Downtown Dubai Travel Guide

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A multi-level shopping mall with a central atrium, palm trees, and a water feature.
A tall, modern skyscraper with a unique design, surrounded by palm trees and illuminated buildings.
A modern shopping mall with multiple floors, glass railings, and various stores.
A bustling outdoor shopping area with colorful flags, a large tree, and various shops.
A nighttime cityscape with a large fountain display in the center, surrounded by illuminated buildings and a bridge with people on it.

Stay near popular Downtown Dubai attractions

A multi-level shopping mall with a glass ceiling, featuring stores like 'Galeries Lafayette' and 'GEOX'.

Dubai Mall

9.4/10 (22,947 reviews)
Shop ‘til you drop at one of the largest retail and entertainment centres in the world.
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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$19
per adult
Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner
Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

NZ$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma
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$157
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp
Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket

Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket

NZ$46
per adult
Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket
The View at The Palm General Admission Ticket

The View at The Palm General Admission Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The View at The Palm General Admission Ticket
Aquaventure Waterpark Tickets

Atlantis Dubai: Aquaventure Waterpark Tickets

NZ$163
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Atlantis Dubai: Aquaventure Waterpark Tickets
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Our pick of the best Downtown Dubai Hotel Deals

Taj Dubai

Taj Dubai

5 out of 5
Burj Khalifa Street Dubai
The price is NZ$223 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$223
18 July - 19 July
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. ...
Taj Dubai
Millennium Central Dubai Downtown

Millennium Central Dubai Downtown

4 out of 5
Al Asayel St. Business Bay Dubai
The price is NZ$80 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$80
18 July - 19 July
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 helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
"The room and location of the hotel was great, it was pretty clean, the staff however were kind of rude"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Millennium Central Dubai Downtown
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

5 out of 5
Al Abraaj Street Dubai
The price is NZ$131 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$131
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,373 reviews)
"Great Staff, early check-in, rooms were lovely and clean (the aircon was great!!) and the hotel was in a great location; about a 20 minute walk from the Dubai Mall!! 10/10"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
Sofitel Dubai Downtown

Sofitel Dubai Downtown

5 out of 5
Sheihk Zayed Road Dubai
The price is NZ$227 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$227
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean and easy connect to the dubai mall, very calm for deep sleep and all of staffs were very kind."

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Sofitel Dubai Downtown
Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4 out of 5
2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street Dubai
The price is NZ$82 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$82
17 July - 18 July
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 ...
Grand Millennium Business Bay
The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
Al A'amal Street Dubai
The price is NZ$128 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$128
17 July - 18 July
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! (869 reviews)
"The property and the room were excellent overall. However, our experience was affected by a few service issues. We experienced a power outage that lasted around 45 minutes, and it took quite a while for the engineer to arrive and resolve the issue. Additionally, the staff was very slow to respond ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Dubai

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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 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 bustling street with a prominent sign reading "Dubai City of Gold" and various shops, including jewelry stores.

Deira

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Gold Souk and Al Ghurair Centre, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

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.

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