Old Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
Gold Souk showing interior views as well as a large group of people

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$170 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$170
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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. ...
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton

Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Al Seef Street, Dubai Creek Dubai
The price is NZ$128 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$128
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (695 reviews)
An outstanding experience from start to finish. The team was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The breakfast was excellent with a great variety and quality. The location is perfect for exploring Dubai while enjoying the charm of Al Seef. The rooms offer a unique heritage experience, beautifully ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton
Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4 out of 5
2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street Dubai
The price is NZ$136 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$136
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (385 reviews)
Very poor customer service We were there on a leisure trip. After 4 days we were informed that the pool and adjoining area would be closed and would not reopen for the duration of our stay. When we approached the front desk the manager was completely unsympathetic

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Grand Millennium Business Bay
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$848 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$848
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach 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! (1,693 reviews)
Everything was great except the room itself which looked very old.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$252 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
NZ$252
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,226 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$302 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$302
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (1,277 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
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 Old Dubai

Bur Dubai

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 BurJuman Mall and Meena Bazaar, and jump on the metro at ADCB Station or Sharaf DG Station to see more of the city.

Bur Dubai
Deira

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 Fish Roundabout 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
Za'abeel

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
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 Festival City Mall and Dubai Creek while in the area.

Dubai Festival City
Downtown Dubai

Downtown Dubai

4/5(69 area reviews)

Dubai Mall and KidZania 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.

Downtown Dubai


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