Raffles Dubai
Dubai
Lounge
Pool Bar
Wine Cellar
Fitness Centre
Spa
Spa & Massage Treatments
Swimming Pool
Boutique
Butler Service
Laundry Services
Library
Bathrobes and Slippers
Ensuite Bathroom With Separate Bath and Walk-in Shower
Flat Screen Television
In-Room Safe
Room Service 24 Hours
Television with Satellite/Cable Channels
Stocked Mini-Bar Replenished Daily
Telephone
iPod Docking Station
Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
Wi-Fi Access (Complimentary)
Balcony
Diplomatic Suites (24)
These corner suites are 160 square metres and have a master bedroom with lounge area, a living room, work alcove and dining area. The balcony boasts views of Dubai and this suite is ideal for families and business travellers. The services of this suite include; a valet, satellite TV, iPod dock, in room tea/coffee, daily newspapers, free wireless, 24 hours in-room dining, spa amenities, bath and shower, free airport transfers, breakfast daily, all day soft drinks, afternoon tea, canapés in the evening, cocktails and free use of the boardroom for two hours.
Landmark Suite
This suite has a large master bedroom, separate living room and dining room, work area, bar for entertaining and a private balcony. The Landmark Suite offers the same amenities as the Diplomatic Suites.
Penthouse Suites
These suites are 441 square metres and have sitting and dining rooms and great views of the city. There is 24 hour check in/out (subject to availability), same day laundry and valet, satellite TV, iPod dock, in room tea/coffee, daily newspaper, free wireless, 24 hours in-room dining, spa amenities, bath and shower and a Jacuzzi.
Presidential Suite (4)
These suites are 301 square metres and decorated thematically in earth, wind, fire or water style. The Fire has Chinese influences, the Earth Suite is gilded with mother of pearl, the Air Suite is calm and the Water Suites is soothing. In the Suites, there is a living room with entertainment system, dining room for 10 people, private balcony, bedroom and his and hers bathrooms.
Raffles Club Rooms
These rooms are ideal for people travelling for leisure or business. The rooms are decorated with Middle Eastern and Asian influences and are 70 square metres in size. They have a private terrace with views of the city or the hotel’s Botanical Garden. The amenities are; personalised butler service, express laundry available, pressing (up to 2 items per stay), espresso coffee machine, iPod dock, free wireless, 24 hours in-room dining and daily newspapers. As a member of the Raffles Club Lounge, you can enjoy personalised check in/out, daily buffet breakfast, all day refreshments and snacks, afternoon tea, evening canapés and cocktails and complimentary use of the boardroom once per stay.
Royal Suite (2)
These luxurious suites are 650 square metres and feature a master bedroom with a four poster bed, second guest room for children or guests, two separate his and hers en suites, dining room for 12 people, kitchenette with discreet access for butlers, an entertainment room with a gentleman’s bar and terrace. One Royal Suite is decorated in Middle Eastern décor and the other Asian.
Signature Room
These rooms are 70 square metres and decorated in a Middle Eastern and Asian style. The rooms have a balcony with views of the city. The amenities in the Signature Rooms are; a valet, satellite TV, iPod dock, in-room tea/coffee, daily newspapers, free wireless, 24 hours in-room dining and a bath and shower.
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A stunning 19-storey pyramid rises up in the heart of Dubai, setting a new landmark for the 21st century.
With its unique architecture, extraordinary design and ideal location just 10 minutes drive from Dubai International AIrport and adjoining Dubai's ultra exclusive Wafi Mall, Raffles Dubai is perfectly positioned for a pampering city break or stopover with the inimitable Raffles hospitality with a Middle Eastern touch.
Relax in one of its 246 opulent suites or rooms, the largest in the city, dine in a choice of eight exquisite restaurants and bars and be refreshed and pampered in the enchanting Amrita, Raffles Spa. The lush, one-hectare 'Raffles Botanical Garden', depicting the four 'Elements of Life' (Earth, Wind, Fire and Water) also enchants all visitors.
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Several airlines offer flights to Dubai with the journey taking about 7 hours from London. Emirates is the national airline of Dubai and operates at least 12 flights from the UK daily to Dubai; four from London Heathrow, four from Gatwick and daily or double-daily from Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic also operate non-stop flights every day to Dubai. Other routes are Oman Air via Muscat, Qatar Airways via Doha. Upgrades are available on all airlines.
The transfer between Dubai and Abu Dhabi is only 1 hour, therefore it is possible to fly into Abu Dhabi as an alternative.
The national language is Arabic but English is spoken by hotel and restaurant staff , taxi drivers and in all shopping malls.
The local currency of the United Arab Emirates is the Dirham (AED). Credit cards such as American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Mastercard are generally accepted in the main hotels and the larger shops, small restaurants may only take cash or travelers cheques.
As of summer 2011 the exchange rate was £1= AED 5.7
Money exchange houses operate throughout the city and are in most shopping malls. Banks operate from 8 am - 1pm. Money Exchange houses operate from 8am - 1 pm and from 4.30pm - 8.30pm.
Dubai is one of the most progressive states within the UAE and is equally proud of its embracement of international and traditional values. However respect for the main religion, Islam, is expected and discourteous or lewd behaviour will bring you unwanted attention.
Local people, especially women, are highly offended if being photographed without their prior permission. You should not take photos of airports, government buildings or military subjects. Islam is the official religion of the UAE and mosques run throughout the city. A Non-Muslim is not permitted to visit a Mosque.
Kissing in public and public displays of affection are frowned upon. Same sex relationships need to be extremely discreet and private. Indecent gestures could land you in jail. Bikinis, swimsuits, shorts, short skirts and revealing tops should be confined to beach resorts. Clothing should be sensibly modest. In Sharjah women are not allowed to wear swimsuits on public beaches. In Abu Dhabi, visitors are advised not to wear excessively revealing clothing in public places, as a sign of respect for local culture and customs. This also applies to public beaches. Most nightclubs require guests not to wear shorts, caps or sports shoes.
Several medications easily accessible in the UK are banned for use and import in the UAE, such as tablets with a codeine base.
Severe punishments are in place for those who choose to ignore this advice, although the vast majority of our clients thoroughly enjoy the destination which they find to be one of the most courteous, safest and hospitable.
Most businesses close on Friday as this is Dubai's holy day. During the holy month of Ramadan:
11 Aug - 09 Sept 2010 (dates TBC), shops are usually closed by day and open at night. It is considered disrespectful to eat, smoke or drink in public places during daylight hours in Ramadan. Hotels in Dubai will not serve alcohol in public places until after sunset (around 7pm). You can drink in your room from the mini bar.
We can arrange transfers or tours all around Dubai, as well as between airports and hotels. Transfer time from the airport to the city and Downtown hotels is 20 minutes and 30-50 minutes from the airport to beach or Palm Island hotels. Desert resorts are approximately one hour from the airport by car and 4WD.
During the holy month of Ramadan (should fall 01-31 August in 2011), shops are usually closed for most of the day and open until late night. Please note that shops inside the malls still operate during the day.
It is considered extremely disrespectful to eat, smoke or drink in public places during daylight hours in Ramadan. Hotels will serve food during the day in areas away from public view, but alcohol will not be served until evening, usually 7.30 p.m. Minibars are still available for drinking in your room in the day. Hotels in Dubai will not serve alcohol in public places until after sunset (around 7.30 pm). There will be no live entertainment, music or dance during the Ramadan period, although taped music may be played of a 'soft' nature.
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