Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dubai
Dubai
Dubai Desert showing desert views and land animals as well as a small group of people
Dubai Desert featuring desert views and landscape views
Skyscrapers city panorama of Dubai downtown with Burj Khalifa at night.

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Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4 out of 5
2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street Dubai
The price is NZ$142 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
NZ$142
4 Mar - 5 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (333 reviews)
Clean room very nice breakfast with a very nice sitting area it was so refreshing and the staff was amazing! My flight got canceled due to the storm in NYC and they gave me a very late checkout I was so relieved

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Grand Millennium Business Bay
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$1,131 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$1,131
28 Feb - 1 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! (1,689 reviews)
The service is excellent

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG

Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG

5 out of 5
Dubai Marina Dubai
The price is NZ$415 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
NZ$415
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
Staff were absolutely amazing, nothing was a problem and they were super friendly. Hotel is spotless, food really good also. Alcohol is quite expensive but that’s Dubai!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG
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Havana Holiday Homes Oud Metha

Havana Holiday Homes Oud Metha

18th St Dubai Dubai
Stay at this apartment in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dubai Creek and Gold Souk are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (29 reviews)
Staff members were very polite and considerate with our needs. Good amenities as well. Close to the airport. Will stay again if I happen to come back.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Havana Holiday Homes Oud Metha
Mileo Hotel The Palm

Mileo Hotel The Palm

5 out of 5
444V+V8H - The Palm Jumeirah - Dubai Dubai Dubai
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Mall of the Emirates ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Excellent place to stay in Dubai West Beach! All the people were very friendly, helpful and I want to thank them for a wonderful stay. Definitely coming back.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Mileo Hotel The Palm
Al Khoory Hotel Apartments

Al Khoory Hotel Apartments

Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Barsha Dubai
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (538 reviews)
The room was cleaned, the stuff was very good

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Al Khoory Hotel Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Burj Khalifa showing modern architecture and a skyscraper

Burj Khalifa

Soar up the world’s tallest structure for a unique perspective on this breath-taking city.

Burj Khalifa
Dubai Mall featuring interior views, shopping and signage

Dubai Mall

Shop ‘til you drop at one of the largest retail and entertainment centres in the world.

Dubai Mall
Cityscape with beautiful park with palm trees in Dubai, UAE

Burj Al Arab

Burj Al Arab is just one of the places to see in Dubai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's desert landscapes and shops.

Burj Al Arab
Dubai Marina

Marina Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Marina Beach, a popular beach in Dubai. Stroll along the marina or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Marina Beach
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Mall of the Emirates

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Mall of the Emirates, a favourite shopping spot in Dubai. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's desert landscapes.

Mall of the Emirates
Dubai Creek showing boating, central business district and a city

Dubai Creek

Old and new Dubai meet at this natural waterway, central to the city’s historic identity.

Dubai Creek

Activities

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

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

NZ$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma
Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ

Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

NZ$40
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ
90-Minute Speedboat Tour: Dubai Marina, Atlantis, The Palm & Burj Al Arab

90-Minute Speedboat Tour: Dubai Marina, Atlantis, The Palm & Burj Al Arab

NZ$54
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
90-Minute Speedboat Tour: Dubai Marina, Atlantis, The Palm & Burj Al Arab
Global Village Dubai Tickets

Global Village Dubai Tickets

NZ$14
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Global Village Dubai Tickets
Dubai: Jet Ski to Burj Al Arab with Pics, Videos & Ice Cream

Dubai: Jetski to Burj Arab-Atlantis w Pic, Video & Icecream

NZ$358
per traveller
Dubai: Jetski to Burj Arab-Atlantis w Pic, Video & Icecream
Dubai Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Sunset and Night Tour

NZ$92
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Sunset and Night Tour
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Reviews of Dubai

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
207
5 - Excellent 49%
4 - Good
167
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
39
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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

It’s lovely small family station

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Unique and fun experience for the whole family.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Bad traffic and very expensive

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

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

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