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The Ritz-Carlton, Amman
A five-star hotel on Fifth Circle with 227 rooms and suites, indoor and outdoor pools, a spa and eight places to eat and drink, from Italian to Lebanese.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury hotel
- Area
- Fifth Circle, Amman, Jordan
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Hotel class
- 5-star
- Official site
- ritzcarlton.com
Good to know
- Indoor and outdoor pools
- Spa
- Eight restaurants and lounges
- Whiskey and cigar lounge
Why we recommend it
The Ritz-Carlton, Amman stands on Al Kindi Street at Fifth Circle, in the cluster of luxury hotels on the west side of the city. It has 193 rooms and 34 suites, and its position puts Rainbow Street, Abdali Boulevard, the Jordan Museum and the Downtown sights a short drive away, while Queen Alia International Airport is about 36 kilometres to the south.
Dining and drinking are a major part of the hotel's appeal, with eight outlets in all. Roberto's serves modern Italian food, Legends is an American bistro and Kenz is a Lebanese café. The Founder's Room is a whiskey and cigar lounge, Iris Tea Lounge serves breakfast and afternoon tea, and Ambros Bistro is another breakfast option. Sarab Garden is a garden lounge for warmer days, and The Pool Grill offers poolside dining. With so much choice, guests on a short stay can easily eat in, though the city's independent restaurants are worth the taxi ride.
The hotel has both indoor and outdoor pools, which means swimming is possible all year, an advantage in Amman's cool winters. The Ritz-Carlton Spa has six treatment rooms, its own pool, steam and sauna rooms, relaxation lounges and a fitness centre, a useful way to recover after a long road trip to Petra or Wadi Rum.
The hotel suits couples, families and business travellers who want a high level of comfort and service, and the suites suit longer stays or families who need more space. As with the other Fifth Circle hotels, the area is residential and calm, so you will rely on taxis or ride-hailing apps to reach Downtown and Jabal Amman, but journeys are short outside the rush hour.
Rates are at the luxury end of the market. Book well ahead for the spring and autumn travel seasons and for major holidays, when demand is highest. If afternoon tea appeals, the Iris Tea Lounge is a pleasant way to spend a slow afternoon between sightseeing trips.
The Four Seasons and Fairmont are close neighbours on the same circle, so it is worth comparing room rates and facilities between the three when you plan your stay; the Ritz-Carlton stands out for its range of restaurants and its year-round indoor pool.
The Ritz-Carlton, Amman FAQs
Where is The Ritz-Carlton, Amman?
On Al Kindi Street at Fifth Circle in west Amman.
How many rooms are there?
193 rooms and 34 suites.
Is it five-star?
Yes.
What restaurants are there?
Roberto's (Italian), Legends American Bistro, Kenz Lebanese Café, Iris Tea Lounge, Ambros Bistro, Sarab Garden and The Pool Grill.
Is there a bar?
Yes, The Founder's Room is a whiskey and cigar lounge.
Are there pools?
Yes, both indoor and outdoor pools.
How far is the airport?
Queen Alia International Airport is about 36 kilometres away.
What is the phone number?
+962 6 550 0000.