Old Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gold Souk showing shopping, markets and a city
Gold Souk showing shopping, markets and a city
Dubai Emirate showing heritage architecture
Gold Souk showing shopping and a city as well as a small group of people
Gold Souk featuring cbd, a city and signage

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Old Dubai Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek

5 out of 5
Bani Yas Road Dubai
The price is NZ$161 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$161
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The rooms are relatively small.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4 out of 5
2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street Dubai
The price is NZ$194 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$194
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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! (305 reviews)
Service was so good

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Grand Millennium Business Bay
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$1,224 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$1,224
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (1,677 reviews)
All of the above and MORE. The detail, the excellent service, the kind, accommodating wonderful staff! 6 star accommodations, food, pools, restaurants and they treated the kids so special, staff at Adventure club are amazing!!

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

5 out of 5
Al Abraaj Street Dubai
The price is NZ$220 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$220
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,345 reviews)
Really Good

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$610 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$610
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (1,249 reviews)
It was simply the best! The staff was very attentive, I could not ask for a better hotel experience.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG

Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG

5 out of 5
Dubai Marina Dubai
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$362 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$362
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews)
The hotel was brand new, high tec and the staff courteous

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Dubai

Dubai Creek featuring a marina, boating and a bay or harbour

Bur Dubai

4/5(69 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bur Dubai. Check out top attractions like Dubai Cruise Terminal and Dubai Creek, and jump on the metro at ADCB Station or Sharaf DG Station to see more of the city.

Bur Dubai
Gold Souk featuring cbd, a city and signage

Deira

4/5(97 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Dubai Creek 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.

Deira
Dubai view from Dubai Frame

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 Water Canal, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.

Za'abeel
Panorama of modern towers in Dubai, UAE

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
Flamingoes with modern buildings behind

Jadaf

Spend some time visiting places like Dubai Creek while getting to know Jadaf, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Creek Station or Al Jadaf Station to see more of the area.

Jadaf
fireworks over Dubai  New Year celebrations in UAE

Dubai Festival City

Dubai Festival City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dubai Creek and Dubai Festival City Mall while in the area.

Dubai Festival City


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