your stay?The hotel is close to Wafi City Mall and the American Hospital Dubai but further from the coastline than other accommodations. Bottom line: worth it, and why?Rooms are getting close to needing an upgrade (a renovation is in the works), but faultless service sets Raffles Dubai apart from its competitors." - Laura Ratliff

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"Designed with Egyptian, Middle Eastern, and Asian influences, this urban oasis pairs lavish, Scheherazade-worthy interiors — ornate oriental rugs and arabesque woodwork — with modern amenities like lightning-fast Wi‑Fi and interactive in-room digital systems; it occupies a prominent position on Sheikh Rashid Road and is directly connected to the expansive WAFI shopping complex, offering convenient access to souk-style dining and shopping." - AFAR