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.
Located on a private beach, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is in Al Rawdah, a neighbourhood in Abu Dhabi. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Abu Dhabi Corniche and Corniche Beach, while Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Make time for Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, or head to an event or a match at Yas Marina Circuit. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking and other activities like safari tours. Visit our Abu Dhabi travel guide
Al Maqta Area, Abu Dhabi, 91888
What's nearby
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
5 min drive - 5.7 km
Ferrari World
18 min drive - 25.0 km
Salwa Zeidan Gallery
2 min drive - 2.0 km
Khalifa Park
7 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Abu Dhabi (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.)
20 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks
18 min walk
Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant
17 min walk
Lobby Lounge
4 min drive
Entrecôte Cafe de Paris
5 min drive
Giornotte @ Ritz Carlton
3 min walk
About this property
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Luxury 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 sunloungers. 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 a 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, sunloungers 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 multilingual staff
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 530 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate baths/showers
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 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 cot
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.
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
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 cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from 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 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
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 transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
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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 to 8:00 PM.
One of the swimming pools will be unavailable from October 1 2025 until December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
How much does it cost to stay at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal on 8 Mar 2026 start from ₹21,000, excluding 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 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?
Checkout 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 Abu Dhabi Ice Rink. Al Maqtaa Fort and Miraj Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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!
Amazing hotel, extremely lovely and helpful staff, definitely coming back next year
Renata
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Nader
2 Nov 2025
Staff was very attentive and courteous. Especially the in room dining and bellmen. The hotel is showing its age but rooms are still very clean. There is construction work happening currently
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
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.
A great hotel. All staff were friendly and helpful. We had access to the Club lounge which was fantastic, excellent service and well made cocktails and a good variety of good always available
I enjoyed my stay at the Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi. I can recommend the outdoor terrace at Li Jiang with great views of the Grand Mosque at sunset. Hotel staff were attentive without being intrusive.
We have stayed at several Ritz-Carlton properties from North America to Europe and Asia, and our stay in Abu Dhabi truly stands out as exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the service was flawless.
Special thanks to Mustafa at the check-in desk — he was extremely attentive and made us feel genuinely welcome. We also want to highlight Mostafa, the Travel Consultant, who immediately organized museum tickets for us — truly remarkable service! And Yasin from the Concierge team provided excellent guidance throughout our stay.
The hotel’s central location is perfect, offering breathtaking views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. We thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful pool facilities, the lovely beach area, and the spacious, comfortable rooms.
Everything was excellent — we could not have asked for more. We will definitely be returning. A truly unforgettable experience!