Al Gharb Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers, a waterfront promenade, and palm trees.
A large, beige fortress with multiple towers and windows, surrounded by a paved area and modern buildings in the background.
A bird market with cages of birds and a building with arched windows in the background.
A historic building with blue and white tiles, surrounded by modern skyscrapers.
A modern skyscraper and a mosque with two minarets.

Stay near popular Al Gharb attractions

Sharjah Heritage Area

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Sharjah Heritage Area in Sharjah. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Activities

Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner

Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner

NZ$18
per adult
Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner
Premium Red Dunes & Camel Safari with BBQ at Al Khayma Camp

Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp

NZ$154
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp
Dubai City Tour with Creek, Souks, Blue Mosque & Dubai Frame Tickets

Dubai Half-Day Tour with Creek, Souks, Blue Mosque & Dubai Frame Tickets

NZ$102
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dubai Half-Day Tour with Creek, Souks, Blue Mosque & Dubai Frame Tickets
Dune basing

Al Madam Red Sand Safari with BBQ Dinner & Traditional Show

NZ$51
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Al Madam Red Sand Safari with BBQ Dinner & Traditional Show
Al Shindagha Museum Ticket

Al Shindagha Museum Ticket

NZ$22
per adult
Al Shindagha Museum Ticket
Sharjah Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Sharjah Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Sharjah Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Our pick of the best Al Gharb Hotel Deals

Al Khoory Executive Hotel

Al Khoory Executive Hotel

3 out of 5
Al Wasl Area Dubai
The price is NZ$55 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$55
per night
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"The service was amazing, thank you"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Al Khoory Executive Hotel
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

4 out of 5
Airport Road, Casablanca Street Dubai
The price is NZ$84 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$84
per night
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Hospitality was their top priority, property was clean, safe and close to airport. Definitely will use them again."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

5 out of 5
Airport Road Dubai
The price is NZ$162 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$162
per night
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
Opp. Dubai Int'l Airport Terminal 3 Dubai
The price is NZ$72 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$72
per night
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,396 reviews)
"Parking are was dirty and smelly, overall it looks old and over used hotel, and poor cleaning, the rest ok."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is NZ$67 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$67
per night
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (188 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel Happy to stay agin The staff were very good specially Mustafa at the reception"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Hotel Riu Dubai Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Dubai Beach Resort - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Nakheel Riu Deira Islands Hotel - FZCO Dubai
The price is NZ$365 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$365
per night
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this beach hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was Star!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Hotel Riu Dubai Beach Resort - All Inclusive
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Our guide on where to stay in Al Gharb

Find the best Al Gharb areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, circular artificial island with a palm tree-shaped marina.

Palm Jumeirah

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

A multi-level shopping mall with a central atrium, palm trees, and a water feature.

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and Dubai Fountain are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

A marina with yachts and a city skyline at dusk.
Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Open Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and a skyline of tall buildings.

Jumeirah Beach Residence

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A nighttime aerial view of a city with a prominent skyscraper, illuminated roads, and a body of water.

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like La Perle and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

Al Gharb Travel Guide

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