The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai

Dubai Beach, Dubai

Virgin rating

The hotel

A gem of a hotel, the spectacular Ritz-Carlton, Dubai has a wealth of amenities. Guests can enjoy a total of six swimming pools, including two exclusively for children (happily set in the shade!) and one solely for adults. There’s a choice of rooms and suites, including Club rooms with access to the Club Lounge with benefits such as premium alcohol served from 12:00pm-10:00pm and five food presentations! The hotel's Italian restaurant Splendido is something of a local legend. But don't miss Amaseena, their magical tented Bedouin village set right beside the sea, serving traditional regional specialities that can be enjoyed whilst listening to the haunting background strains of the oud and the tabla. As all first-class hotels in Dubai do, this hotel overlooks its own stretch of private beach, where pristine white sands are lapped gently by azure waters. A wonderful place to relax, topping up your tan perhaps, indulging in a variety of water sports or simply reading that book you’ve been wanting to for ages now! There are plenty of shaded areas too, private nooks to call your own, and unbeatable service from the La Baie Lounge. All of this, plus an indulgent spa, exciting kids club and a great location, ensures a holiday you’ll remember forever!

Amenities

  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service

Where is it

On JBR Walk, close to Dubai Marina and Emirates Golf Club. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

294 rooms and suites. All with private balcony or patio, air-conditioning, flat-screen 47" LCD TV, DVD players, complimentary WiFi access, iPod docking station, mini-bar*, safe, separate rain shower and over-sized bath tubs, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer. 

Deluxe Rooms are located on floors 1-3 with pool or garden views, and either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 people. 

Half Board includes: breakfast and a 3-course meal for either lunch or dinner available at the following restaurants and bars:

-Gulf Pavilion (lunch)

- Caravan (buffet breakfast)

- Splendido (dinner)

- La Baie (lunch - dinner)

- Blue Jade (dinner)

- Amaseena (dinner. Half Board supplement of AED 100 per adults, AED 50 for kids 5-12 years)

Food only. Terms and conditions apply.

Half Board package includes Dine Around by More Cravings, allowing you to dine at over 120 participating restaurants in the UAE (advance reservations are mandatory and can be made through the hotel concierge. Each restaurant will offer either a set menu, buffet or provide dining credit of AED150pp. Children below 12 years eat free).

Ocean Deluxe King/Queen rooms, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children (undr 11.99 years).

Club Garden King rooms offer resort views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children (undr 11.99 years).

Club Ocean King/Queen rooms face the sea, maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children (undr 11.99 years).

One Bedroom Suites feature resort views from the two balconies, a spacious living room, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years).

One Bedroom Gulf Suites are larger in size, with views of the pool, gardens or Arabian Gulf, separate living room, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years).

Club One Bedroom Ocean Suites are located on higher floors, with Arabian sea views from the furnished balcony, separate living area, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years).

Family Rooms consist of connected king and a twin deluxe rooms, with two bathrooms and private balcony or patio. Sleeps a maximum of 6 people (max 5 adults).

Family Suite is larger in size than the family room, still with king and twin bedrooms and two private bathrooms and a spacious balcony/patio space. Sleeps a maximum of 6 people, 5 adults.

All Club Rooms include access to the Club Lounge on the third floor and the following benefits:

Personalised concierge - 5 culinary offerings throughout the day including Full American Breakfast (Club guests must take their breakfast in the Club Lounge) - Premium alcohol service from 12:00 midday -10:00pm Complimentary WiFi access.

  • Book by 10 Jan '26 to receive up to 50% off your accommodation rates, plus a complimentary upgrade to Half Board Dine Around from Half Board, for stays between 11 Jan '25 – 10 Jan '26. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applicable to certain room types.
  • Booking Bonus: Book by 25 Aug '24 to receive up to 65% off the accommodation cost between 24 Jul '24–10 Jan '26.

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply.

Caravan (open for buffet breakfast daily as well as dinner on selected evenings and brunch on Fridays). Amaseena (outdoor Arabian restaurant, with traditional buffet, shisha, live music and belly dancing - closed on Mondays). Splendido (authentic Italian cuisine, open for dinner). Gulf Pavilion (poolside restaurant with swim-up bar, serving a range of sandwiches, pizzas and salads). La Baie (poolside venue with swim-up bar and casual fare). Tamoka (beachside dining, serving Latin American cuisine, with regular live music). Cana by Tamoka (beach bar). Blue Jade (pan-Asian cuisine, open for dinner, with a Vietnamese-themed evening brunch on Fridays). Lobby Lounge (serving light meals and afternoon tea). Library Bar. Ritz Carlton Executive Club Lounge. 

