Downtown Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dubai Mall showing interior views and shopping
Burj Khalifa featuring a city, central business district and modern architecture
Dubai Mall which includes interior views and shopping
Dubai Mall which includes nightlife, night scenes and a city
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Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Dubai Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

5 out of 5
Al Abraaj Street Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$398 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$398
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,238 reviews)
I already give five star and give them a great review for Radisson blue while I’m there. We truly enjoy our stay there very accommodating great staff thank you so much.

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4 out of 5
2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street Dubai
The price is NZ$293 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
NZ$293
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Creek are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (179 reviews)
Good hotel,very helpful staff.

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Grand Millennium Business Bay
The First Collection Dubai Business Bay

The First Collection Dubai Business Bay

4 out of 5
Al A'amal Street Dubai
The price is NZ$369 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$369
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (763 reviews)
Service, very good. Staff, very good and welcoming, helpful and very polite. Overall stay, very nice and would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

The First Collection Dubai Business Bay
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay Dubai
The price is NZ$514 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
NZ$514
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,154 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
The St. Regis Downtown, Dubai

The St. Regis Downtown, Dubai

5 out of 5
Marasi Drive, Business Bay Dubai
The price is NZ$666 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$666
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (680 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, great room and beyond amazing staff,

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

The St. Regis Downtown, Dubai
The Lana - Dorchester Collection

The Lana - Dorchester Collection

5 out of 5
Marasi Drive, Burj Khalifa District Dubai
The price is NZ$1,379 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
NZ$1,379
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Creek are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Incredibly service and gorgeous hotel design. Michelin star hotels and the best views of Dubai. Bed was incredibly comfortable and the pillows were AMAZING. Definitely recommend, 10/10.

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

The Lana - Dorchester Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Dubai

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal 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.

Business Bay
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DIFC

DIFC is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Tabari Artspace and XVA Gallery, and you can get around town on the metro at Financial Centre Station.

DIFC
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Al Wasl

Al Wasl is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coca-Cola Arena and City Walk.

Al Wasl
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Trade Center

4.5/5(92 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Trade Center. Check out top attractions like Museum of the Future and Boulevard at Emirates Towers, and jump on the metro at Emirates Towers Station or Financial Centre Station to see more of the city.

Trade Center
Zabeel Park showing a garden

Za'abeel

Well liked for its restaurants and theme parks, Za'abeel is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dubai Frame and Dubai Garden Glow, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.

Za'abeel
Jumeirah Mosque showing a mosque, religious aspects and interior views

Jumeirah

4/5(1 area review)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Jumeirah. A stop by La Mer or La Mer North Beach might round out your trip.

Jumeirah


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