10/10
Second stay this year, always feel at home with the incredible staff at the four seasons
Dubai · the famous one and its lookalike
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach vs Raffles Dubai
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Raffles Dubai is $837 a night less. They are 8.6 km apart.
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
$1,111/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $128 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
Book the Four Seasons if beach and sea are the point of the trip; it sits directly on Jumeirah Beach with a rooftop the other lacks, and the 9.4 rating from 112 reviews backs up the price. Book Raffles Dubai if you want a striking building and city energy for a third of the cost, at $279 against $901 a night. They are 8.6km apart and effectively different trips: shoreline resort versus landmark hotel attached to a mall and nightclub in Wafi. For pure lounging by water, the Four Seasons wins outright; for architecture and value, Raffles does.
The look and the feel
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
A low-rise beachfront resort on Jumeirah Road, built for guests who want to walk out of their room onto sand. The 237 rooms lean into pillowtop beds, deep soaking tubs and private balconies, the kind of understated Gulf-resort comfort that photographs better in daylight than at night. Sea Fu and the other restaurants, plus three bars including a beach bar and poolside bar, keep the day moving from breakfast to sundowners without anyone needing to leave the property. It draws couples and families on a proper beach holiday, not a city break.
Best for anyone whose main plan is sea, sand and a slow resort pace.
Raffles Dubai
Raffles Dubai is famous for one thing you cannot miss from the highway: a 21-storey glass pyramid rising out of Wafi, an odd, striking piece of millennium-era Dubai architecture that still turns heads on Sheikh Rashid Road. Inside it trades the beach for city glamour: a nightclub, an outdoor pool, three restaurants and a cafe, with the theatrical scale typical of Raffles brand interiors, gilt, marble, tall atrium spaces. It sits inland next to the Wafi shopping complex, so the crowd is more urban, more nightlife-curious, less beach-towel.
Best for anyone who wants a dramatic, photogenic hotel and easy access to Dubai's nightlife and shopping at a fraction of the price.
At $279, Raffles gives up direct beach access and the rooftop bar that come with the Four Seasons; everything else on the facility lists is broadly matched.
Raffles is the more architecturally memorable building, that pyramid is unmistakably Dubai, but the Four Seasons is the better place to actually spend a day, with sea in front of you instead of a car park.
The numbers
| Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach | Raffles Dubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,111 | $274 |
| Guest rating | 9.4/10 | — |
| Reviews | 112 | 116 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 8 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 8.6 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach has
- Rooftop
- Beach
Only Raffles Dubai has
Nothing on our list that Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach lacks.
What guests actually say
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
- excellent, attentive staff
- great pool and gym
- large rooms
“Second stay this year, always feel at home with the incredible staff at the four seasons”
Raffles Dubai
- extremely helpful, friendly staff
- good sized rooms
- convenient location for attractions
“This property has been on my wish list for a long time, having stayed at many 5* properties in Dubai and UAE, Raffles Dubai is not only iconic but holds a special status as one of the best hotels in Dubai.”
Both sets of guests leave equally delighted, praising standout staff and comfort at each property, so satisfaction looks essentially even between the two.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
- Deluxe City View Room Two QueensRoom Only · free cancellation$1,100
- Deluxe City View Room KingRoom Only · free cancellation$1,100
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City ViewRoom Only$1,106
Raffles Dubai
- Signature Room KingRoom Only$291
- Signature Room Twin BedsRoom Only$293
- Raffles Club Twin BedsRoom Only$294
In guests' own words
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
10/10
I never expect anything less than excellence at this Four Seasons location, and once again, it delivered. A special thanks to the Water Sports Department for making our stay unforgettable — such a great selection of activities and an outstanding team. Will definitely be coming back!
10/10
Gym & pool
Raffles Dubai
10/10
Hazel receptionist was excellent, credit to hotel!
10/10
Great Hotel with great service
10/10
Staff were extremely helpful and the hotel was perfectly located for all Dubia attractions! Loved it, can’t wait to visit again
About each
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
Luxurious Spa Experience Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the full-service spa for a truly relaxing getaway. Exceptional Dining and Entertainment Options Choose from 4 restaurants, including Sea Fu, and enjoy 24-hour room service. Unwind at the beach bar, poolside bar, or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Elegant Accommodations with Modern…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Raffles Dubai
Luxurious Spa Services Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the full-service spa, ensuring total relaxation during your stay. Recreational Delights From a vibrant nightclub to a serene outdoor pool, this hotel offers a variety of recreational options to suit your mood. Culinary Excellence With 3 restaurants, a cafe, and multiple…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Supervised childcare/activities
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Conference space
- Snorkeling nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Personal motorized watercraft on site
- Nightclub
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Express check-out
Raffles Dubai
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- ATM/banking
- Shopping on site
- Conference space
- Golfing nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Library
- Health club
- Nightclub
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Porter/bellhop
- Limo or town car service available
- Full-service spa
Where they are
Jumeirah Road, Dubai, 128777Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi, PO Box 121800, Dubai, 121800
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