The collection
26 hotels
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
“Tented desert lodge”
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
“Moorish beachfront hideaway”
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai
“Tented desert bolthole”
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi
“Palatial beachfront hideaway”
Grosvenor House
“Marina nightlife landmark”
The Dubai EDITION
“Sculptural social haven”
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
“Gilded waterfront perch”
The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm
“Art Deco Palm redoubt”
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
“Beachfront family playground”
Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi
“Earthen Bedouin desert resort”
Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa
“Beachfront garden refuge”
St. Regis Downtown Dubai
“Waterfront luxury quarters”
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
“Minimalist marina clubhouse”
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
“Venetian canal fantasy”
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach
“Tented coastal showpiece”
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre
“Polished executive citadel”
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
“Twin-tower skyline showcase”
W Dubai - The Palm
“Electric seaside spectacle”
W Dubai – Mina Seyahi
“Harbourfront nightlife playground”
Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
“Beachfront palm grove”
Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort, Ajman
“Palatial beachfront resort”
Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection
“Low-rise courtyard village”
La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK, Dubai, Autograph Collection
“Low-rise boutique hangout”
Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers
“Brutalist creekside institution”
W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island
“Illuminated raceway spectacle”
Sheraton Grand Hotel
“Polished high-rise address”
Our shorthand
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Gold. Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver. Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze. They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed. A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
Design. Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe. Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local. It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Heritage. A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness. You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic. The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort. A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.