Raffles Dubai, DubaiRaffles Dubai in Dubai, United Arab Emirates has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 45 of 453 hotels we score in Dubai. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.1, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.3, Agoda 4.1. Rooms from about $258 a night (cached, not a live quote).Raffles Dubai is a five-star hotel situated in the city centre near Wafi Mall and the Burj Khalifa. The building features a pyramid shape that blends Asian and Middle Eastern design elements. It contains 252 rooms and suites, many of which include private terraces with views of the skyline. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a full-service spa, a gym, and several restaurants. The hotel provides butler service and is suitable for both business travellers and families. While the property offers high-end amenities and direct mall access, some guest rooms require modernising.What stands out

Private terraces with views

Direct access to Wafi Mall

Dedicated butler service

On-site spa and fitness centre

Watch out for

Some rooms need renovation

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