Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Virgin rating

Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Garden House
Venetian Village
Giornotte brunch stations
Li Jiang Lounge
Grand Canal Villa Terrace
Club Lounge
Club Lounge
Ritz Kids
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Garden House
Venetian Village
Giornotte brunch stations
Li Jiang Lounge
Grand Canal Villa Terrace
Club Lounge
Club Lounge
Ritz Kids

The hotel

Luxury personified, The Ritz-Carlton is set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens, overlooking a pristine stretch of private beach. Inspired by early Renaissance architecture, every room is nothing less than sheer bliss with gorgeous views of the illustrious Grand Canal, stately gardens or breathtaking Grand Mosque from your private balcony. Enjoy a day by the canal or relax by the grand pool, soaking up the sun in peace. If you’ve children with you, they’ll be having the time of their lives at the Ritz Kids Club, there are activities galore to tempt them, including face painting and treasure hunts. Between the swimming pool and the beach is also the Splash Park, try and extricate them from that if you can! A very special venue, you’ll feel extra special as a member of The Ritz-Carlton Club, which combines intimacy, comfort and exclusivity with personalised service and attention to detail. Rooms on Club Level enjoy The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge offering a continuous steam of culinary offerings throughout the day, complimentary internet access and international magazines and newspapers – helping to make your stay a supremely memorable one. Also memorable is the hotel’s choice of restaurants – eight to be exact, featuring cuisine from around the world. Mijana, an Arabic Lebanese restaurant designed by the famous designer Super Potato from Japan. For seafood and steak, The Forge is stylish and contemporary or feast on Southeast Asian delights in an outdoor lounge with majestic views of the mosque at Li Jiang. Less formal dining includes the all-day dining restaurant Giornotte, built to resemble a classic Italian villa, or Al Fresco Pool and Beach Restaurant with a variety of Mexican dishes, healthy salads and cocktails, as well as Dolce for espresso and ice-cold gelato.

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking

Where is it

Adjacent to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, overlooking the canal. Transfer time from Abu Dhabi International Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

447 rooms and suites as well as 85 villas. All with air-conditioning, private balcony, 42” LCD TV, telephone, high-speed Internet access*, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, safe, iPod docking station, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, iron and board. Deluxe Rooms have garden, pool and beach views, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Half Board option: includes breakfast and lunch or dinner in Giornotte buffet restaurant.

Full Board option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner in Giornotte buffet restaurant.

Deluxe Rooms Queen/Club Rooms Queen are also available. 

Executive Suites have a living room with appointed working and relaxation areas, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Club Rooms with 1 king size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. Rooms provide daily access to the club lounge where guests are entitled to the following benefits;

  • Breakfast, midday snacks, afternoon tea, light evening snacks
  • Evening hors d'oeuvres
  • Cordials and desserts
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Private check in
  • Dedicated concierge
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Personal computers for guest use
  • Complimentary pressing for two pieces per room per day

Please note: children under 12 years old are not permitted in the Club Lounge after 8:00pm.

1-Bedroom Villas with 1 king-size bed and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

2-Bedroom Villas with 1 king-size bed, 2 double beds and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

8 unique restaurants and bars including; Giornotte (all-day dining Mediterranean restaurant), The Forge (steakhouse, open for dinner), Mijana (Lebanese cuisine, open for late lunch and dinner), Li Jang (Asian cuisine, open for dinner), Al Fresco (beach restaurant, open from lunch to sunset), Dolce (Italian-style cafe), ALBA lobby lounge, Sorso traditional bar and poolside bars. Grand (1600 sq m) outdoor swimming pool. Private sandy beach. ESPA* at the Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, a beachfront spa with 16 treatment rooms, steam room, hammam, outdoor plunge pools and hair and beauty salons. 24-hour fitness centre*. Ritz Kids' Club* (4-12 years) offering supervised indoors and outdoors activities. Babysitting* (on request). Retail shops. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. WiFi access*. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary valet parking.

* Denotes local charge.

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Apr 28, 2024 rajen r

We visited the Ritz Carlton with my family in April and from the moment we arrived at the hotel to till the day we left we were felt very welcome, the hotel staff were absolutely amazing, I would personally like to thank the staff and the entrance, specifically Salman,Shakib, Rahul who looked after us. A big thank you to christian and the… Read more
We visited the Ritz Carlton with my family in April and from the moment we arrived at the hotel to till the day we left we were felt very welcome, the hotel staff were absolutely amazing, I would personally like to thank the staff and the entrance, specifically Salman,Shakib, Rahul who looked after us. A big thank you to christian and the concierge team who went out of their way to cater for our needs. The hotel is spectacular and immersive, loved everything about it. Definitely recommend it. Read less
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Apr 27, 2024 Sandra B Munich, Germany

Amazing Food,We are very happy Incredibly friendly, attentive waiters, incredibly good. We've been there three times and it won't be the last time. Best best best !!!!!! 5 Stars for this amazing Restaurant !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best brunch in UAE

Apr 27, 2024 min0hs Vilanova i la Geltru, Spain

I appreciate the great service and help from Ms Wanda. Her professional lead and serve made our brunch the best. Thanks.😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀
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Apr 25, 2024 Alison C

Exceptional service and a willingness by each member of the hotels team (including the restaurants, front of house and support staff) to ensure every aspect of my stay was prioritised. A magical and caring stay which made my birthday visit sll the more special. Special thanks to Chris (Concierge), Aqib and the housekeeping team, along with the… Read more
Exceptional service and a willingness by each member of the hotels team (including the restaurants, front of house and support staff) to ensure every aspect of my stay was prioritised. A magical and caring stay which made my birthday visit sll the more special. Special thanks to Chris (Concierge), Aqib and the housekeeping team, along with the pool team and Lijang and The Forge team members. Grateful to you all. I’ll be back soon Ali x Read less
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Apr 25, 2024 Dheng R

Such a great service along with sumptous food! Never a dull moment with Giornotte weekdays or weekend ! Thank you especially to Ranjit & Jess for the warm welcome & awesome service 💞we had an amazing Italian theme buffet, fresh seafood and the pasta station is a must try!