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.

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. 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
Atlantis, The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm
5 out of 5
Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai
The price is NZ$919 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$919
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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! (1,380 reviews)
"After staying at Atlantis The Palm any other hotel will pale: outstanding service, restaurants, staff (special thanks to Sheheer who kept the room spectacular), activities…"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Atlantis, The Palm
Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
5 out of 5
Casablanca Road, Al Garhoud, Dubai
The price is NZ$165 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"A very clean, convenient to airport hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
Sunday Mega Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Near DIFC formerly Emirates Grand Hotel
Sunday Mega Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Near DIFC formerly Emirates Grand Hotel
4 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centr, Dubai
The price is NZ$113 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai ...
6/10 (502 reviews)
"The location is good near train station. Also located on Shiek Zayed Boulevard near shops and restaurants. The front desk personal was unpolite at the check in. He assigned us a different room of what we reserved. After I asked for a manager to speak, he left for a while then assigned the right reserve ..."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Sunday Mega Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Near DIFC formerly Emirates Grand Hotel
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.
Sunday Mega Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Near DIFC formerly Emirates Grand Hotel
Sunday Mega Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Near DIFC formerly Emirates Grand Hotel
4 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centr, Dubai
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai ...
6/10 (502 reviews)
"The location is good near train station. Also located on Shiek Zayed Boulevard near shops and restaurants. The front desk personal was unpolite at the check in. He assigned us a different room of what we reserved. After I asked for a manager to speak, he left for a while then assigned the right reserve ..."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Sunday Mega Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Near DIFC formerly Emirates Grand Hotel
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 (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,358 reviews)
"Good hotel in great location to access everything"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Blue Beach Tower
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 (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (418 reviews)
"Perfect place to visit Dubai, the Dubai Marina, Museum of the Future and the different parcs like Seaworld, Motiongate and Ferrari World!"

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

Avani+ Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
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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