The Luxury Travel Magazine
The Luxury Travel Magazine
By Dina Nazari
Dubai is a city packed with a hundred skyscrapers and striking architectural marvels, but in an area known as Wafi, the pyramid-shaped Raffles Dubai stands out amongst the bold buildings of the city. The Egyptian-themed hotel fuses Asian flair with Egyptian aesthetic both inside and out. Conveniently located in the heart of the city and close to the major shopping, cultural, and business districts, this stunning hotel is sure to attract many travelers looking to stay in one of Dubai’s most striking hotels.
The grand pyramid structure stands out in the sea of smaller buildings. Walking into the lobby, guests will be struck by the splendour of the architecture, oblique walls, and waterfalls designed in a way to resemble a Pharoah’s tomb. A Middle Eastern aura floods the gargantuan space, it’s filled with tall granite pillars engraved in Egyptian hieroglyphics and mosaics as well as sculptures and carvings to create a décor worthy of the Ramses himself.
Not only close to some of Dubai’s popular landmarks, the Raffles Dubai is one of them. The hotel is located in the heart of the city and is only ten minutes from Dubai International Airport. It’s also connected to the Wafi Mall and is a short drive to the city’s cultural and tourist attractions such as the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Creek and the sea. The hotel is an idyllic sanctuary from which to delve into the city.
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"The grand pyramid structure stands out in the sea of smaller buildings. Walking into the lobby, guests will be struck by the splendour of the architecture, oblique walls, and waterfalls designed in a way to resemble a Pharoah’s tomb."
Everything in this hotel is dipped in luxury from the lobby to the dining area and the outdoor spaces to the hotel rooms. Raffle Dubai’s deluxe 252 rooms and suites are some of the most capacious rooms in the city, all of which come with balconies and patio seating, boasting the extraordinary Dubai city skyline views.
Walking into the spacious room, warm and natural colours decorate the space with splatters of burgundy and earth tones. Rooms have a contemporary style blended with the Egyptian and Asian themes. These can be seen in handmade ornamental features such as silk cushions, motifs on carpets and rugs and the Mashrabiya style shutters and doors. Bathrooms have just as much to showcase as the rooms with separate bathtubs and walk-in showers designed with total comfort and space.
After unpacking bags and getting settled in, there’s a lot to do, especially in the Wafi area of Dubai which is a city styled after Ancient Egypt. The area has a blend of dining, entertainment, health and leisure, retail and residential facilities and is recognised for its stunning jewellery, gifts, fashion, and interior accessories.
The Wafi Mall is an essential part of the area and is conveniently connected by a corridor to the hotel. It offers around 250 shops set inside a pyramid roofed structure and includes everything from top brands to family entertainment and more than 30 restaurants all inside a building bejewelled with carvings, stained glass, and pharaonic sculptures. All in all, it’s the dream place to have the ultimate shopping extravaganza.
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"The dining experience at the Raffles Dubai is next level with an exciting range of seven onsite restaurants and bars offering an assortment of award-winning dining and entertainment options."
All that shopping and walking around can sure lead to a rumbling stomach, it’s time to eat and one might dare say that the gastronomic delights are fit for a king (or a Pharoah in this case). The dining experience at the Raffles Dubai is next level with an exciting range of seven onsite restaurants and bars offering an assortment of award-winning dining and entertainment options.
And let’s not forget next door’s Wafi Mall boasts an extensive selection of restaurants, leaving guests spoilt for choice. The hotel’s all-day dining restaurant Azur, which overlooks the lavish Raffles Garden on the third floor, features a broad variety of Asian and Pan-Arabic dishes. Guests can choose from a delicious selection of starters, main courses and desserts and the live cooking stations. The adjacent outside terrace allows for al fresco dining so that guests can enjoy their meals whilst taking in the views of the botanical gardens.
The Raffles Dubai is sure to provide an unforgettable experience coated in style and comfort for those looking to delve deep, explore and create memories in this mini-Egyptian city. With a buzzing location and incredible services, Raffles Dubai is an ideal choice for the traveler looking for an unusual five-star holiday.
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