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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

On private beach with 2 outdoor pools, near Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden Area | Pool | 2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden Area | Pool | 2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Property amenity
Meeting facility
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offers an eco-certified luxury retreat in Al Rawdah. Guests relax on the private beach with cabanas or browse the on-site shopping. The Forge restaurant provides elegant dining options, while in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Venetian Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden Area | Pool | 2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 130 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View (Garden Area)

42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 130 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area | Pool | 2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 302 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Venetian Village)

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Venetian Village) | Living room | 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Venetian Village)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access)

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access) | Living room | 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access)

Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony (The Ritz-Carlton Club access) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 250 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Club Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Club Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Venetian Village Duplex)

42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed (Venetian Village Duplex)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Club Twin, Deluxe Guest room, 2 Double Beds

Club Twin, Deluxe Guest room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Club Twin, Deluxe Guest room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Club King, Deluxe Guest Room, Balcony

Club King, Deluxe Guest Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Club King, Deluxe Guest Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Al Maqta Area, Abu Dhabi, 91888

What's nearby

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre - 4 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Al Forsan International Sports Resort - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Zayed Sports City Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Abu Dhabi Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪شاي سدو - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Family-friendly hotel near Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
2 poolside bars, shopping on site, and 2 coffee shops/cafes are just a few of the amenities provided at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beach cabanas, and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The Forge, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge), and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 530 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like pillow menus and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 29 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
The property will be renovating from May 29 2025 to August 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Health club
  • Recreational facilities

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 250.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
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Ritz-Carlton Grand Canal Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–8:00 PM. One of the pools will be unavailable from May 29 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

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

What time is check-out at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal located?

Nestled on the beach, this Al Rawdah hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Khalifa Park, and Salwa Zeidan Gallery. Abu Dhabi Ice Rink and Al Maqtaa Fort are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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