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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

A swimming pool with a view of the beach and a hotel in the background.

An aerial view of a beach resort with rows of sunbeds and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and a building with a portico in the background.

A room with a large arched window, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table with decorative items, and a view of a white building with domes and minarets.

A spacious lounge area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

On private beach
Spa pool
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

Al Maqta Area, Abu Dhabi, 91888

Place, Wahat Al Karama
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
‪14 min walk‬
Place, Salwa Zeidan Gallery
‪3 min drive‬
Airport, Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.)
‪18 min drive‬

Room options

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, a balcony with a view, and a large mirror.

Club King, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge Access

Exceptional

Garden view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

Deluxe Room

Excellent

Garden view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
Free wired internet

A spacious living area with a balcony, a reception desk, and a sofa set.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Garden view
84 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A dining area with a round table, four chairs, and a bowl of fruit.

Garden Suite

Exceptional

Garden view
90 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free wired internet

Club Executive Suite, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge Access

Very good

Garden view
84 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
Free wired internet

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a round table and four chairs.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View, Garden Area (Garden Area)

Exceptional

Garden view
130 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds
Free wired internet

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a towel rack, and a potted orchid.

Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Garden view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a pebble border, with palm trees and a decorative wall in the background.

Plunge Pool Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Very good

Garden view
130 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds
Free wired internet

A spacious living room with a red sofa, a matching armchair, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Exceptional

Garden view
80 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the water.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Exceptional

Garden view
90 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free wired internet

A balcony with a view of a beach and cityscape.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Garden view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds
Free wired internet

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table with a fruit bowl, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Club Twin, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge Access

Garden view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a mirror, and a view of the city.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Garden view
60 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

Ritz-Carlton Suite, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge Access

Garden view
84 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, and a view through large arched windows.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Venetian Village)

Resort view
120 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds
Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed (Venetian Village Duplex)

Resort view
90 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A four-poster bed with a view of the city, a balcony with a chair, and a patterned rug.

Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge Access

250 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free wired internet

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by a wooden deck and a pergola.

Rabdan Pool Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Garden view
301 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 8
3 King Beds and 1 Single Bed
Free wired internet

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Canal view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds
Free wired internet

Superior Room

Exceptional

Canal view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed
Free wired internet

About the area

Abu Dhabi

A luxury stay in Abu Dhabi awaits you at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Salwa Zeidan Gallery. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 poolside bars and a private beach. .The steakhouse, The Forge, is open for dinner. With 2 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Enjoy the free kids' club, 24-hour gym, Hot tub and sauna. 16685 square feet (1550 square metres) of event facilities include 14 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and limo/town car service. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free valet parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Al Rawdah hotel, attractions include Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and Abu Dhabi Corniche.

What's nearby

Wahat Al Karama - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Salwa Zeidan Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Zayed Sports City Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Entrecôte Cafe de Paris - ‬5 min drive
‪Starbucks | ستاربكس - ‬5 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
‪Lobby Lounge - ‬4 min drive
‪Trader Lobby Lounge - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with cabanas (surcharge), umbrellas, and sunloungers. Bring your whole family to The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary children's club and a children's pool.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a nearby snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury hotel also offers a 24-hour health club, a hot tub and a steam room. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Abu Dhabi hotel.

530 guestrooms or units

9 levels

10 buildings

2 bars by the pool

2 bars or lounges

2 coffee shops

16685 sq ft of conference space

1550 sq. m of conference space

Built in 2012

Deli

Kid's club (free)

Supervised kid's activities (free)

Childcare (surcharge)

Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Cabanas by the pool (free)

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Charging station for electric cars

Business centre (24 hours)

Conference space

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Express check-in

Staff members are multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Car service

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Wedding services available

Garden

Gift shop

Newspapers for purchase

On-site shopping

Bellhop

Lift

Smoking in designated areas

Dining venue

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offers 530 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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A pool area with a central archway, surrounded by columns and a boat.

Pool
Spa
Kids’ pool
Parking included

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site
Free valet parking on site
Limited on-site valet and self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AED 160 per person
2 bars/lounges
2 coffee shops/cafes
2 poolside bars
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Dolce
Giornotte
Li Jiang
Mijana
The Forge

Things to do

2 outdoor pools
24-hour health club
Children's pool
Free children's club
Hot tub
Playground
Sauna
Shopping
Steam room

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

14 meeting rooms
16,685 square feet of conference space
24-hour business centre

Outdoors

Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Free pool cabanas
Garden
On a private beach
On the waterfront
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Vegetable garden

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 accessible parking spaces
Braille/raised signage
Fixed shower seat
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
Height-adjustable showerhead
Lift (103 centimetre wide door)
Magnifying mirror
Pool access ramp on site
Pool hoist on site
Sign language-capable staff
Thin carpet in room
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (71 centimetre high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchairs on site

10 buildings
9 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 2012
Comprehensive food waste policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Rooftop garden
Some LED lighting used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Pillow menu

Bathroom

Bidet
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Minibar

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Free daily newspapers
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 10 August 2026 to 30 April 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

Selected guestrooms

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 250.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AED 160 per person
Rollaway bed fee: AED 250.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted

Mobile payment options include: Alipay and WeChat Pay

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Abu Dhabi Grand Canal

Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal

Ritz-Carlton Grand Canal

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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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Hotel Abu Dhabi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

As of 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal on 6 Nov 2026 start from AU$478, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

Yep, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

The closest beach to The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is Corniche Beach (16.1 km).

Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal have a pool?

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal features a private beach, 2 poolside bars and 2 outdoor pools. All guestrooms come with memory foam beds, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and al fresco dining, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal.

Is The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and free supervised childcare, it's no surprise that The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is a hit with families.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is on offer on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

No, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

Relax with a coldie at the 2 poolside bars or 2 lounge bars, and grab a meal at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

Amazing hotel, extremely lovely and helpful staff, definitely coming back next year

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

10 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel is a great, with features like a huge pool and plenty of garden space around. Also, the service is top notch. The staff all seem to genuinely care that you have a good time and are they are very attentive. And the brekafast is superb!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daanyaal

31 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great sized rooms, nice pool and staff are friendly

Love it

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

roseann

26 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Just immaculate! Staff was beyond attentive, I wish I stayed longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anastasiia

5 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Room was very clean , big and had all you my need . Very kind , helpful and friendly staff . Beautiful territory

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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Plunge Pool Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Venetian Village)

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Venetian Village Duplex)

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Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge Access

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Rabdan Pool Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room

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Abu Dhabi

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Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

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Parking and transport

Food and drink

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Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

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Room amenities

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Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions