The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area | Water view
Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area | Pool | 2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Meeting facility
Property amenity
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

View in a map
Al Maqta Area, Abu Dhabi, 91888
  • Place, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Salwa Zeidan Gallery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Khalifa Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 907 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 907 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (Garden Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 968 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access)

  • 907 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Venetian Village)

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Venetian Village Duplex)

  • 968 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access)

  • 2691 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area

  • 3250 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds

You may also like

About the neighborhood

Abu Dhabi

Located in Al Rawdah within a mile (2 km) of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is within 2 miles (3 km) of Salwa Zeidan Gallery. This 530-room, 5-star hotel has 2 outdoor pools along with a private beach and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Salwa Zeidan Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Zayed Sports City Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Khalifa Park - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Entrecôte Cafe de Paris - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Guests of The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal have access to a private beach, 2 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. Free valet and self parking are available, and there's also limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
42-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers. Housekeeping is available on request.
A private beach and a 24-hour health club are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible 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
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center

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.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2012
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • 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 following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 1 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 250.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone 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
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Abu Dhabi
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Hotel Abu Dhabi

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

This hotel is situated in Al Rawdah within a short 16-minute walk of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. You'll also find Zayed Sports City Stadium and Al Forsan International Sports Resort within a short drive.

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

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from October 1 2025 until December 31 2026 (subject to change).

Is The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal a good place to stay for couples?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a private beach and 2 outdoor pools with some guestrooms featuring private plunge pools.

Are there hot tubs at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal has 2 cafes, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

The closest major airport to The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH), which is 13 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.

Does The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal.

Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 551 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 551 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 551 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 551 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 551 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett

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

Quick stopover

We were only in Abu Dhabi for an overnight stopover on our flight home. We chose the Ritz Carlton both for its reputation as well as its proximity to the grand mosque so we could take an after hours tour. The service was outstanding and very friendly. The room was large and comfortable. And the mosque in the background made for an almost fairy tale setting. I would definitely love to spend more time at this hotel in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Saleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konstantia

Great services, very kind people, nice amenities. Outstanding staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hani

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

Memorable Family staycation

Food, pool, beach, room all were great. amazing staff , thanks for nelly and sylvia for their outstanding support.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamad

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Saleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUC

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent meat restaurant , very good bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabeha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabeha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

FAHD

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very near to airport Great view Good for family and couples
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Saleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Thank you for making me feel welcome again!

Fantastic hotel and the main thing that makes me feel it’s fantastic is the staff, they remembered me from my last stay and any problem or concern I had they would help me and attend to me straight away! It’s the little things that matter and the customer service there is excellent! A special thank you to Ashok from the bell service, I hadn’t even got out of the taxi and he saw me and remembered me from my last stay there! On my stay it was a shame they had construction going on as it was quite noisy but when that will be finished it’s one of the best hotels in AUH! I will be back soon! Keep the customer service high as not many places anymore have this still! Miss Emma!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

ahsan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daanyaal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sized rooms, nice pool and staff are friendly
From beach POV facing hotel
Pool
Villas but nice view outside room
Front view from entry point of hotel of mosque
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Moran

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was very accessible and close to the room The facilities overall are very nice and clean
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naida

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very kind Dining options are great, food quality is perfect Pools and other facilities are great Views at the Mosque fabulous Extremely comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

neil, windsor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel! Couldn’t fault the staff, rooms, service. My only grumble is there isn’t anywhere to have a nigh time drink outside, you have to eat at one of the restaurants or are stuck using the inside slightly uninspiring bar. A sunset type bar, and there is plenty of space for one would round this hotel off! Couple call outs, I was an early checkin and Mary did a fantastic job accommodating and getting my room early. Also the incredibly smiley and friendly Ibrahim pool attendant, and forgive me I didn’t catch his name, but your front of house gent with glasses and a beard was so attentive and friendly. All of the staff were amazing, I’m just mentioning those I interacted with more than once and that stood out. Bravo!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gorav

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Corporate

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Tatiana

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Machado da Silva

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025