Dubai Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Dubai

Aquaventure showing rides and a water park

Palm Jumeirah

4/5(36 area reviews)

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 Nakheel Mall and Aquaventure.

Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Mall which includes shopping and interior views

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
Dubai Marina featuring a marina, a city and skyline

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.

Dubai Marina
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Jumeirah Beach Residence

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

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.

Jumeirah Beach Residence
Gold Souk which includes cbd, signage and a city

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 Gold Souk and Palm Islands, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and La Perle. 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
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
3 out of 5
Opposite Terminal 3, via Street 52b, Dubai International Airport, Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$82 per night from 13 May to 14 May
NZ$82
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,004 reviews)
A Wonderful Welcome to Dubai!!!
"After landing at the Airport, this was just perfect with 24hr access and shuttle transport directly from the terminal bus stop. We had initially booked Stay here because of the flight timings and our inability to check straight into our main accommodation for several hours but on arrival , we were ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
Atlantis, The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm
5 out of 5
Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai
The price is NZ$1,028 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$1,028
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent in every aspect. Above and beyond expectations"

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2024

Atlantis, The Palm
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, Dubai
The price is NZ$342 per night from 3 May to 4 May
NZ$342
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I love this hotel, there were lots of restaurant to choose from."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
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.
Pearl Executive Hotel Apartments
Pearl Executive Hotel Apartments
5 out of 5
Riggat Al Buteen Street, Deira, Dubai
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gold Souk and Dubai Cruise Terminal are ...
6.2/10 (367 reviews)
"The receptionist is great mrs hazel"

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2024

Pearl Executive Hotel Apartments
Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
5 out of 5
P.O. Box 502624, Dubai Media City, TECOM, Dubai
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (280 reviews)
"The staff in Avani Palm view made our stay memorable. They were so helpful and friendly. Our two bedroom apartment were spacious and comfortable."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
Blue Beach Tower
Blue Beach Tower
5 out of 5
The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Marina, Dubai
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast. Popular attractions Dubai Marina Mall and Marina Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,224 reviews)
"Friendly staff , wonderful pool, stores in the hotel were accessible."

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2024

Blue Beach Tower
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.

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Reviews of Dubai

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
207
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4 - Good
167
" "4 - Good 39.66745843230404%
3 - Okay
39
" "3 - Okay 9.263657957244655%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 1.66270783847981%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 0.2375296912114014%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
16 Mar 2020

After i travel all Europe and living in Australia , also after all my experience in travel im in love with the most amazing country is dubai is my dream where i wish to livee !! The best weather best service best quality. Im coming back for sure

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
13 Feb 2020

I didn’t have enough time to do everything I wanted to do. Loved the on/ off tour bus and the desert experience.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
3 Feb 2020

It’s lovely small family station

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
1 Feb 2020

Unique and fun experience for the whole family.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
31 Jan 2020

Bad traffic and very expensive

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
27 Jan 2020

It is worth to have a stop over, but not for tour as destination.

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