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 The View at The Palm.

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.

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
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
3 out of 5
Opposite Terminal 3, via Street 52b, Dubai International Airport, Dubai
The price is NZ$69 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
NZ$69
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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! (2,111 reviews)
"Located near the airport, has a shuttle service operating terminal 3 which makes it convenient no matter how late you arrive. Staff are friendly, courteous and provide you the guidance you need to move around with ease."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 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$896 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$896
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (1,045 reviews)
"Excellent in every way"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 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$231 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
NZ$231
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent staff beautiful hotel. Extremely clean"

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 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.
Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel Apartments
Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel Apartments
4 out of 5
First Al Khail Street,Barsha Heights, Opposite to Jebel Ali Race course, Dubai, Barsha Heights, TECOM
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mall of the Emirates and Marina Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
"The people who do the actual work make the stay here so much better. Sincere thank you to the valets, cleaners and restaurant staff that make the experience a million times better. Unfortunately we had to wait 2/3 hours to finally check into our room after a very long journey but we were upgraded ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Millennium Place Barsha Heights 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 (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
"Very nice staff. Along with great amenities available around the clock."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
Hyatt Regency Galleria Residence Dubai
Hyatt Regency Galleria Residence Dubai
5 out of 5
Deira Corniche, Po Box 6655, Dubai
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gold Souk and Dubai Cruise Terminal ...
7.8/10 Good! (312 reviews)
"I love this hotel"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Galleria Residence 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.

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Reviews of Dubai

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
167
" "4 - Good 39.66745843230404%
3 - Okay
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" "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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