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Featuring a sweeping overview of both old and new Dubai, Raffles Dubai offers an elevated magnetism of the city, through its strategic location near Dubai international airport, the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Mall, the Dubai Frame, Al Seef, and the Al Fahidi Historical District. Featuring an architectural design influenced by Ancient Egyptian motifs, Asian culture, and Middle Eastern features, the hotel’s unique interior embodies different artworks, heritages, and harmonious design.
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The pyramid-shaped hotel has 246 rooms and suites lined with spacious balconies, views of the Dubai skyline, and the 24-hour butler service. Winter holiday celebrations arrive in a classic manner through the hotel’s traditions and rituals. Igniting the full month of December with festivities, a Christmas tree lighting ceremony will enchant visitors with freshly baked festive treats and a visit from Santa Claus on December 9. Four days later, the Raffles Salon will offer an afternoon tea program, where a wide range of sweet delicacies will be served next to a hand-painted wall-sized advent calendar. As gifts line up under the tree, Azur Restaurant will offer an international buffet of traditional roasts. Christmas Day brunch returns to the Raffles Ballroom, where big family get-togethers can be held in the indoor and outdoor winter wonderland, where guests can feast on an extensive range of delicacies.
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Approaching the New Year, visitors have three culinary options to pick from: a buffer dinner at Azur, an Italian four- course set menu, and a private cabana experience with butler service. Guests can also celebrate the first day of 2022 with an open-air brunch. Royal Suite from AED 17 000 per night.
