Raffles Dubai

Wafi is one of Dubai's most distinctive corners, with the Egyptian-themed Wafi City Mall right beside the hotel and Dubai Creek and its souks a short drive away. The Dubai Frame in nearby Zabeel Park bridges views of old and new Dubai; Downtown is about a 15-minute drive away, and Dubai Healthcare City Metro is about a 7-minute walk.

Raffles Dubai takes its towering form from the great pyramids of Egypt, bridging ancient tradition and modern luxury and standing as a landmark in its own right. Inside, the famous Raffles Butlers are on hand day and night to look after every detail.

Raffles has the city's most spacious rooms, and at 70 square metres, they feel more like suites. Each opens onto a private balcony overlooking the city, with handcrafted decorative pieces and luxurious fabrics creating a residential feel. The suites add exquisite Middle Eastern and Asian detailing, and with every room sleeping three and connecting rooms available, families have plenty of space.

The Italian restaurant serves generous regional dishes from Lombardy, Tuscany, Campania and Sicily, while the buffet brings European, Arabic and Asian flavours to tables overlooking the garden terrace. The elegant lobby lounge serves afternoon tea, and the garden's private open-air cabanas are set up for Arabic dining and shisha.

Raffles Spa draws on Asian, Middle Eastern and European traditions, from the Soul of Arabia ritual, with warm aromatic oils and gentle sound healing, to a mineral-rich mud wrap. Saunas, steam rooms, and a heated outdoor Jacuzzi complete the experience, alongside a 22-metre outdoor pool.