Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dubai
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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 Fish Roundabout, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

Deira
Ski Dubai which includes a gondola, snow skiing and interior views

Al Barsha

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Al Barsha. Mall of the Emirates is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Mashreq Metro Station or Mall of the Emirates Station to see more of Dubai.

Al Barsha
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
5 out of 5
Airport Road, P O Box 10001, Dubai
The price is NZ$121 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$121
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Nice stay!
"Nice hotel near airport! I booked it for one night while waiting for my flight the next day. The place is clean and the staff is professional and always ready to help."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Atlantis, The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm
5 out of 5
Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai
The price is NZ$707 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$707
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,445 reviews)
Excellent service and great customer care
"Great service and excellent customer service with excellent location"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Atlantis, The Palm
Millennium Place Marina
Millennium Place Marina
4 out of 5
Al Marsa Street, Dubai Marina, Dubai, Dubai
The price is NZ$111 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$111
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,088 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Millennium Place Marina
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.
Emirates Grand Hotel
Emirates Grand Hotel
Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centr, Dubai
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai ...
6/10 (522 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at the hotel despite a few room for improvements. I can see that the management has really tried to make the service better. Lift was okay, not that long wait. Reception are quick and made me feel welcomed. Naif and Bejay? has also helped me regarding my room request. Till next ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

Emirates Grand Hotel
Millennium Atria Business Bay
Millennium Atria Business Bay
4 out of 5
Al Abraj Street, Business Bay, Dubai, Dubai
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (127 reviews)
"Nice and clean"

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Millennium Atria Business Bay
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Downtown Towers Apartments
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Downtown Towers Apartments
Tower 3, 43 34c Street, Dubai
Stay at this aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Cruise Terminal ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (121 reviews)
"Amazing stay , great location"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Downtown Towers Apartments
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
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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