Umm Hurair Second Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Opened
2007
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe WellnessOutside the door
The house
AccorMonumental pyramid oasis
Hieroglyph-carved pillars and soaring glass ceilings define the nineteen-storey pyramid, blending Egyptian grandeur with classic Asian hospitality near Dubai Creek.
“An architectural landmark, Raffles Dubai channels an Egyptian pyramid both inside and out—the lobby is filled with pillars engraved with hieroglyphs.”
What it’s good at
Notable
A landmark nineteen-storey glass-capped pyramid featuring hieroglyph-engraved lobby pillars and contemporary Middle Eastern interior flourishes.
Notable
Round-the-clock butler service attends every guest in expansive rooms featuring private skyline terraces and marble soaking tubs.
Listed
A dedicated spa with private treatment suites, separate thermal zones, and a tropical garden-fringed outdoor pool.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
Raffles is generally better known for unashamedly classic luxury hospitality — and only in Dubai could something so outré feel almost reassuringly tasteful.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The hotel connects directly to Wafi City Mall and the artisan courtyards of Khan Murjan Souk in Oud Metha.
The rooms
Private skyline terraces extend from rooms finished with pale gold accents, handcrafted ornaments, and corner soaking tubs beneath pendant lighting.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 22-metre outdoor pool features submerged loungers and a swim-up bar spouting water fountains in tropical gardens.
The spa
Six private treatment suites host Asian and Middle Eastern bodywork, including a dedicated couple's suite with its own Jacuzzi.
The gym
Cardio machines and weight resistance equipment line the fitness centre, backed by personal training sessions.
At the table
TOMO serves Japanese izakaya fare at the pyramid's peak, and private cabanas host mezze dinners in Raffles Garden.
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...
How it began
Conceived by architect Bryn Lummus, the landmark 2007 opening marked the Singaporean brand's first venture outside Asia.
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How we rate hotels.
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.