Rose Rayhaan by Rotana

Building High-rise hotel in Dubai, formerly world's tallest

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana stands on Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road as a high-rise hotel known for its height and skyline views; guests choose it for central access to business districts and shopping.

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Rose Rayhaan by Rotana is a high-rise hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is one of the tallest hotel towers in the city and is part of the Rotana hotel group.

The building’s scale and position on Sheikh Zayed Road make it a landmark on Dubai’s principal commercial corridor, with direct views along the skyline toward other high-rise clusters. Public areas and many guest rooms face the avenue, offering framed city views across Dubai’s central districts.

The tower was developed and opened by the Rotana group as a major hotel property serving Dubai’s commercial district and long-stay visitors. It has been operated as a large international hotel since completion.

The hotel sits on Sheikh Zayed Road in the Emirate of Dubai, within the city’s high-rise corridor and near major business and shopping districts.

  • Location and views: Sited on Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road, the tower is easily visible on the main high-rise corridor and offers skyline views of the city and nearby towers at sunrise and sunset.
  • Notable scale: Marketed as one of the world's tallest purpose-built hotels, the building's height and vertical profile are its defining features.
Rose Rayhaan by Rotana
Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE (near Dubai International Financial Centre)
25.2117, 55.2767
24-hour reception; hotel restaurants and facilities have varying hours
Room rates vary widely; historically positioned as an upper-upscale hotel with rooms from AED 350-AED 900 ($95-$245) depending on season and promotions.

How to Get to Rose Rayhaan by Rotana #

The hotel is on Sheikh Zayed Road near the Dubai World Trade Centre. From Dubai International Airport (DXB) it’s a 15-25 minute drive depending on traffic. The nearest Metro station is World Trade Centre (Red Line), a short walk away.

Tips for Visiting Rose Rayhaan by Rotana #

  • Ask for a room on the higher floors for quieter views over Sheikh Zayed Road and the Marina skyline.
  • Though next to Metro stations, check for Friday prayer times which can affect traffic and restaurant hours nearby.
  • The hotel houses several restaurants; pick one with a terrace for evening skyline views rather than street-level dining.

Best Time to Visit Rose Rayhaan by Rotana #

Best visited in the cooler months (October-March) to avoid Dubai's intense summer heat.

Winter (peak)
November-March · 18-30°C
Pleasant temperatures for city exploration and rooftop views; busy with tourists.
Shoulder seasons
October & April · 25-35°C
Lower rates than peak and still comfortable for day activities; evenings remain nice.

Weather & Climate near Rose Rayhaan by Rotana #

Climate

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 40°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 142 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
NovemberAprilJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

92 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 28°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.

94 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 33°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 34°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
24° 37°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 39°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

39°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
27° 39°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 42°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

42°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
29° 40°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 41°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

41°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
29° 40°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 37°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

37°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
27° 38°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 31°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 35°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.4h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

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