The First Collection Dubai Waterfront

Waterfront hotel with a nearby private beach and free valet parking

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Private beach nearby, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas, sun loungers
Front of property
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Private beach nearby, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas, sun loungers
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 196
AED 255 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul

Room options

Premier Room Waterfront

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room Waterfront

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Marasi Drive, Dubai, Dubai, 215373

What's nearby

  • Dubai Mall - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Burj Khalifa - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Dubai Fountain - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Dubai World Trade Centre - 6 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Business Bay Station - 4 min drive
  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hyde Hotel Dubai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cavo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cleo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Katsuya - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪My Square - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The First Collection Dubai Waterfront

Hotel near Dubai Mall
Located close to Dubai Fountain, The First Collection Dubai Waterfront provides a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and massage treatment rooms
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 327 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and housekeeping

Languages

Arabic, English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Italian, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AED 45 to 70 for adults and AED 45 to 70 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • On the waterfront

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 100.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AED 45 to 70 for adults, and AED 45 to 70 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 100.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and Samsung Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The First Collection Waterfront
The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Hotel
The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Dubai
The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Hotel Dubai

Frequently asked questions

Does The First Collection Dubai Waterfront have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

As of 5 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront on 2 July 2025 start from $65.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The First Collection Dubai Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The First Collection Dubai Waterfront located?

Located in Business Bay, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Dubai Water Canal Waterfall and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Safa Park. Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 151 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great time
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Decent property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

My brief stay was great, the staff were very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Excellent property and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent location on the Dubai canal. Staff extremely friendly and caring from head doorman Sidhu to breakfast host Hasheem. We highly recommend and will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10

false advertising 30-60mins from the beach and you have to pay to use the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Vert good place
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

This place is above and beyond Very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

4/10

Isn’t very clean the bathrooms are very small
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Good hotel for short trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10

1. Very SLOW check in (I told receptionist I had 15 hours flight), 2. even with 2 concierges you can’t get any help, they only talk … useless. 3. I was late for a booked Tour and therefore lost money only because the beach shuttle did not arrive on schedule (2:10 pm) but was 25 minutes late.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

An amazing place to stay , great location easy access to transport . Staff went beyond to make our stay comfortable. Friendly staff.lovely selection of continental breakfast . Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Business travel - fantastic hotel would stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

It s recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Good Hotel - Great staff , Wil come back for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great and pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10

😒
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Enjoyable hotel in the business Bay Area. Great for business and good hotel if you need a great room that you will be out and about in Dubai.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10

Convenient, but very noisy area. Outside and in - I had two different rooms and in each one, my neighbors had a late night and I got to hear all of it. Staff is super-friendly and very helpful. Restaurant buffet is very decent and the place is quite nice. Previous occupants hair all over the shower in the first room, that wasn’t removed after the first cleaning, which I found a bit shocking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

The staff was excellent and really kind. The big minus was regarding usage of private beach area. I had understood that private beach visits would be included to the price of the room but this was not the case and had to be paid daily extra. The shuttle to Dubai mall was not reliable so could not thrust to the schedule.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Overall, the hotel itself is very nice—you can tell it's a newer property. It's beautifully decorated and has a fresh, modern feel. The standout feature for me was the staff. Everyone I encountered was incredibly friendly and accommodating. A special shoutout to **Rudmi**, who was absolutely amazing, and **Adriaan**, who was also wonderful. I truly appreciated the warm hospitality from every staff member I interacted with. The room was a good size and comfortable, but I was disappointed with the bathroom setup. It seemed like this part of the design was overlooked. The door was awkwardly placed, and I found myself bumping into it often, even though I was traveling alone. There wasn't enough shelving for personal items, and the bathtub sat unusually high, which I found inconvenient. Location-wise, the hotel wasn’t ideal for me. You definitely need transportation to get anywhere, as there’s not much within walking distance. Fortunately, the hotel does offer a shuttle with a limited schedule, which worked out during my stay—I was able to get to the mall and take the metro from there to explore the city. Overall, my stay was pleasant thanks to the wonderful staff and clean, well-maintained property. However, due to the bathroom design and location, I don’t think I’d choose to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Second time I stay here, better with every stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Greatest value and quality
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024