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The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

PO Box 91888, Al Maqta Area, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

  • RecommendedForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • families
  • beach
  • business
  • city breaks

About The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is an EMPTYJET Approved property located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Guests have access to a private beach framed by canals and gardens, as well as a range of amenities including a kids club, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and business centre. The hotel features The Forge, a steakhouse restaurant, and offers 24-hour room service, valet parking, and concierge services. Pets are welcome in select outdoor accommodations such as garden suites and villas.

The property has been recognised with a Forbes Travel Guide Recommended award for 2026, reflecting its commitment to service and guest experience. Its private beachfront location and family-friendly facilities make it a notable choice in Abu Dhabi.

Why it stands out

EMPTYJET lists The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal for its Forbes Travel Guide Recommended award, private beach, family amenities, and fine dining. The EMPTYJET Approved tier and its Abu Dhabi location highlight its appeal for both leisure and business travellers.

Key facts

Brand
The Ritz-Carlton
Check-in / out
15:00 / 12:00
Pets
allowed
Type
Beach, Family, Business

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Private beach — Framed by canals, gardens, and a private beachfront
  • Beach access — evidence: Framed by canals, gardens, and a private beachfront
  • Swimming pool — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Outdoor Pool

Dining

  • Fine dining — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Restaurant On-Site
  • 24-hour room service — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Room Service

Family

  • Kids club — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Kids Club

Policies

  • Pet friendly — evidence: Pets are only allowed in the outdoor accommodations including garden suite, garden house, plunge pool villa, and Rabdan pool villa

Services

  • Concierge — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Concierge
  • Valet parking — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Valet Dry Cleaning
  • Business centre — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Business Center

Wellness

  • Fitness centre — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Fitness Center

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
The Forge — Steakhouse

Beach

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Beach
Private beach

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideRecommended2026

Location

24.4117, 54.4845 · approximate

Position is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.

Sources+
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  • Official brand / collection siteBrand10 fields
  • WikidataEncyclopedia5 fields

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