The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

$$$$||View on mapAbu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesKhor Al Maqta'A, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates|
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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Khor Al Maqta'A, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Staff9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Location9.3
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples33%
Groups13%
Business8%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Staff9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Location9.3
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples33%
Groups13%
Business8%

5-star Venetian-inspired resort with private beach and direct views of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Accommodations & Design

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offers 504 rooms and suites with views of the pool, gardens, or the Grand Canal. Each room includes a satellite TV, a Nespresso machine, a minibar, and ironing facilities. Villas come with a terrace and a spacious living room with a dining area.

Dining Experiences

Eight on-site restaurants serve Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Pan-Asian cuisines, with signature outlets including Mijana (Lebanese), Li Jiang (Asian), and The Forge (steakhouse). The award-winning Chef's Brunch offers vegan and gluten-free options. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

Wellness & Recreation

The Espa Spa has 15 treatment rooms, a steam room, a Hammam, and a hair and beauty salon offering massages, body scrubs, and facials. The health club provides cardiovascular and weight equipment, plus fitness classes and a personal trainer. Two outdoor pools include a 1600 m2 signature pool and an adults-only pool, both with sun loungers and umbrellas.

Activities & Family

A private beach area with sun loungers and beach access is set along the Grand Canal. The Ritz Kids club offers supervised activities for children, while a children's playground is also available. Bicycle rental and Happy hour are additional on-site options.

Location & Sustainability

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and a 20-minute drive from Yas Island. Qaryat Al Beri souq and the Grand Mosque are nearby attractions. The property operates in-house eco-friendly initiatives promoting sustainability and includes an electric vehicle charging station.

  • Location: Walking distance to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, 20 min from Yas Island
  • Rooms: 504 rooms & suites, villas with private terrace
  • Dining: 8 restaurants including Lebanese, Asian, and steakhouse
  • Wellness: Espa Spa, 15 treatment rooms, Hammam, steam room
  • Pool: 1600 m2 outdoor pool plus adults-only pool
  • Family: Ritz Kids club and children's playground
  • Sustainability: Eco-friendly initiatives and EV charging
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of AED 188.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Catalan, Portuguese, Romanian, Chinese, Greek, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian, Afrikaans, Swahili, Thai, Tagalog / Filipino, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Building
Number of floors:7
Number of rooms:708
Former name
Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
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Rooms and availability

Club Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Club Deluxe Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds1 King-size bed1 Single bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Kids club

Children's menu

Cots

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

💵 Lowest room price 15386 INR
📏 Distance to centre 11.5 km
✈️ Distance to airport 5.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Bateen, AZI

Location

Khor Al Maqta'A, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Khor Al Maqta'A, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Khor Al Maqta'A, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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