 6 swimming pools (including 2 separate shaded kids' pools, 1 adults-only pool, and 1 pool with a water slide). Private beach. Spa* with outdoor relaxation pool, hot and cold plunge pools, steam room and treatment rooms. Fitness centre. 4 floodlit tennis courts*. Ritz Kids Club (4-12 years). 

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour room service*. Laundry service*. Gift shop/convenience store. Complimentary valet parking. 

5 nights between 28 Dec–1 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: Work is undergoing on the Palm restaurant and will be visable and audible in certain areas of the resort.

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Jul 30, 2024 mehamarneh

Great Amenities & Outstanding Service... The property is amazing, with wonderful service. In particular, The House Keeping staff were attentive and took care of our requests. Most notably was the staff at the pool area. Again, outstanding service that made the stay very special. I would like to recognize some of the staff for amazing… Read more
Great Amenities & Outstanding Service... The property is amazing, with wonderful service. In particular, The House Keeping staff were attentive and took care of our requests. Most notably was the staff at the pool area. Again, outstanding service that made the stay very special. I would like to recognize some of the staff for amazing attention & service. The staff are Phillip, Jayesh, Surya and Juvie. Such individuals can make the stay incredibly enjoyable. Read less
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Jul 30, 2024 MAX_Traveller_DXB

Just had an amazing experience staying at Ritz in JBR! Even though it was quite hot, the staff by the pool made sure we were fully hydrated and enjoying our time to the maximum. Special thanks to Phillip, Jayesh, Surya and Jeevie for the special treats and amazing exclusive attention to us! You, guys, are the best! Looking forward to coming… Read more
Just had an amazing experience staying at Ritz in JBR! Even though it was quite hot, the staff by the pool made sure we were fully hydrated and enjoying our time to the maximum. Special thanks to Phillip, Jayesh, Surya and Jeevie for the special treats and amazing exclusive attention to us! You, guys, are the best! Looking forward to coming back again! Read less
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Jul 29, 2024 Davy Mark A

They have a good staff Ishanka and leader of Mr.Ram they are very heplful they are so kind also and all service is good. Im so happy to visit in your hotel and the food was so delicious. I will visit again next time and i will tell to our friends that Rizt is so good
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Jul 29, 2024 Rachelle M

We attend the Synergy graduation in ritz carlton. The services are very good. I would like to thank Dadhir, Ishan, Prasad, Rom, Puje, Swpnil. The foods are amazing. They are serving a good services. And all the set up are all complete. Ballroom is very good.
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Jul 29, 2024 Paul C

I always find reviews interesting- how can others have such an amazing experience vs others when you read reviews. We are not overly picky and are just comparing it to other hotels and service we have experienced. Family of 4 staying for the first time at the Ritz, however it is our 5th in Dubai. Positive - amazing greeting from reception upon… Read more
I always find reviews interesting- how can others have such an amazing experience vs others when you read reviews. We are not overly picky and are just comparing it to other hotels and service we have experienced. Family of 4 staying for the first time at the Ritz, however it is our 5th in Dubai. Positive - amazing greeting from reception upon checking in. Food - splendido was not for us, extremely slow service and they managed to burn all of our pizzas and not understand when we requested the garlic bread as a starter vs main. £20 for what looked like a shot of whispering angel had my wife in hysterics. Blue Jade - by far the best food and service (honestly they put the rest of the staff to shame) Buffet - hit or miss on the service (forgetting drinks/ incorrect bill). The food was ok Room cleaning - similar to others, it was hit or miss (family 4 but only 2 glasses), not well cleaned, shower gel not replaced, no towel animals (my youngest was so sad about this). Pools - who designed the white raised grills in the pool, I smashed my feet on them along with my family so many times!!. Staff were great at setting up the loungers and giving initial bag of water. Would be good if they popped around for replacements. I was impressed with the free sun screen. What really annoyed me was the pool cleanliness - the polystyrene from the next door building site was annoying.. it’s left to guests to throw it out the pool as no one is cleaning the pools. Noise - you’re not made aware but there is building work happening next door(beeping throughout the night and day, with rubbish blowing down into the pool). Probably not an issue if you’re the other side of the hotel Security - shout out to the lovely security guard who was always so welcoming Conceirge/front door staff - apart from one worker the rest we found to be quite rude, never opening the doors when walking into the property and instead having their conversations. Spa - amazing, had a great massage Shop - 2 bottle of sun tan lotion and after sun cost me £150 (£60 total from their website).£50 inflatable inflatable float .. buy elsewhere £10 Beds - shockingly poor pillows with zero support. As my daughter described when she put her head on it she simply sank to the matttress. Gym - great staff, poor treadmills but other equipment is decent I understand that Ritz want visitors to rate it as a 9 or above.. sadly we would score it 7/10 at best. Overall we as a family wouldn’t return but instead stick with Anantara. Read less