With its distinctive pyramid shape, blending contemporary Arabian and Asian design, Raffles Dubai provides exceptional comfort, space and intimacy in each of its 240 opulent rooms & suites. A dedicated Butler Service Team completes the experience as they strive to fulfill your every need throughout your stay. The hotel is conveniently located within a short drive from Dubai's top leisure and commercial attractions such as Downtown Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, World Trade Centre and DIFC.

The Museum of the Future, and the Jumeirah district's pristine beach coast line is also a short drive away making Raffles Dubai the ideal sanctuary for leisure and business travellers. It takes only 10 minutes' drive from Dubai International Airport. It is also a mere 5 minutes' walk to the Dubai Healthcare City and the adjacent Metro Station. A direct connection between the hotel and the adjacent Wafi Mall provides quality shopping and entertainment.

Raffles Dubai is a superb destination from which to explore the city. The hotel connects directly to WAFI mall in Dubai Healthcare City and is just a 15-minute drive from the airport. Other nearby attractions include Children's City and Dubai Creek Park.

By Taxi: (6-10 min, US$ 5-10) Taxis are readily available at the airport.
By Subway: (30 min, 1 change, US$ 2-4) The nearest metro station to Raffles Hotel Dubai is Dubai Healthcare City Metro Station. From Dubai Int'l Airport Matro Station take the MRed1 line to BurJuman Metro Station. There change to MGrn line to Dubai Healthcare City Metro Station. From there it's a short walk, about 6-7 minutes away.
Other ways of transportation: by bus (13 min, US$ 1) or by towncar (6-10 min, US$ 45-65)

• Wafi Mall: An Egyptian-themed shopping complex directly connected to the hotel, featuring a variety of retail outlets, dining options, and entertainment facilities.

• Khan Murjan Souk: A traditional-style market offering a range of Middle Eastern handicrafts, jewelry, and souvenirs, located within Wafi City.

• Dubai Creek Park: A large public park along the Dubai Creek, offering recreational areas, children's play zones, and scenic views.

• Dubai Frame: An iconic architectural landmark offering panoramic views of both old and new Dubai from its sky deck. 

• Dubai Mall: One of the world's largest shopping malls, housing a vast array of retail stores, restaurants, and attractions like the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.

• Burj Khalifa: The tallest building in the world, featuring observation decks with stunning views of the city skyline.

To take advantage of the special room discount, please contact BookUs.Dubai@Raffles.com and include Rayanne.Thoumy@raffles.com in the email. Be sure to reference the conference code “socc2025” to receive the preferred rate.

Gerenral Requirements for all nationalities: 

• Passport copy with validity more than 6 months form travel/return date

• Personal photo with white background

• Confirmed Hotel reservation

• Confirmed Ticket reservation

Special requirements for some specific nationalities:

Afghanistan:

• National ID  copy

• 6 months bank statement

Syria:

• Passport copy with validity more than 6 months form travel/return date ( Old passports three pages that contain client details are required)

Pakistan:

• CNIC copy

• 6 months bank statement

Bangladesh:

• Passport copy with validity more than 6 months form travel/return date(First and second page is required)

• 6 months bank statement

Iran:

• National ID copy  - شناسنامه

*Documents should be all genuine and clear and to be shared as jpg or PNG or PDF

*Visa fees will be AED 350 – 30 days single entry visa

*In some cases we will request from the client a guarantee of AED 3,000 to be refunded back once he/she exit the country to avoid any overstay.

*Visa approval or rejection is determined only by immigration authorities and in case of rejection fees are non refundable

*we provide more nad more services , hotel reservations , ticket bookings and tailormade  tour packages as well.

Visa support email : Hamdy@alrais.com

Contact number : +971561886619