Escape to Al Rawdah and discover the luxury eco-certified The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal. Unwind on the private beach with cabanas or explore shopping on site. Enjoy dinner at The Forge restaurant and stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On a private beach
Restaurants and 2 poolside bars
2 bars/lounges
2 outdoor pools
Breakfast available
Free children's club
Free supervised childcare
24-hour health club
Sauna
Steam room
Beach umbrellas
For families (6)
Free cots/infant beds
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (free)
Playground on-site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
The current price is £174
£174
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Room options
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Showing 18 of 18 rooms
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Venetian Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
42 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
130 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
80 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View (Garden Area)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
130 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds
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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
302 sq m
Sleeps 8
3 Double Beds
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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
90 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
84 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
42 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Venetian Village)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Resort view
120 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds
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Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
84 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
250 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Executive Suite, 1 Double Bed (Club Executive)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
84 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed (Venetian Village Duplex)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Resort view
90 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
42 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
42 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds
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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
60 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
42 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Zayed Sports City Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
Khalifa Park - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Abu Dhabi Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
Getting around
Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - 13 min walk
ستاربكس - 20 min walk
ماكدونالدز - 20 min walk
Lobby Lounge - 4 min drive
Entrecote Cafe de Paris - 5 min drive
About this property
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Placing you only a five-minute drive from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offers a private beach where you can enjoy cabanas, beach umbrellas and sunloungers. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a 24-hour health club and 1 hot tub. The Forge serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 poolside bars, a free kid's club and a sauna. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE
Children
Babysitting*
Free supervised childcare
Free children's club
DONE
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site valet parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
2 bars/lounges
2 poolside bars
2 coffee shops
Restaurant
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Free children's club
Children's pool
Playground
Free supervised childcare/activities
What to do
On a private beach
Shopping
Safari nearby
Kayaking nearby
Marina nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
14 meeting rooms
Conference space (16685 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Free pool cabanas
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
10 buildings/towers
Built in 2012
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop garden
Garden
24-hour health club
2 outdoor pools
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchairs available on site
Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
Lowered view port in door
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Low-height worktop and sink
Low-height desk
Low-height bed
Height-adjustable showerheads
Grab bar near toilet
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair-width doorways
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps) and free wired Internet
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
The Forge – This steakhouse only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Li Jiang – This restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and serves brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Mijana – This restaurant specialises in Middle Eastern cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Giornotte – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Dolce – This café specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AED 160 per person
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for AED 250.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Also known as
Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
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Ritz-Carlton Grand Canal Hotel
Ritz-Carlton Grand Canal Hotel Abu Dhabi
Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal Hotel
The Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
RitzCarlton Abu Dhabi Canal
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include 2 poolside bars and 2 bars. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal also has a private beach and a 24-hour health club, as well as a sauna and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?
Yes, The Forge offers al fresco dining, Asian cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal like?
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is located on the waterfront in Al Rawdah, a short 16-minute walk from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Buffets
Ambience
Sunny weather
What guests liked
The pool was described as perfect, beautiful, and refreshing, with some guests enjoying it despite the chilly weather. (5 reviews)
The property offers a great assortment of restaurants and high-quality food options. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Excellent
I enjoyed my stay at the Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi. I can recommend the outdoor terrace at Li Jiang with great views of the Grand Mosque at sunset. Hotel staff were attentive without being intrusive.
Bengt
Bengt, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2025
Love the hotel defo recommend and will defo come back
Ram
Ram, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
Great All Round Hotel
A great hotel. All staff were friendly and helpful. We had access to the Club lounge which was fantastic, excellent service and well made cocktails and a good variety of good always available
Louise
Louise, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
One of the best hotels, highly reccomend. Thank you.
Naheeda
Naheeda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Feb 2025
customer service and staff enthusiasm at all levels (from the reservation desk to the food service staff to the porters) is unmatched compared to other hotels we have stayed at around the world. Ritz Carleton sets the standard for exceptional customer service and professionalism. Will stay again for sure!
Ralph Edward
Ralph Edward, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Great property, great value, amazing staff. Rooms are a bit dated but overall a great experience. I would go back in a heartbeat.
Nadder
Nadder, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2025
Everything was amazing. Staff of Ritz Carlton made it special for me and for my family. Trip that we will never forget and for sure we will come back. Best hotel in Abu Dhabi ❤️
Mehriban
Mehriban, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
The hospitality was out of this world!
diandra
diandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Had an amazing stay, staff were extremely helpful and attentive.
Amirun
Amirun, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2024
Fantastic staff, so happy to help. Lovely restaurants and the whole resort was so clean. Perfect, friendly, relaxing hotel
Emma
Emma, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Feb 2025
Excellent service. Thoroughly recommend.
Excellent stay. We almost never stay in the same hotel twice but this was our second short trip. Service is just perfect. Friendly and efficient but equally not overly familiar. Stunning, peaceful lobby. Super bedroom. Despite us arriving six hours before check-in, the team tried extremely hard to get our room ready, which they had done hours ahead of official check-in.
Katherine
Katherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jun 2024
Lovely hotel with great service and relaxing atmosphere!
Eric
Eric, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jul 2024
The resort was amazing and the hospitality from the all staff was out of this world.
jahrone
jahrone, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2024
Fabulous!
Marcus
Marcus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Mar 2024
Super relaxing stay and proffesional staff.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Lovely hotel with an amazing pool. The staff go out of their way to help you. Our room was a great size and it was nice to have a balcony.
sanjay
sanjay, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
excellent hotel, perfect structure, attentive, polite and helpful staff and collaborators.
Guilherme Marcal Oliveira R
Guilherme Marcal Oliveira R, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Excellent Property with Splendid Service
It’s a lovely property with INCREDIBLE service. We stayed few nights to celebrate an occasion and were very impressed by the focus on service and hospitality.
Special call out to Elena at the reception and Abhitosh at the restaurant who were too nice. There were others too (Salman at entrance, Christopher with the luggage) and we did not find one person who was not warm or helpful.
Sitting by the canal side, they had complimentary lollies, water, sunscreen and sunglasses cleaning service!
Property itself is very opulent and well kept. Great assortment of restaurants and food options. Lots of open space around the property to take walks. The gym is one of the best gyms I have been to with plenty of space, open views and nice equipment.
Vikram
Vikram, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Aug 2024
Great infrastructure and amenities. The location is a bit far from the city center, but it is nonetheless a place to come back to.
Giorgi
Giorgi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Oct 2023
Very good place, hotel and staff
Shpend
Shpend, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
The stay here was incredible. All the staff were extremely accomadating, the facilities were top notch and the breakfast buffet 10/10 (I'd recommend paying extra for it if booking here). A big thank you to the Manager Sara and other employees such as Ousamane and Solafa who made the experience that extra bit special.
Rashard Jamal
Rashard Jamal, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2023
Great 5 star hotel really enjoyed the stay
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Exceptional
Would not bother looking at any other hotel in Abu Dhabi, just book the Ritz - Carlton Grand Canal with club lounge, you won’t regret it!
Peter
Peter, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec 2023
Beautiful facilities, pool andstaff. Food was spectacular.