Dubai Maritime City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Activities

Luxury Red Dune Desert Safari with BBQ and live shows

Luxury Red Dune Desert Safari with BBQ and live shows

NZ$173
per adult
Luxury Red Dune Desert Safari with BBQ and live shows
Dubai: Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour

Dubai: Al Fahidi Old Town, Souks, Street Food & Abra Cruise

NZ$29
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Al Fahidi Old Town, Souks, Street Food & Abra Cruise
Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner

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

NZ$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner
Dubai: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

NZ$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

Dubai: Desert Safari & Quad Biking with BBQ Dinner Options

NZ$52
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Desert Safari & Quad Biking with BBQ Dinner Options
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$121
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp
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Our pick of the best Dubai Maritime City Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

3 out of 5
Kahraba South East Dubai
The price is NZ$138 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$138
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall of the Emirates and Marina ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (233 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is NZ$89 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$89
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

4 out of 5
Airport Road, Casablanca Street Dubai
The price is NZ$132 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
NZ$132
23 Oct - 24 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The staff were super helpful, the breakfast delicious and the room extremely comfortable. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$1,287 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$1,287
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,637 reviews)
"Staff and cleanliness was as amazing as ever, a few areas still closed and some maintenance being carried out however it didn’t spoil our stay !"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$384 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$384
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort 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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,286 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

5 out of 5
Airport Road Dubai
The price is NZ$216 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$216
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"From our check in to a friendly welcome to check out, we could not fault this hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
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Our guide on where to stay in Dubai Maritime City

Find the best Dubai Maritime City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and Souk al Bahar 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. 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.

Dubai Maritime City Travel Guide

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