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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal (from $1179)

Updated: Dec 10, 2022


LOCATION

United Arab Emirates › Abu Dhabi › Maqtaa Bridge


TYPE

Resorts

LOCATION DETAILS

At The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, sunrise and sunset are not simply marks of time; they are moments for inspiration. In the morning, the sun shimmers off Al Maqta Creek, while the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is lit beautifully as the sun retreats for the day.


GENERAL INFORMATION

This spectacular setting, paired with hotel amenities including a kids program, waterpark, spa and meeting venues, is perfect for families, couples and business travelers alike.


Specials

Explore Abu Dhabi: from $1179 | Five nights | Garden suite | special rate | daily breakfast | private transfers, Travel Dates: January 3 - December 15, 2022.

Club Floor

Club Level Lounge offers a panoramic view of Al Maqta creek from its glass walls and features an intimately private setting for guests staying in select Club Rooms and Suites. Amenities feature breakfast, midday snacks, afternoon tea and light snacks, evening hors d’oeuvres, cordials and desserts, complimentary coffee and cookies, Wi Fi access, personal computers, pressing two pieces per room.


Room Details

All guestrooms feature spacious wardrobe, a marble bathroom with luxury amenities, a separate shower and bathroom, double vanities, a make-up mirror, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, Wi Fi access, an LCD TV with local and international channels, a fully stocked honour bar, safety deposit box, iron with ironing board, and complimentary local newspaper.


Suite Details

Garden Suite features an expansive terrace that is ideal for a leisurely breakfast or barbeque, stunning views of mature lush gardens or Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, private butler services, and a luxury marble bathroom that includes a bathtub and shower combination with natural daylight. Royal Suite offers guests luxury at its finest with a spacious two bedroom suite and two bathrooms, a separate living room, kitchenette, and dining room with butler entrance, two balconies that overlook the Grand Canal, a marble bathroom with semi-precious stones, Jacuzzi and color therapy shower combination, and a mirrored dressing room.


Guest Services

Amenities include 24 hour room service, twice-daily housekeeping services, shoeshine services, laundry and valet services, business center, dedicated prayer rooms for ladies and gentleman, babysitting services, 24 hour currency exchange, ATM, and 24 hour complimentary valet parking.


Restaurants

Li Jiang whets the appetite for all things spicy, authentic and Oriental. Meaning “beautiful river” in Chinese, Li Jiang reflects resort’s location on the Grand Canal. An open kitchen, where diners can watch the chefs create homemade dim sum as well as authentic rice and noodle dishes is the centerpiece of the modern Southeast Asian restaurant. An outdoor terrace tucked away in the olive grove affords spectacular views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The Forge named for the intricate process of forging a steak-knife blade, this signature steakhouse restaurant serves specialty cuisine, paired with the finest wines, in a stylish setting. Mijana offers a contemporary Arabic restaurant showcasing the very best in the Lebanese and region’s cooking, tying together old and new. Giornotte features an all-day dining restaurant serves light Mediterranean fare as well as an award-winning Friday brunch both indoors and on an outside patio overlooking the gardens. Alba offers a comfortable, classic lobby lounge with its vaulted ceiling and semi-private dining areas is the place to try traditional Afternoon Tea made famous by The Ritz-Carlton. Sorso boasts a traditional Ritz-Carlton bar experience with a great selection of drinks and bite-sized meals. Sporting events are broadcast on large screens ensuring the best viewing experience. Dolce features an Italian-style café that offers fine coffee, espresso, home-made ice cream and light fare.


Recreation

Guests can enjoy one of Abu Dhabi’s largest outdoor swimming pools just steps from their room.


Beach

Two private beaches are offered to guests during their stay to enjoy a relaxing and secluded vacation.


Spa

ESPA at this Abu Dhabi hotel offers relaxation and rejuvenation with a distinctly local touch. Set along the beachfront, the 21,500 square foot retreat includes 16 treatment rooms and separate relaxation areas for ladies and gentlemen with plunge pools, waterfalls and lush greenery. The menu offers luxurious twists on time-honored favorites, including a four-handed massage, express treatments and a traditional hammam.


Fitness

The fitness center offers guests the ability to continue their workouts while they are traveling.


Nearby Attractions

Abu Dhabi offers a rich collection of experiences including cultural history, luxury shopping, magnificent architecture and beautiful beaches. At this luxury resort, everything the city offers is within easy reach. Guests can admire the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque from within this hotel before exploring the exquisite craftsmanship inside. Beaches offer both outdoor recreation, such as boating and fishing, as well as relaxation.


Kids Program

Ritz Kids specially designed for hotel guests ages four to 12, encourages children to explore their creativity and curiosity. The program, focusing on the natural wonders and cultural traditions of Abu Dhabi, offers daily activities, special menus and both half- and full-day programming. This family-friendly resort also provides additional amenities to help young guests feel welcome.


Other Information

Like the hotel itself, meetings here are executed on a grand scale. Set amid the resort’s 57 lushly landscaped acres, business meetings and events are hosted in elegant ballrooms, state-of-the-art meeting rooms or outdoor venues overlooking the Abu Dhabi’s iconic mosque. Event experts are available to assist with every detail and decision, and meeting planners have an array of amenities.

Land price is per person based on double occupancy (unless noted) for select travel dates shown. Air-inclusive vacations are for gateways noted. Rate quoted includes government-imposed fees and taxes and any necessary currency exchange rates. Rate is current when priced, at the time you purchase your vacation, rate may be higher. Rate does not include any applicable daily resort or facility fees (and in Europe, city tourist taxes) payable directly to the resort at check-out; such fees will be advised at the time of booking. Subject to availability and change; certain restrictions and black out dates may apply. Additional airline restrictions may apply, contact the airline directly with questions.

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